Building and breaking software for fun and profit since 2014™.

Hey, I'm Nico, AKA nicoandmee on the internet. I'm a:

  • Backend Developer & Security Engineer

    With 10+ years of experience spanning full-stack development and information security, I specialize in web scraping, JavaScript reverse engineering, and building resilient systems that operate at scale. My expertise has helped clients automate and extract data from complex platforms including Citibank, Amazon, BestBuy, Walmart, Ticketmaster, and AXS—often working around sophisticated anti-automation measures.

    I'm language-agnostic and love tackling challenging problems that push technical boundaries. Currently seeking opportunities to work under experienced leads who can accelerate my professional growth while I contribute meaningful solutions.

  • Flexible Professional

    I work remotely and provide consulting services for businesses whose operations depend on reliable data extraction and automation. As I pursue my liberal arts degree at the University of Austin, I'm flexible with my schedule and can accommodate academic commitments while still delivering exceptional value to clients and employers. Please do reach out if you're interested in working together!

  • Open-Source Advocate

    I'm a strong proponent of open-source software and contribute wherever possible. The collaborative FOSS model has proven to be one of the most enduring and reliable approaches to building technology. In an industry often chasing trends, I believe community-driven development, collaboration, and knowledge sharing are essential for creating lasting solutions.

  • Craftsman Approach

    I view software engineering as a craft requiring dedication, precision, and continuous learning—similar to woodworking or welding. My primary objective is delivering tangible value through well-engineered solutions. I take extreme ownership of my code and maintain high standards in an era where rushed development is common. While AI tools have their place, I believe there's no substitute for deep technical understanding and methodical problem-solving.

You can also find me at the links below.

A fork in the road

A Journey from Code to Culture Technology captivated me from my earliest memories. While other kids played outside, I lived in digital worlds, forging friendships through screens and learning the intricate languages of computers. My online community became my sanctuary—though I’ll admit we occasionally pushed boundaries in ways that, looking back, could have led to serious trouble. I was fortunate to escape any lasting consequences from our digital adventures. For years, I operated under a fundamental misconception: that technical prowess was the ultimate currency of success. I dismissed the humanities—literature, philosophy, history—as antiquated relics with little practical value. This was particularly ironic given that standardized tests and academic assessments consistently revealed these “soft” subjects as my greatest natural strengths. Yet I stubbornly clung to my belief that only code and algorithms mattered in the modern world. ...

Book Review: Nixon Agonistes by Garry Wills

nixon agonistes reviews

Manifest V3

Manifest V3 is an abomination

Big Companies Don't Give a Damn About You

Why Big Tech Companies Don’t Give a Damn About You The Baidu Wake-Up Call I stumbled across this brutal Twitter rant that perfectly captures the rage every tech user feels but rarely articulates: “Why hasn’t a big company like Baidu, with a product like Baidu Cloud that has so many users, bothered to adapt it for high-resolution screens? It’s like they’re force-feeding users crap; every time I open it, it’s disgusting.” ...

Essays

Why would I write essays? To give voice to my thoughts and ideas.