Michael Bennett

Michael Bennett

Software Developer & Security Specialist

Michael Bennett

About Me

Software Developer and Security Specialist leveraging 10+ years of leadership experience from a successful culinary career, seeking blockchain, cybersecurity, or full-stack development opportunities.

My unique background combines technical expertise from my BS in Software Development & Security with operational excellence managing high-pressure environments and cross-functional teams. I approach coding challenges with the same precision, efficiency, and problem-solving mindset that drove my culinary success.

Currently building Quantum Shield Labs LLC, an AI-powered security solutions startup, while seeking opportunities to apply my cybersecurity and development skills in established organizations. This hands-on experience has strengthened my abilities in full-stack development, AI integration, and business problem-solving.

Core Competencies:

Cybersecurity & Secure Development

Full Stack Development

Blockchain Technology

AI & Machine Learning

Team Leadership

Process Optimization

Professional Experience

Founder & Lead Developer

Quantum Shield Labs LLC

2024 - Present
  • Built production AI assistant using HuggingFace transformers and Google Calendar API with 70% confidence parsing
  • Developed full-stack applications with Python/FastAPI backend and responsive web interfaces
  • Implemented OAuth2 authentication, RESTful API design, and systemd service deployment
  • Managing business development and client engagement while actively seeking employment opportunities
  • Applied cybersecurity principles to AI system design and data protection protocols

Independent Technology Consultant

Self-employed

2020 - 2024
  • Developed personal projects to build practical experience in software development
  • Created automated solutions for small business inventory management
  • Designed and implemented custom database solutions for resource tracking
  • Built secure web applications focusing on data protection and best practices

Executive Chef & Kitchen Operations Manager

The Passenger

2018 - 2019
  • Developed inventory tracking systems reducing waste by 15%
  • Managed team scheduling and resource allocation using data-driven decision making
  • Designed systematic workflows ensuring consistent quality delivery
  • Conducted regular data analysis of costs and sales trends

Education

Bachelor of Science

Software Development and Security

University of Maryland Global Campus

Graduated May 2024 | GPA: 3.053

Key Achievements:

  • Straight A's in all technical courses for final three semesters
  • Excellence in advanced security and software development

Associate of Science

Health Science

SUNY Broome Community College

2011-2014

Technical Skills

Programming

Python JavaScript SQL HTML/CSS TypeScript

Security

Network Security Vulnerability Assessment Risk Management Secure Coding

Blockchain/Web3

Smart Contracts Cryptocurrency NFT Infrastructure

AI/ML

AI Agents Swarm Intelligence Machine Learning Hugging Face Transformers

Featured Projects

AI Calendar Assistant

Quantum Shield Labs LLC - Flagship Product

Production-ready AI assistant with HuggingFace models that creates real Google Calendar appointments through natural language processing. Features 70% confidence parsing with conflict detection.

Python HuggingFace Flask Google Calendar API
  • BART/BERT models for intelligent appointment parsing
  • Real Google Calendar integration with OAuth2
  • Full-screen responsive web interface
  • Production deployment with systemd service
  • Smart conflict detection and calendar awareness
Live Demo View Source Code Quantum Shield Labs

Swarm Agents

Multi-Agent AI System

Modular, extensible framework for collaborative AI agent systems inspired by swarm intelligence in nature.

Python AI LLM Agents
  • Designed triage system for intelligent query routing
  • Implemented specialist agents with unique capabilities
  • Created shared memory system for agent collaboration
View on GitHub Project Documentation

Celestia Light Node Implementation

Blockchain Infrastructure

Professional implementation of a Celestia Light Node with resource-optimized monitoring dashboard for VPS environments.

Go Node.js DevOps Blockchain
  • Implemented resource constraints for shared VPS hosting
  • Created custom real-time monitoring dashboard
  • Applied professional systemd service management
View on GitHub Project Documentation

Let's Connect

I'm currently open to new opportunities in software development and security. Let's discuss how my unique background can benefit your team.