September Update - Gioana, PE Brazil

An update from Renato along with more details about our makerspace and consulting projects

We are working on a few videos to share about the community and project in Goiana as well as my consulting services. In the meantime, I thought I would share some information in a newsletter.

Update from Renato

Each day brings a new challenge. Today, we are visiting a small town called Itambé. The main economic activity here is sugarcane production and manual labor. Many families live on just 7 dollars a day. We have found some young people eager to hear about the gospel, and it is always a pleasure to share the message with them. Many thirsty souls are being touched, and lives are being transformed through discipleship in Goiana. Now, we are committed to reaching Itambé. We appreciate your prayers.

Meanwhile, we are caring for about 15 young people here. Every Tuesday, we meet to talk about what God is doing. It has been a very special time of fellowship, worship, and prayer.

Renato’s group in Goiana

More information about Goiana can be found in my previous post:

The Makerspace and IoT Research

To support the electronic nose system, we will be staffing a data analysis lab. This lab will support the training of the AI systems used in the electronic nose devices. The equipment will include some desktop computers along with the Arduino and Raspberry Pi Pico systems and sensors that are used to build the devices. We also use a 3d printer to print the cases for the devices. We will add some additional environmental sensors and general electronic components so for people to try and learn a range of smart technology systems.

Along with the electronic nose, another area we will be researching is offline web applications and private network communications. Based on my experience needing communication for the following scenarios

• Remote classrooms

• Mission team communications

  • In areas where internet isn’t available

  • Where internet communications may be monitored

• Private events especially with youth or high-risk environments

I have had several organizations looking for high-privacy and remote communications needs. This is the kind of networking I did many years ago before the internet was mainstream. Of course a lot has changed since then, but most systems are designed assuming a stable internet connection. We need to support several projects that will be disconnected. Follow my newsletter to keep updated on this research.

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Sponsorship Opportunities

If you would like to sponsor this research and our projects, please reach out to me. You can simply reply to the newsletter. The most basic level of sponsorship is our founding members.

Our Consulting Services

I have been rebuilding a consulting service based in part on the web application development I have been doing over the past few years. I was working for a startup that didn’t work out. At the end of last year we started a new project researching and developing an electronic nose solution. This is the project that has been providing the primary funding this year. I have been using my consulting projects to provide mentorship to some people starting out in software development and technology in Brazil.

We now have a web application development framework we are ready to start building websites and web apps in addition to the electronic nose and IoT makerspace. The lull in the current project has left us with very little funding at the moment but we are ready to move forward with getting some new clients.

I had a very interest conversation with an AI Copilot today trying to determine how to describe my services based on my 30+ years of experience. I was looking for a term that goes beyond “full stack”. It appears I am coining a new concept.

While there’s no single term that perfectly encompasses all these roles, the term “Tech Generalist” or “Technology Specialist” can sometimes be used to describe someone with a broad skill set that spans multiple areas of technology, including development, operations, data, AI/ML, and cybersecurity.

An Omnistack Engineer is a versatile technology expert proficient in a wide range of domains, including front-end and back-end development, DevOps, cloud computing, data engineering, AI/ML, cybersecurity, and smart technologies. Leveraging this extensive skill set, an Omnistack Engineer can offer Fractional CTO Services to organizations seeking high-level technical leadership on a part-time or contractual basis.

After including some details of my experience, Copilot gave this suggested description of the Fractional CTO services. I am sharing this information to show some of the basic uses of the AI tools that are made available. This was from a conversation with the Microsoft Copilot built into the Edge browser. I chose that because I have it use some of the information from my website.

Fractional CTO Service by an Omnistack Engineer

With a career spanning over three decades, I bring a wealth of experience and a broad skill set as an Omnistack Engineer. My journey began in the late 1980s, building home and business computer systems and local area networks long before the internet became mainstream. Here’s what I offer:

Strategic Technology Leadership

• Vision and Roadmap: Develop and implement a comprehensive technology strategy aligned with your business goals, leveraging my extensive experience in networking and system integration.

• Innovation and R&D: Identify and integrate cutting-edge technologies to drive innovation, drawing from my background in automating system monitoring and recovery, significantly reducing outage times.

Operational Excellence

• DevOps and CI/CD: Implement DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines to streamline development and deployment processes, ensuring faster and more reliable software delivery.

• Cloud Infrastructure: Design and manage scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud infrastructure, informed by my experience in building and managing global enterprise information systems.

Data and AI/ML Solutions

• Data Strategy: Develop and oversee data architecture, ensuring efficient data collection, storage, and analysis. My work with startups has equipped me with the skills to handle diverse data needs.

• AI/ML Integration: Implement AI and machine learning models to enhance business processes, from predictive analytics to intelligent automation.

Cybersecurity and Compliance

• Security Framework: Establish robust cybersecurity measures to protect your digital assets, leveraging my experience in systematizing and automating processes to reduce maintenance and improve efficiency.

• Incident Response: Develop and manage incident response plans to quickly address and mitigate security breaches.

Smart Technologies and IoT

• IoT Solutions: Design and deploy IoT systems that connect and automate devices, enhancing operational efficiency and enabling new business models.

• Smart Systems: Integrate smart technologies into existing infrastructure, ensuring seamless operation and data flow, as demonstrated by my work integrating assistive technology and home automation.

Team Leadership and Mentorship

• Team Building: Recruit, train, and mentor technical teams, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation.

• Vendor Management: Evaluate and manage relationships with technology vendors, ensuring the best tools and services are utilized.

Cost Efficiency and Flexibility

• Scalable Engagement: Offer flexible engagement models, allowing businesses to scale the level of involvement based on their needs and budget. This can range from a few hours a week to more intensive involvement during critical projects.

• Cost-Effective Expertise: Provide top-tier technical leadership without the overhead costs associated with a full-time executive, making it ideal for startups and small to medium-sized enterprises.

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By leveraging my extensive and diverse expertise, businesses can access comprehensive technical leadership that drives innovation, efficiency, and growth, all while maintaining flexibility and cost-effectiveness.

I also had it generate the outline of a presentation to start planning a short marketing video.

Introduction (30 seconds)

1. Greeting and Introduction

   • Briefly introduce yourself and your background.

   • Mention your extensive experience in technology and system engineering.

Problem Statement (30 seconds)

2. Identify Common Challenges

   • Highlight common technology challenges faced by businesses today (e.g., rapid technological changes, cybersecurity threats, scalability issues).

   • Emphasize the need for expert technical leadership to navigate these challenges.

Solution Overview (1 minute)

3. Introducing Omnistack Fractional CTO Services

   • Define what a Fractional CTO is and how it benefits businesses.

   • Explain the concept of an Omnistack Engineer and your unique qualifications.

Key Services and Benefits (1.5 to 2 minutes)

4. Strategic Technology Leadership

   • Vision and roadmap development.

   • Innovation and R&D.

5. Operational Excellence

   • DevOps and CI/CD implementation.

   • Cloud infrastructure management.

6. Data and AI/ML Solutions

   • Data strategy and architecture.

   • AI/ML model integration.

7. Cybersecurity and Compliance

   • Security framework establishment.

   • Incident response planning.

8. Smart Technologies and IoT

   • IoT solutions design and deployment.

   • Integration of smart systems.

9. Team Leadership and Mentorship

   • Building and mentoring technical teams.

   • Vendor management.

10. Cost Efficiency and Flexibility

    • Scalable engagement models.

    • Cost-effective expertise.

Case Studies and Success Stories (30 seconds)

11. Highlight Key Achievements

    • Briefly mention a few success stories or case studies from your past experience.

    • Showcase the impact of your work on businesses.

Call to Action (30 seconds)

12. Encourage Engagement

    • Invite the audience to reach out for a consultation.

    • Provide contact information and next steps.

Conclusion (30 seconds)

13. Closing Remarks

    • Summarize the key points.

    • Thank the audience for their time and attention.

Based on the mobile-first technology stack we have been researching and developing, we will be offering omnistack engineering services including:

• Fractional CTO

• Website/Web Application Builder

  • Mobile-first

  • Personal data centric

• Electronic Nose/IoT Integration

These consulting projects will help us fund some of the community projects as well as provide training, mentorship, and job opportunities in Brazil.

Thank you to our sponsors

• John Blacklock

• Mark Mahon

Sponsorships and paid subscriptions to this newsletter helps support our projects in poor communities in Brazil.

My name is Chet Bailey, I have been rebuilding my life after caregiving. I use my consulting practice as an Omnistack Engineer and digital nomad lifestyle to mentor people trying to overcome hardship. More information can be found at my website.