<rss version="2.0" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><title>Hacker News: george87</title><link>https://news.ycombinator.com/user?id=george87</link><description>Hacker News RSS</description><docs>https://hnrss.org/</docs><generator>hnrss v2.1.1</generator><lastBuildDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 02:58:21 +0000</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://hnrss.org/user?id=george87" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"></atom:link><item><title><![CDATA[New comment by george87 in "Ask HN: Freelancer? Seeking freelancer? (June 2026)"]]></title><description><![CDATA[
<p>SEEKING WORK | Europe | Remote<p>Software Engineer (15+ years) — I build what off-the-shelf & AI can't.<p>Ex-MIT/Triplebyte contractor, IEEE/Springer author, Berklee jazz musician.<p>Reach out at geotanjazz@gmail.com or via www.linkedin.com/in/georgetanev.</p>
]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:53:25 +0000</pubDate><link>https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48372821</link><dc:creator>george87</dc:creator><comments>https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48372821</comments><guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48372821</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New comment by george87 in "Ask HN: Who wants to be hired? (June 2026)"]]></title><description><![CDATA[
<p><p><pre><code>  Location: Europe
  Remote: Yes
  Willing to relocate: Yes
  Technologies: Java (Spring, Swing, FX), JavaScript (Node, React, D3), Python, various SQL & NoSQL data stores, ETL platforms, UI/UX design tools, AI/LLM tools, Git, AWS, etc.
  Résumé/CV: www.linkedin.com/in/georgetanev/
  Email: geotanjazz@gmail.com
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Need a different kind of engineer? Someone who reads research papers for fun, ships alone when needed, and plays jazz standards when the build fails? Someone creative, relentless, and detail-obsessed? Let's talk.<p>Contract or full-time. No BS, no bureaucracy. Just hard, interesting problems that off-the-shelf and AI can't solve.</p>
]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:51:27 +0000</pubDate><link>https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48372794</link><dc:creator>george87</dc:creator><comments>https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48372794</comments><guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48372794</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New comment by george87 in "Ask HN: Who wants to be hired? (May 2026)"]]></title><description><![CDATA[
<p>Software Engineer (15+ years, MIT/Triplebyte) | IEEE & Springer Published<p><pre><code>  Location: Europe
  Remote: Yes
  Willing to relocate: Yes
  Technologies: Java (Spring, Swing, FX), JavaScript (Node, React, D3), Python, various SQL & NoSQL data stores, ETL platforms, UI/UX design tools, AI/LLM tools, Git, AWS, etc.
  Résumé/CV: www.linkedin.com/in/georgetanev/
  Email: geotanjazz@gmail.com
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Need a different kind of engineer? Someone who reads research papers for fun, ships alone when needed, and plays jazz standards when the build fails? Someone creative, relentless, and detail-obsessed?<p>Contract or full-time. US or EU remote. No CRUD. No bureaucracy. Just hard, interesting problems that off-the-shelf can't solve.<p>If that's you — or someone you know — let's talk.</p>
]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 11:37:03 +0000</pubDate><link>https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48007406</link><dc:creator>george87</dc:creator><comments>https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48007406</comments><guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48007406</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New comment by george87 in "Ask HN: Who wants to be hired? (April 2026)"]]></title><description><![CDATA[
<p><p><pre><code>  Location: Europe
  Remote: Yes
  Willing to relocate: Yes
  Technologies: Java (Spring, Swing, FX), JavaScript (Node, React, D3), Python, various SQL & NoSQL data stores, ETL platforms, UI/UX design tools, AI/LLM tools, Git, AWS, etc.
  Résumé/CV: www.linkedin.com/in/georgetanev/
  Email: geotanjazz@gmail.com

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Multifaceted software engineer with a master's degree in computer science and research published with IEEE, OEIS, and Springer. 15+ years of experience helping companies scale, innovate, launch products, improve efficiency, and increase revenues. Creative, diligent, and detail-oriented — best at developing custom software solutions from design to deployment, from web and desktop applications to data pipelines and interactive visualizations.</p>
]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 02:17:03 +0000</pubDate><link>https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=47669969</link><dc:creator>george87</dc:creator><comments>https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=47669969</comments><guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=47669969</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New comment by george87 in "Ask HN: Who wants to be hired? (March 2026)"]]></title><description><![CDATA[
<p><p><pre><code>  Location: Europe
  Remote: Yes
  Willing to relocate: Possibly
  Technologies: Java (Spring, Swing, FX), JavaScript (Node, React, D3), Python, various SQL & NoSQL data stores, ETL platforms, UI/UX design tools, AI/LLM tools, Git, AWS, etc.
  Résumé/CV: www.linkedin.com/in/georgetanev/
  Email: geotanjazz@gmail.com
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Multifaceted software engineer with a master's degree in computer science and research published with IEEE, OEIS, and Springer. 15+ years of experience developing bespoke software solutions from design to deployment, from web and desktop applications to data pipelines and interactive visualizations. Interested in consulting projects, SWE or tech co-founder/CTO roles.</p>
]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 13:40:21 +0000</pubDate><link>https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=47308950</link><dc:creator>george87</dc:creator><comments>https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=47308950</comments><guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=47308950</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New comment by george87 in "Ask HN: Who wants to be hired? (February 2026)"]]></title><description><![CDATA[
<p><p><pre><code>  Location: Europe
  Remote: Yes
  Willing to relocate: Yes
  Technologies: Java (Spring, Swing, FX), JavaScript (Node, React, D3), Python, various SQL & NoSQL data stores, ETL platforms, UI/UX design tools, AI/LLM tools, Git, AWS, etc.
  Résumé/CV: www.linkedin.com/in/georgetanev/
  Email: geotanjazz@gmail.com
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Multifaceted software engineer with a master's degree in computer science and research published with IEEE, OEIS, and Springer. 15+ years of experience developing software solutions from design to deployment, from web and desktop applications to data pipelines and interactive visualizations. Interested in consulting gigs or tech co-founder/CTO roles, open to full-time engagements.</p>
]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 18:19:07 +0000</pubDate><link>https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=46874865</link><dc:creator>george87</dc:creator><comments>https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=46874865</comments><guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=46874865</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New comment by george87 in "Ask HN: Who wants to be hired? (January 2026)"]]></title><description><![CDATA[
<p><p><pre><code>  Location: Macedonia
  Remote: Yes
  Willing to relocate: Yes
  Technologies: Java (Spring, Swing, FX), JavaScript (Node, React, D3), Python, various SQL & NoSQL data stores, ETL platforms, UI/UX design tools, AI/LLM tools, Git, AWS, etc.
  Résumé/CV: www.linkedin.com/in/georgetanev/
  Email: geotanjazz@gmail.com
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Multifaceted software engineer with a master's degree in computer science and research published with IEEE, OEIS, and Springer. 15+ years of experience developing comprehensive software solutions from design to deployment, from web and desktop applications to data pipelines and interactive visualizations. Interested in consulting gigs or tech co-founder/CTO roles, open to full-time engagements.</p>
]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 04:46:37 +0000</pubDate><link>https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=46584212</link><dc:creator>george87</dc:creator><comments>https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=46584212</comments><guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=46584212</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New comment by george87 in "Ask HN: Who wants to be hired? (December 2025)"]]></title><description><![CDATA[
<p><p><pre><code>  Location: Macedonia
  Remote: Yes
  Willing to relocate: Yes
  Technologies: Java (Spring, Swing, FX), JavaScript (Node, React, D3), Python, various SQL & NoSQL data stores, ETL platforms, UI/UX design tools, AI/LLM tools, Git, AWS, etc.
  Résumé/CV: www.linkedin.com/in/georgetanev/
  Email: geotanjazz@gmail.com
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Multifaceted software engineer with a master's degree in computer science and research published with IEEE, OEIS, and Springer. 15+ years of experience helping organizations grow, by developing comprehensive software solutions from design to deployment, from web and desktop applications to data pipelines and interactive visualizations. Primarily interested in consulting gigs or tech co-founder/CTO roles, open to full-time engagements.</p>
]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 01:15:56 +0000</pubDate><link>https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=46200122</link><dc:creator>george87</dc:creator><comments>https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=46200122</comments><guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=46200122</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New comment by george87 in "Ask HN: Who wants to be hired? (November 2025)"]]></title><description><![CDATA[
<p><p><pre><code>  Location: Europe
  Remote: Yes
  Willing to relocate: Yes
  Technologies: Java (Spring, Swing, FX), JavaScript (Node, React, D3), Python, various SQL & NoSQL data stores, ETL platforms, UI/UX design tools, AI/LLM tools, Git, AWS, etc.
  Résumé/CV: www.linkedin.com/in/georgetanev/
  Email: geotanjazz@gmail.com
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Multifaceted software engineer with a master's degree in computer science and research published with IEEE, OEIS, and Springer. 15+ years of experience helping organizations grow, by developing comprehensive software solutions from design to deployment, from web and desktop applications to data pipelines and interactive visualizations. Primarily interested in consulting or tech co-founder/CTO roles, open to full-time engagements.</p>
]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2025 13:50:51 +0000</pubDate><link>https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45887250</link><dc:creator>george87</dc:creator><comments>https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45887250</comments><guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45887250</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New comment by george87 in "Ask HN: Freelancer? Seeking freelancer? (October 2025)"]]></title><description><![CDATA[
<p>SEEKING WORK | EUROPE | REMOTE<p>Multifaceted software engineer with 15 years of experience in tech, specializing in bespoke software development.<p>I design, develop, and deliver complete solutions, from engaging user-facing apps and visualizations to robust backend systems and efficient data pipelines.<p>Reach out to me at geotanjazz@gmail.com or via www.linkedin.com/in/georgetanev.</p>
]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2025 21:13:13 +0000</pubDate><link>https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45573386</link><dc:creator>george87</dc:creator><comments>https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45573386</comments><guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45573386</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New comment by george87 in "Ask HN: Who wants to be hired? (October 2025)"]]></title><description><![CDATA[
<p><p><pre><code>  Location: Europe
  Remote: Yes
  Willing to relocate: Yes
  Technologies: Java (Spring, Swing, FX), JavaScript (Node, React, D3), Python, various SQL & NoSQL data stores, ETL platforms, UI/UX design tools, AI/LLM tools, Git, AWS, etc.
  Résumé/CV: www.linkedin.com/in/georgetanev/
  Email: geotanjazz@gmail.com
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Multifaceted software engineer with a master's degree in computer science and research published with IEEE, OEIS, and Springer. 15+ years of experience helping organizations grow, by developing comprehensive software solutions from design to deployment, from web and desktop applications to data pipelines and interactive visualizations. Primarily interested in consulting and tech co-founder/CTO roles, open to full-time engagements under the right circumstances.</p>
]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 04 Oct 2025 18:10:52 +0000</pubDate><link>https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45475364</link><dc:creator>george87</dc:creator><comments>https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45475364</comments><guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45475364</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New comment by george87 in "Ask HN: Who wants to be hired? (September 2025)"]]></title><description><![CDATA[
<p><p><pre><code>  Location: Europe
  Remote: Yes
  Willing to relocate: Yes
  Technologies: Java (Spring, Swing, FX), JavaScript (Node, React, D3), Python, various SQL & NoSQL data stores, ETL platforms, UI/UX design tools, AI/LLM tools, Git, AWS, etc.
  Résumé/CV: www.linkedin.com/in/georgetanev/
  Email: geotanjazz@gmail.com
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Multifaceted software engineer with a master's degree in computer science and research published with IEEE, OEIS, and Springer. 15+ years of experience helping companies and other organizations grow, by developing comprehensive software solutions from design to deployment, from web and desktop applications to data pipelines and interactive visualizations. Primarily interested in software engineer/consultant and tech co-founder/CTO roles.</p>
]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Sep 2025 06:48:14 +0000</pubDate><link>https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45099861</link><dc:creator>george87</dc:creator><comments>https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45099861</comments><guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45099861</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New comment by george87 in "Ask HN: Freelancer? Seeking freelancer? (August 2025)"]]></title><description><![CDATA[
<p>SEEKING WORK | Southern Europe | Remote<p>Hi, I’m George, a versatile software engineer with a master's degree in computer science and ~15 years of experience developing software solutions from design to deployment, including web and desktop apps, data pipelines, and data visualizations. I've written content for technical assessments, coding challenges, programming articles, and tutorials.<p>I've helped companies scale, launch products, improve efficiency, and boost revenues. I've worked with organizations such as MIT, Triplebyte, and Rollbar, and I've had some of my research published by IEEE, OEIS, and Springer.<p>Feel free to check out my LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/in/georgetanev and reach out to me there or via email at geotanjazz@gmail.com.</p>
]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 07 Aug 2025 23:24:28 +0000</pubDate><link>https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44831635</link><dc:creator>george87</dc:creator><comments>https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44831635</comments><guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44831635</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New comment by george87 in "Ask HN: Who wants to be hired? (August 2025)"]]></title><description><![CDATA[
<p><p><pre><code>  Location: Europe
  Remote: Yes
  Willing to relocate: Yes
  Technologies: Java (Spring, Swing, FX), JavaScript (Node, React, D3), Python (2, 3), various SQL & NoSQL data stores, ETL platforms, UI/UX design tools, AI/LLM tools, Git, AWS, etc.
  Résumé/CV: www.linkedin.com/in/georgetanev/
  Email: geotanjazz@gmail.com
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Multifaceted software engineer with a master's degree in computer science and research published with IEEE, OEIS, and Springer. 15+ years of experience solving intricate problems and developing software solutions from design to deployment, from web and desktop applications to data pipelines and interactive visualizations. Primarily interested in software engineer/consultant and tech co-founder/CTO roles.</p>
]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 04 Aug 2025 13:18:12 +0000</pubDate><link>https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44785356</link><dc:creator>george87</dc:creator><comments>https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44785356</comments><guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44785356</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New comment by george87 in "Ask HN: Who wants to be hired? (July 2025)"]]></title><description><![CDATA[
<p>Software Engineer | 15+ Years of Experience | Masters in Computer Science<p><pre><code>  Location: Europe
  Remote: Yes
  Willing to relocate: Yes
  Technologies: Java (Spring, Swing, JavaFX), JavaScript (Node, React, D3), Python, various SQL & NoSQL data stores, ETL platforms, UI/UX design tools, AI/LLM tools, Git, AWS, etc.
  Résumé/CV: www.linkedin.com/in/georgetanev
  Email: geotanjazz@gmail.com
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Multifaceted software engineer with a master's degree in computer science and 15 years of experience developing and deploying solutions across web, desktop, and data-intensive applications such as automated data pipelines and interactive visualizations. Expertise spans full-cycle development, from design to deployment, with a strong track record in building innovative and effective solutions from scratch, as well as optimizing and expanding existing systems.<p>Provided strategic guidance, mentorship, and technical oversight on multiple projects. Published original research with IEEE, OEIS, and Springer, and consulted for clients such as MIT, Triplebyte, and Rollbar, delivering high-impact solutions tailored to their needs.<p>Available for consulting, contract work, or a full-time role under the right circumstances. Feel free to connect with me on LinkedIn or via email.</p>
]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 07 Jul 2025 20:05:21 +0000</pubDate><link>https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44494131</link><dc:creator>george87</dc:creator><comments>https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44494131</comments><guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44494131</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New comment by george87 in "Ask HN: Who wants to be hired? (June 2025)"]]></title><description><![CDATA[
<p>Software Engineer | 15+ Years of Experience | Masters in Computer Science<p><pre><code>  Location: Europe
  Remote: Yes
  Willing to relocate: Yes
  Technologies: Java (Spring, Swing, JavaFX), JavaScript (Node, React, D3), Python, various SQL & NoSQL data stores, ETL platforms, UI/UX design tools, AI/LLM tools, Git, AWS, etc.
  Résumé/CV: www.linkedin.com/in/georgetanev
  Email: geotanjazz@gmail.com
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Versatile software engineer with a master's degree in computer science and 15 years of experience developing and deploying solutions across web, desktop, and data-intensive applications such as automated data pipelines and interactive visualizations. Expertise spans full-cycle development, from design to deployment, with a strong track record in building innovative and effective solutions from scratch, as well as optimizing and expanding existing systems.<p>Provided strategic guidance, mentorship, and technical oversight on multiple projects. Published original research with IEEE, OEIS, and Springer, and consulted for clients such as MIT, Triplebyte, and Rollbar, delivering high-impact solutions tailored to their needs.<p>Available for consulting, contract work, or a full-time role under the right circumstances. Feel free to connect with me on LinkedIn or via email.</p>
]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 16 Jun 2025 12:40:20 +0000</pubDate><link>https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44288990</link><dc:creator>george87</dc:creator><comments>https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44288990</comments><guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44288990</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New comment by george87 in "Ask HN: Who wants to be hired? (May 2025)"]]></title><description><![CDATA[
<p><p><pre><code>  Location: Europe
  Remote: Yes
  Willing to relocate: Yes
  Technologies: Java (Spring, Swing, JavaFX), JavaScript (Node, React, D3), Python, various SQL & NoSQL data stores, ETL platforms, UI/UX design tools, AI/LLM tools, Git, AWS, etc.
  Résumé/CV: www.linkedin.com/in/georgetanev
  Email: geotanjazz@gmail.com
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Multifaceted software engineer with a master's degree in computer science and 15 years of experience in tech. Developed complete solutions from design to deployment, including web and desktop applications, data pipelines, interactive data visualizations, etc. Worked solo and in small teams. Provided expert advice, oversight, and mentorship on a couple of projects. Consulted for clients such as MIT, Triplebyte, and Rollbar; published research with IEEE, OEIS, and Springer. Open to consulting, contract work, or a full-time role given the right circumstances.</p>
]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 05 May 2025 14:02:12 +0000</pubDate><link>https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43895245</link><dc:creator>george87</dc:creator><comments>https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43895245</comments><guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43895245</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New comment by george87 in "Ask HN: Who wants to be hired? (April 2025)"]]></title><description><![CDATA[
<p><p><pre><code>  Location: Europe
  Remote: Preferred
  Willing to relocate: Maybe
  Technologies: Java (Spring, Swing, JavaFX), JavaScript (Node, React, D3), Python, various SQL & NoSQL data stores, ETL platforms, UI/UX design tools, AI/LLM tools, Git, AWS, etc.
  Résumé/CV: www.linkedin.com/in/georgetanev
  Email: geotanjazz@gmail.com
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Multifaceted software engineer with a master's degree in computer science and 15 years of experience in tech. Developed comprehensive solutions from design to deployment, from web and desktop applications to data pipelines and interactive visualizations. Authored technical content for SaaS companies, including programming tutorials, quizzes, and coding challenges. Published research with IEEE, OEIS, Springer, etc., and worked with organizations such as MIT, Rollbar, and Triplebyte.</p>
]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 06 Apr 2025 03:45:48 +0000</pubDate><link>https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43598817</link><dc:creator>george87</dc:creator><comments>https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43598817</comments><guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43598817</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New comment by george87 in "Ask HN: Freelancer? Seeking freelancer? (April 2025)"]]></title><description><![CDATA[
<p>SEEKING WORK, EU/US, REMOTE<p>Versatile software engineer and consultant with 15 years in tech, specializing in custom software development.<p>I design, develop, and deliver comprehensive solutions, from engaging user-facing apps and visualizations to robust backend systems and efficient data pipelines.<p>Reach out to me at geotanjazz@gmail.com or via www.linkedin.com/in/georgetanev.</p>
]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 02 Apr 2025 20:45:43 +0000</pubDate><link>https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43561328</link><dc:creator>george87</dc:creator><comments>https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43561328</comments><guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43561328</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New comment by george87 in "Ask HN: Freelancer? Seeking freelancer? (March 2025)"]]></title><description><![CDATA[
<p>SEEKING WORK, EU/US, REMOTE/HYBRID<p>I am a versatile software engineer with 15 years of experience in the tech industry.<p>I help companies scale, launch products, improve efficiency, and boost revenues with custom software solutions and services.<p>I have built unique and effective solutions from design to deployment, from engaging customer-facing applications to efficient data pipelines processing petabytes of data.<p>Reach out to me at geotanjazz@gmail.com or via the link in my profile.</p>
]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 06 Mar 2025 15:29:44 +0000</pubDate><link>https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43281342</link><dc:creator>george87</dc:creator><comments>https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43281342</comments><guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43281342</guid></item></channel></rss>