About
I craft digital experiences
that bring ideas to life
around the world.
Marcelo Retana
Founder & Software Engineer
Serial entrepreneur passionate about helping small businesses scale through technology. Software engineer with a love for UI/UX design.
Building with the most modern tools — Claude Code, AI-powered workflows, and cutting-edge frameworks. Based in Puerto Jiménez, Costa Rica.
Who I Am
I'm a Software Engineer and serial entrepreneur with a passion for creating work that empowers small businesses, transforms ideas into reality and drives meaningful impact.
My Approach
I combine deep technical expertise with a keen eye for design. While I write code that scales, I never lose sight of the user experience. Every pixel matters, every interaction counts.
I leverage the most modern tools in the industry — from AI-powered development with Claude Code to cutting-edge frameworks. I believe in working smarter, not just harder, to deliver exceptional results.
My mission? Helping small businesses compete with the big players through technology that just works.
My Ventures
Index
Full-Stack Capabilities
End-to-end ownership — from pixel-perfect interfaces to scalable infrastructure.
Frontend
React
Next.js
React Native
TypeScript
SSR/RSC
Backend
Node.js
GraphQL
REST APIs
PostgreSQL
Redis
Cloud & DevOps
AWS
Hetzner
Coolify
Docker
CI/CD
AI-Powered Dev
Claude Code
Cursor
AI Workflows
Trusted By
Bank of America
IBM
Universal Music
BMW
Mercedes Benz
Pfizer
Univision-Televisa
Provectus
Automation Anywhere
3Pillar Global
Unicorn
Value Creation Labs
Ambit
Avodah
Sunrise Hill Glamping
Nature Escapes
Vista3 Architects
IdeADesign Architecture
Softon Digital
MyBasePay
What I Do
Crafting future icons, today.
7+ yrs
GEXP Software
Founder
Leading a team delivering innovative software solutions, design services, and staff augmentation for businesses looking to scale.
6+ yrs
Universal Music Group
Senior Software Developer
Fullstack development with React, Node.js, and AWS. Building dynamic interfaces and managing cloud operations.
4+ yrs
Provectus
Software Engineer
AWS Premier Consulting Partner. Working on AI solutions, MLOps, and cloud transformation projects.
1 yr
IBM
Senior Software Engineer
Built and maintained business process tools using React, Node.js, and IBM Carbon Design System.
1+ yrs
SixFifty
Software Developer
Developed legal document automation systems using TypeScript, React, Redux, GraphQL, and AWS.
3 yrs
Prodigious Latin America
Senior Software Engineer
Front-end development for Bank of America. Built web applications following latest standards.
Testimonials
What clients say.
“Their speed and ability to adapt to changes are top-notch. They over-delivered, and operated like an extension of our team.”
Clay McIlrath
Founder, Unicorn
5.0
Clutch Rating
5.0
Google Rating
100%
Client Satisfaction
50+
Projects Delivered
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