About Virtual Hipster AI
Meet Your AI Solutions Architect
Hi, I’m Shad, founder of Virtual Hipster AI. I’m an AWS Certified Solutions Architect with a passion for building intelligent systems that solve real problems.
Background & Credentials
With 25+ years across cloud computing, AI/ML, software development, data science, big data, bioinformatics, and quantum computing, I bring a rare breadth to every engagement. I hold two AWS certifications—Solutions Architect – Associate and Security – Specialty—and work hands-on with large language models, LangChain, vector databases, AWS SageMaker, and quantum platforms such as D-Wave.
My journey into AI started with a fascination for making technology work better for people. Over the years, I’ve specialized in security-focused cloud infrastructure, custom AI agents, agentic frameworks, and MCP (Model Context Protocol) servers. I design and build container-based solutions that are scalable, secure, and built to last.
What sets me apart? I believe AI should be practical, not just theoretical. That’s why I focus on industries where AI can make a tangible impact—biotech drug discovery, mining and geology, real estate automation, and robotics including UAV drones.
Why Work With Me?
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Your infrastructure is in expert hands
- Security-First Mindset – I build systems with protection and compliance built in from day one
- Proven Experience – I’ve built AI agents, agentic frameworks, and intelligent automation systems that deliver results
- Custom Solutions – No cookie-cutter templates. Every solution is tailored to your unique business challenges
- Clear Communication – I explain complex technology in plain English, so you always know what’s happening
Your Success is My Mission
Whether you’re a biotech startup looking to accelerate drug discovery, a mining company seeking better geological insights, a real estate firm ready to automate workflows, or a robotics company developing autonomous systems, I bring the technical expertise and strategic thinking to turn your AI vision into reality.
I don’t just build technology—I build partnerships. When you work with Virtual Hipster AI, you get a dedicated expert who understands your industry, cares about your success, and delivers solutions that drive measurable impact.
Selected Open-Source & Applied Research
I build in the open. A selection of recent work spanning agentic AI security, retrieval-augmented generation, biotech, and data compliance:
Agentic Red Team
Tooling to adversarially probe and test AI agents for security weaknesses and unsafe behavior.
RAG for Drug Side-Effect Retrieval
Retrieval-augmented architectures for surfacing drug side effects with LLMs—applied biotech research.
Data Sovereignty Layer
A layer that enforces data privacy and compliance with regulatory requirements.
RAG Demo on Azure
A retrieval-augmented generation demo deployed on Azure Static Web Apps.
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