Freelance AI consulting for small businesses

I help non technical founders and small teams use AI to fix real problems, not chase hype.

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Naz Avo
Software Architecture Engineer
Past Clients & Current Projects

Services for growing teams

60 minute consultation

Bring a specific problem. We work through options and a next step you can act on right away.

Scoping session

Use 60 minutes to scope a larger project. We define goals, risks, and the first milestones.

Implementation and advisory

Hands on help to ship the priority work, then weekly guidance to keep improvements going.

Why work with me?

13+ years in software engineering. Architecture engineer for Ghost Foundation. Contributor to Gumroad related projects. Worked with startups like Validately, later acquired by UserTesting. Friendly, curious, and focused on simple solutions that stick.

See contributions to Ghost · See a recent open source work for Antiwork (aka Gumroad)

Testimonials

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Steven Cohn
Founder

Naz is a great developer. His personality makes it easy for everyone to work with him. He is inquisitive and takes initiative. His code quality is very good. If you have the chance to work with Naz, you will be happy to have him on your team.

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Mark Bathie
Mentor, iLab Accelerator / UQ Ventures

Naz worked with us at Validately.com (now UserTesting.com company). He is dedicated, hard working, and passionate about his work. A strong team player who is well liked by colleagues. I would recommend Naz in the future.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does AI consulting cost?

Discovery consultations are $200 for 60 minutes. Project work starts at $6,000/month on retainer, which includes weekly check-in meetings, ongoing support via your team chat, and 2-business-day response times for questions and issues.

How quickly can I see results from AI consulting?

After our discovery call, you'll receive a focused action plan within 2-4 business days highlighting 1-2 key areas and concrete next steps. I work iteratively, tackling the biggest bottlenecks first for faster wins.

Do I need technical knowledge to work with an AI consultant?

Not at all. I specialize in bridging the knowledge gap between AI capabilities and business goals. My role is to handle the technical complexity while keeping you informed and confident in every decision.

What AI tools work best for small businesses?

The best tools integrate seamlessly with your existing development environment. I focus on solutions that work with platforms like VS Code, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, and Claude that enhance your current workflow without disruption.

Where do you work?

I work with clients worldwide including the UAE, United States, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Taiwan. For APAC and Oceania clients, I offer faster response times and additional support with rates discussed per engagement.

How many clients do you take?

I work with up to 3 clients per month to ensure personalized attention and maintain the quality of service you deserve.

Ready to apply AI where it actually pays off?

Book a short consult to see if an AI Readiness Audit is a fit.