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Shane Larson

Shane Larson is a seasoned technology leader with 15+ years of experience in enterprise integration, AI innovation, and scalable solutions.


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Business Ventures

Games & Projects

Block Stacker

Block Stacker

A Tetris-style block stacking puzzle game

Tech: HTML5, JavaScript, Canvas

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Chess

Chess

A retro video game style chess game

Tech: HTML5, JavaScript, Canvas

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Harvest Haven

Harvest Haven

Peaceful farming simulation game

Tech: HTML5, JavaScript

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Space Invaders

Space Invaders

Classic alien shooter arcade game

Tech: HTML5, JavaScript

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Miner

Galaxy Miner

Space mining adventure

Tech: HTML5, JavaScript

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Asteroids

Asteroids

Classic space rock shooting arcade game

Tech: HTML5, JavaScript, Canvas

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Dune

Dune

Desert warfare strategy game

Tech: HTML5, JavaScript

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Books

New Releases

Dead Man's Clutch

Dead Man's Clutch

When enhanced street racers start dying fused to their cars, a pure-human investigator must risk experimental chrome augmentation to stop a conspiracy that's turning Detroit's citizens into nodes of networked consciousness.

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Ancient History

The Sea Peoples: Raiders of the Bronze Age

The Sea Peoples: Raiders of the Bronze Age

Explore the mysterious warriors who helped bring down Bronze Age civilizations. This book examines their origins, tactics, and lasting impact on Mediterranean history through archaeological evidence and historical records.

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Rise of the Cup Bearer: The Epic of Sargon

Rise of the Cup Bearer: The Epic of Sargon

Follow the dramatic journey of Sargon from humble cup-bearer to legendary emperor. This historical novel weaves political intrigue, ancient traditions, and the birth of history's first empire into a compelling narrative.

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Ancient Apocalypse: The Fall of the Bronze Age

Ancient Apocalypse: The Fall of the Bronze Age

Uncover the dramatic collapse of Bronze Age civilizations through climate change, political upheaval, and invasion. This book examines how interconnected ancient societies unraveled in a cascade of chaos.

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Twilight of the Ziggurats

Twilight of the Ziggurats: The Rise and Fall of Ancient Sumer

Journey through ancient Mesopotamia and discover the innovations of Sumerian civilization. From the first cities to the invention of writing, explore humanity's earliest urban society.

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Sargon: Rise of Akkad

Sargon: Rise of Akkad

Discover how Sargon created history's first empire, unifying disparate city-states into the mighty Akkadian Empire. This book explores the political and cultural transformation of ancient Mesopotamia.

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The Last Days of Carthage

The Last Days of Carthage: Tale of a Forgotten Empire

Experience the rise and fall of ancient Carthage, from its founding to its epic struggle with Rome. Follow the journey of this maritime empire through trade, war, and ultimate destruction.

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Technology & Programming

Designing Solutions Architecture

Designing Solutions Architecture for Enterprise Integration

Master enterprise integration with practical frameworks and strategies. Learn to align IT architecture with business goals and design scalable solutions for modern digital infrastructure.

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API Driven Banking

API Driven Banking: Designing Flexible Financial Platforms

Navigate the transformation to API-centric banking architectures. Learn essential strategies for building secure, scalable digital banking platforms that meet modern financial needs.

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Retrieval Augmented Generation with Node.js

Retrieval Augmented Generation with Node.js

Build powerful AI applications using Large Language Models and Node.js. Master RAG techniques, vector embeddings, and hybrid search approaches for creating intelligent, context-aware systems.

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Digital Outlaws Series

Digital Outlaws

Digital Outlaws: The Rise of Early Hackers

Explore the dawn of hacking culture through stories of legendary digital pioneers. Meet the innovative rebels who shaped modern computing and cybersecurity through their audacious exploits.

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Operation Aurora

Operation Aurora: A Tale of Digital Espionage

Uncover the story of a sophisticated cyber attack that changed digital security forever. Follow the trail of one of history's most significant corporate security breaches.

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The Morris Worm

The Morris Worm: A Cybersecurity Turning Point

Examine the first major internet worm that changed cybersecurity forever. This book chronicles the creation, spread, and aftermath of a watershed moment in digital history.

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Stuxnet: The Silent Weapon

Stuxnet: The Silent Weapon

Dive into the story of the world's first digital weapon. Explore how Stuxnet changed modern warfare by demonstrating the destructive potential of cyber attacks on physical infrastructure.

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Eco-Thriller Chronicles

Eruption Point

Eruption Point

Race against time in Yellowstone National Park as former military operative Daniel Hartley works to prevent radical environmentalists from triggering a supervolcano eruption.

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Conspiracy Below Zero

Conspiracy Below Zero

Join park ranger Emily Carson and operative Daniel Hartley as they uncover a plot to sabotage the Trans-Alaska Pipeline. An eco-thriller set in the stunning Alaskan wilderness.

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Personal Development

The Abundant Investor

The Abundant Investor: Mindset Strategies for Prosperous Living

Transform your relationship with money through abundance mindset principles. Learn practical strategies for building wealth while maintaining personal fulfillment and growth.

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The Debt Wilderness

The Debt Wilderness: The Art of Surviving and Thriving Beyond Credit

Navigate the path to financial freedom with practical strategies for overcoming debt. Learn proven methods for building stability and creating lasting wealth.

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The Stoic Journey

The Stoic Journey: Transforming Challenges into Wisdom

Apply ancient Stoic principles to modern life challenges. Learn how to develop emotional resilience and find inner peace through timeless philosophical wisdom.

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Videos

Dead Man's Clutch - A Noir Cyberpunk Thriller | Book Announcement

Forge of Fire | 37-Second Sci-Fi Fantasy Mini-Movie

APIs: Invisible Heroes of the Digital World

Eruption Point by Shane Larson - A Yellowstone Thriller Trailer

Ancient Apocalypse Advertising Spot

Big Brother's Lies - Owl Man

Baby Ninjas Vs Godzilla - Promo

The Great Breakfast Robot Dance Party

Resume

Professional Summary

Senior technology leader with extensive experience in API development, system integration, and digital transformation. Proven track record of building and leading high-performing teams, implementing enterprise-scale solutions, and driving innovation through emerging technologies including AI and automation.

Experience

Domain Manager - Integration and Automation Engineering COE

Global Federal Credit Union (Jan 2022 - Present)

  • Lead and manage an 8-person team spanning Integration Engineers, Automation Engineers, Systems Analysts, and Capability Delivery Managers.
  • Established and scaled an enterprise API-Led Integration Platform delivering 250 million annual API calls through highly available cloud architecture.
  • Spearheaded automation initiatives resulting in over 1,467 hours of annual time savings.
  • Delivered mission-critical API solutions generating over $1 million in annual cost savings.
  • Led development and deployment of the organization's first Generative AI chatbot for internal use cases.
  • Participated in the Architecture Federation Board, providing strategic guidance on IT infrastructure and emerging technologies.

Founder and Principal Consultant

Cortex Agent (2024 - Present)

  • Founded a technology consulting firm focused on AI agent development and process automation.
  • Developed MAVIN, an automotive diagnostic chatbot leveraging LLM technology to interpret OBD II codes.
  • Provided strategic consulting on AI implementation and automation solutions for clients.

Founder

Grizzly Peak Software, LLC (2011 - Present)

  • Developed a suite of HTML5/JavaScript games including Harvest Haven, Galaxy Miner, Block Stacker, and JavaScript Invaders.
  • Created an AI-powered financial management application featuring an LLM chatbot for personalized budget guidance and financial queries.
  • Built cryptocurrency dashboards, financial applications, and ERC-20/ERC-721 smart contracts for web3 educational content.
  • Managed Linux/Windows servers, MongoDB, and SQL databases for application infrastructure.

Principal Integration Solutions Architect

Global Federal Credit Union (Jan 2020 - Jan 2022)

  • Planned, designed, and implemented hybrid cloud and data center architectures to support the Mulesoft platform.
  • Led efforts to implement Mulesoft as the enterprise integration platform to support API-driven architecture.
  • Introduced DevOps tools to support continuous integration and agile planning.
  • Created integrations and APIs using Node.js, C#, and Python.
  • Collaborated with Information Security to deploy multi-factor authentication and web application firewalls.

Applications Group Manager - Digital Banking

Global Federal Credit Union (Aug 2018 - Jan 2020)

  • Managed a team of 10 technical staff responsible for websites, mobile applications, and digital assets.
  • Led a project to replace the legacy bill pay system using an API-driven approach.
  • Introduced agile methodologies and worked on R&D prototypes.
  • Created integration code and dashboards in Node.js and C# for automation and reporting.

Application Solutions Architect

Global Federal Credit Union (Mar 2017 - Jun 2018)

  • Worked with project teams, business stakeholders, and technical staff to design and implement technical solutions.
  • Created proof of concepts using C#, Node.js, or Powershell, and React or Handlebars for UI.
  • Moderated secure coding forums for reviewing developer submissions.
  • Researched the impacts of blockchain technology on credit unions and the banking sector.

Senior Programmer - Enterprise Applications

Global Federal Credit Union (Aug 2015 - Mar 2017)

  • Built web services, plugins, and console-based applications using C#.
  • Created web-based UI experiences to improve employee productivity using C#, ASP.NET, Bootstrap, JavaScript, and CSS.
  • Maintained integrations with Microsoft Dynamics CRM.
  • Deployed code in a secure environment using privileged account management and change control procedures.

Senior Developer/Tech Lead

IHS Markit/Wall Street on Demand (Nov 2010 - Aug 2015)

  • Created a streaming stock chart for Facebook’s IPO that appeared on the front page of the New York Times.
  • Built websites for the financial industry using ASP.NET, C#, and JavaScript.
  • Maintained high-traffic websites like the New York Times, Businessweek, and eTrade with millions of daily users.
  • Developed web applications for stock/ETF screeners and trading tools.

Technical Skills

  • Languages & Frameworks: JavaScript, Node.js, Python, C#, PHP, Java, C++, React
  • Cloud & Infrastructure: Mulesoft, UIPath, Azure, AWS, IIS, Linux, Windows Server, Docker
  • AI & Automation: OpenAI APIs, Copilot Studio, RAG Applications, LLM Integration
  • Blockchain: Solidity, ERC-20/ERC-721 Smart Contracts
  • Database: MongoDB, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL
  • Tools & Methodologies: DevOps, Git, Agile, API-First Design

Education

  • Bachelor of Science in IT, Software Engineering - University of Phoenix, 2009

Certifications

  • Meta Front-End Developer - Meta/Coursera, Issued Feb 2023

Consulting

Need help with integration strategies, AI architecture, or scalable solutions? Let's work together to bring your vision to life!

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