Build Archive

Short-cycle builds, pivots, and lessons worth keeping.

Hackathons, builder tracks, and fast prototypes that taught me something useful. Each entry captures the problem, the build, and the takeaway.

2026

2 case studies

Voice Agents Weekend Build

911 Dispatch

2026

Problem

A large share of 911 calls are non-emergencies, which makes it harder for real emergencies to get attention quickly.

Built

My team built a voice triage prototype that could handle low-priority calls like noise complaints or accidental dials and push urgent cases forward faster.

Takeaways

For something this sensitive, escalation logic matters more than clean transcription.
In a short build sprint, speed only helps if the team stays aligned.

Treatment Trial Match

2026

Problem

Finding relevant clinical trials is messy, especially for patients trying to sort through condition, eligibility, and location at the same time.

Built

We built a trial-matching flow around condition, eligibility, and location, then made a late pivot and rebuilt the pitch in a few hours.

Takeaways

A clear pivot is still better than forcing the first idea to work.
Under time pressure, a well-framed problem carries more weight than a flashy demo.