About Marlon Ragusta — AI Automation Specialist

I'm Marlon Ragusta, an AI automation specialist with a background in software engineering and systems architecture. Over the past 5 years, I've helped 40+ companies automate their operations — from solo founders to teams of 200+.

My approach is simple: understand the business problem deeply, design a robust automation that won't break at 2am, and deliver measurable results within weeks, not months.

Services

End-to-End Workflow Automation

Design, build, and deploy automated workflows that handle everything from lead qualification to invoice generation. Built on enterprise-grade platforms with error handling, logging, and rollback capabilities.

AI Agent & Chatbot Development

Custom AI agents with memory, tool use, and multi-step reasoning. Deployed as Slack bots, website chat widgets, or background processors that work 24/7.

Custom API Development

When off-the-shelf integrations fall short, I build custom APIs and middleware to bridge gaps between legacy systems and modern tools.

Process Audit & Optimization

Map your current operations, identify automation opportunities, and build a prioritized roadmap with ROI projections for each initiative.

Tools & Technologies

Automation Platforms

  • n8n
  • Make (Integromat)
  • Zapier
  • Relay

AI & LLMs

  • OpenAI GPT-4
  • Claude
  • LangChain
  • CrewAI
  • AutoGen

Development

  • Python
  • Node.js
  • TypeScript
  • Docker
  • AWS

Integrations

  • HubSpot
  • Salesforce
  • Shopify
  • Stripe
  • Slack
  • Notion

How I Work

Discovery First

Every project starts with a deep-dive into your current processes, pain points, and goals. No assumptions, no cookie-cutter solutions.

Built to Scale

Automations that work for 10 records should work for 100,000. I design with volume, edge cases, and future growth in mind.

Reliability Obsessed

Error handling, retry logic, alerting, and comprehensive logging are non-negotiable. If it breaks, you know before your customers do.

Work Experience

Senior AI Automation Specialist

Freelance / Independent

2023 — Present

Designed and deployed 40+ AI-driven automation systems for SaaS, e-commerce, and agency clients. Specialized in n8n, Make, and custom LangChain agents.

Automation Engineer

Acme Digital Agency

2021 — 2023

Built internal tooling and client workflow automations that reduced manual operations by 60%. Led integration projects across HubSpot, Salesforce, and Slack.

Full-Stack Developer

Nova Tech Solutions

2019 — 2021

Developed customer-facing web applications and internal dashboards using Node.js, React, and PostgreSQL. Early exposure to workflow orchestration.

Certificates