About me
Thomas Gobelet
For over 20 years, I've been building software. Not because it's my job — but because it's what I do best.
I started with PHP and HTML in a time when "web developer" wasn't a real profession yet. Over the years came Java, Kotlin, JavaScript, TypeScript, mobile apps, payment integrations, and complex e-commerce systems. I've worked for agencies, as a freelancer, and as an employee — on projects ranging from simple websites to enterprise systems.
Today, I combine this experience with AI technology. Not as hype, but as a tool that works. I build development environments where AI doesn't just assist — it thinks along. And I make sure security always comes first.
Career
AI Architecture & Consulting
AI-powered development environments for businesses. Integration of AI into existing systems. Architecture consulting and security concepts.
Senior Developer — Agency
Full-stack development for mid-market and enterprise. Laravel, Shopware, WordPress. Payment integrations, APIs, complex e-commerce systems.
Software Development & Integrations
Specialization in payment provider integrations and system connectivity. Payment gateways, ERP connections, B2B platforms.
The Beginning
First websites, first shops, first apps. PHP, Java, Flash, ActionScript. Everything that could be coded, was coded.
How I work
Three principles proven over 20 years — whether startup or enterprise.
Security above all.
Most security vulnerabilities aren't caused by hackers — they're caused by carelessness. Every line of code is reviewed against OWASP standards — not as a checklist at the end, but from the very first line. In 20 years working with payment providers, healthcare systems, and e-commerce platforms, I've learned: security isn't a feature you bolt on later.
Pragmatic over perfect.
I build what's needed — not what looks impressive. Three working lines of code are better than a clever abstraction nobody understands. No over-engineering, no bloated architectures, no technology for technology's sake. The best solution is the one that works and your team understands.
Honest communication.
If something won't work, I'll tell you. If something takes longer, I'll tell you. No surprises, no hidden costs, no empty promises. You always know where we stand, what's next, and what it costs. That sounds obvious — unfortunately, it isn't in this industry.
Tech Stack
20+ years, 8 categories, one common thread: from code to security.