Hello, I'm

Mariano Gendra

I'm a  Sr. .NET Engineer, Legacy Modernization Specialist, IT Consultant, Full Stack Engineer

I help companies modernize legacy .NET systems without a rewrite, using AI-assisted development to deliver faster and safer.

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Legacy Modernization Audit

1 week · fixed price. Not sure where to start with your aging .NET system? In one week I review your code and database and give you a clear plan.

System map

Modules, dependencies, integrations and database, in one clear diagram.

Prioritized risk report

Security, unsupported versions, technical debt and SQL performance, each finding with severity and evidence.

Target architecture

Where to go and why, without a big-bang rewrite.

Phased roadmap

What to migrate first and how, designed to minimize downtime.

Effort and cost estimates

Ranges by phase, with the assumptions written down.

60-minute walkthrough

I present the report and answer your questions.

From USD 2,000, fixed.

Under NDA, with read-only access. The report is yours to keep, with me or anyone else. If we continue together within 30 days, the audit fee is credited toward the project.

See all the details of the Audit →

Read: how legacy system modernization works

Mariano Gendra — Senior Software Developer and IT Consultant
About Me

Turning complexity into clean, working software

I’ve always been driven by curiosity about technology. From exploring every computer I could get my hands on, to studying Computer Engineering — that curiosity became a career.

After several years working in-house at companies, I realized my true calling was working independently: analyzing problems, proposing solutions, and building software that genuinely helps businesses succeed.

Today I work with clients across industries to modernize legacy systems and deliver custom web applications, robust APIs, scalable databases, and strategic IT consulting. I’m certified by AWS as both a Cloud Practitioner and AI Practitioner, and I use AI-assisted development to deliver faster and with fewer defects.

40+
Clients Served
100+
Projects Delivered
20
Years Experience
4
Own Products
Technical Expertise

The tools I use to build great software

Backend

  • C# / .NET
  • ASP.NET Core
  • Blazor
  • MVC
  • N-Tier Architecture
  • Microservices
  • REST APIs
  • Python

Frontend

  • Angular
  • React
  • JavaScript (ES2020+)
  • TypeScript
  • HTML5
  • CSS3
  • Responsive Design

Databases

  • SQL Server
  • MySQL
  • PostgreSQL
  • Database Design
  • Query Optimization
  • Data Modeling

Cloud & AI-Assisted Dev

  • AI-Assisted Development
  • AWS (EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS)
  • AWS Certified

Mobile

  • Hybrid Mobile Apps
  • Android Compatible
  • iOS Compatible
  • Cross-Platform

Tools & DevOps

  • Git
  • Docker
  • Visual Studio
  • VS Code
  • Azure DevOps
  • CI/CD
Work History

20+ years building software that works

From in-house engineering to independent consulting — a career built on solving real business problems.

Independent Consultant & Developer

Freelance / Self-Employed

Deliver end-to-end software solutions for SMBs, startups, and enterprise clients across multiple industries. Engagements range from greenfield web applications and REST API development to database architecture and IT consulting. Built and launched 4 proprietary SaaS products. Served 40+ clients, delivered 100+ projects.

  • C# / .NET
  • ASP.NET Core
  • Angular
  • SQL Server
  • AWS
  • AI-Assisted Dev
  • REST APIs

Senior Full Stack Developer

Ballast Lane

Senior full-stack developer in an 8-developer Agile team building enterprise web applications on C# and .NET. Designed RESTful APIs and backend services following clean architecture and SOLID principles, delivered full-stack features with a .NET backend and a modern JavaScript frontend, led code reviews and contributed to engineering standards. Worked with stakeholders to turn business requirements into scalable technical solutions.

  • C# / .NET
  • REST APIs
  • Clean Architecture
  • SOLID
  • JavaScript

Back End Engineer

Siblings Software

Joined as a back-end engineer in a staff augmentation model, embedded within client teams to deliver high-quality software solutions. Built and maintained systems using .NET Core, C#, and SQL Server across multiple client projects simultaneously.

  • C# / .NET Core
  • ASP.NET Core
  • SQL Server
  • REST APIs

Systems Development Lead

Hoteldo.com

Joined as Web Developer and Webmaster, later expanded into SEO consulting, and ultimately led the company’s systems development team. Grew from building and managing the web presence to architecting the backend platform that powers the tourism wholesale operation.

  • C# / .NET
  • SQL Server
  • Web Development
  • SEO
  • Systems Architecture
Selected Work

Projects I’m proud of

A selection of websites, backends, and products built for clients across industries.

Backend

Ruth Benzacar

Custom backend platform for one of Argentina’s most prestigious contemporary art galleries. Artwork inventory management, digital catalog creation, sales processing, and artist administration — built for a gallery with international reach.

Website

Latitud Hoteles

Hotel website with custom CMS integration. Full design, front-end development, and content management system build.

Conciliación de Tarjetas platform screenshot
Product

Conciliación de Tarjetas

Card reconciliation platform for businesses. Automates the matching and verification of credit and debit card transactions.

Website

Texsim

Business website with modern design, responsive layout, and a clean user experience built for the company’s online presence.

Horest Guide platform screenshot
Backend

Horest Guide

Hotel and restaurant directory platform. Backend system handling listings, search, filtering, and content management at scale.

Backend

HotelDo Tourism

Tourism wholesale platform connecting hotels and travel agencies. Complex pricing, availability, and booking backend system.

Mayorista Autopartes Deyro system screenshot
Backend

Mayorista Autopartes (Deyro)

Auto parts wholesale backend system. Inventory management, order processing, pricing engine, and client portal for a B2B wholesale operation.

Content Manager Latitud CMS screenshot
Backend

Content Manager (Latitud)

Custom CMS built specifically for the Latitud Hoteles group. Multi-property content management, media library, and publishing workflows.

Callcenter Control management system screenshot
Backend

Callcenter Control

Call management backend system. Agent assignment, call routing, real-time reporting, and performance dashboards for an internal call center operation.

What I Do

How I can help your business

From modernizing aging systems to building new ones, I cover the full spectrum of software development and consulting.

Legacy Modernization

Move aging .NET systems (WebForms, VB.NET, .NET Framework) to modern platforms step by step, minimizing downtime and risk.

How I modernize without a full rewrite →

Custom Web & API Development

Custom web applications and REST APIs built front to back, with clean, maintainable code and clear documentation.

Custom software, from scratch or from Excel →

Database Architecture & Performance

Schema design, query optimization and data migration for SQL Server, from slow queries to full redesigns.

Technical Consulting

Architecture reviews and practical advice to find bottlenecks and propose realistic solutions.

How I Work

A clear process, in small steps

Clear scope first

Every engagement starts with a clear plan and an estimate.

Incremental delivery

Small, shippable steps instead of big-bang rewrites.

AI-assisted development

I use AI tools throughout the process to read legacy code faster, generate tests and ship with fewer defects. I review every change.

Clear communication

Weekly updates, direct access to me, and async-friendly work across time zones.

Articles

Insights on software, tech & consulting

Practical thoughts on building software, working with clients, and staying ahead in tech.

FAQ

Common questions

Do you work in my time zone?

I’m based in Buenos Aires (UTC-3), which overlaps with US business hours, and I work async-friendly, so time zones are rarely a problem.

How do payments and contracts work?

Short engagements like the Audit are fixed price, paid 50% upfront and 50% on delivery. Larger projects are agreed in a simple contract with clear milestones.

Who owns the code?

You do. All work and deliverables belong to the client.

What happens to my code and data during the Audit?

I sign an NDA first, work with read-only access, and don’t keep a copy when the Audit ends.

Do I need to rewrite my whole system?

Almost never. Most legacy systems can be modernized in phases while they keep running.

Get In Touch

Let’s build something great together

Have a project in mind or an aging system to assess? Send me a message and I’ll get back to you within 24 hours, or book a free 30-min call.

Available for new projects
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WhatsApp

+54 11 6707 0964

Location

Buenos Aires, Argentina (Remote Worldwide)

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