They say you have to choose a side: Design or Engineering. I’ve spent the last 13 years proving that’s a false dichotomy.
Hi, I'm Guilherme Lorenz, but you can call me @theminimalcreator. I’ve just rebranded my digital presence to reflect exactly what I do: building robust, minimal, and high-impact digital products.
My Journey in a Nutshell 🛠️
I didn't start with code. For 7 years, I was a Product Designer. I learned the hard way that if the user doesn't understand it, it's broken. But I also realized that if the backend is slow or unreliable, the most beautiful UI in the world can't save the experience.
So, I went deep into Engineering. For the past 6 years, I’ve been architecting systems using the robustness of C# and .NET—because when things are critical, strong typing and solid structure beat the "hype of the week" every time.
What I’m Fighting Against (The "Common Enemy") 🚩
- Showcase Complexity: I’m the guy who will advocate for a well-made Modular Monolith over 20 microservices that just add latency, cost, and overhead.
- "Prompt" Developers: AI is a powerful tool, not a replacement for logic. I teach AI at EBAC, but I always tell my students: Understanding SOLID and Debugging is what pays the bills when the AI fails at 3 AM.
- Tech vs. Design Silos: Devs should care about UX. Designers should understand technical feasibility. I live in the bridge between these two worlds.
What You Can Expect From Me Here ✍️
I’m here to share "In the real world" insights. No empty buzzwords like "disruptive" or "synergy." Expect articles about:
- Pragmatic .NET Architecture: Keeping things robust but simple.
- AI Implementation: Building RAGs and agents that actually work in production environments.
- The UX of Backend: Why performance and latency are core design features.
- Klotar Studio Backstage: Real-world problems we solve every day for our clients.
Let’s Connect!
I’m always down for a deep talk about architecture, minimalist engineering, or why C# is still the king of corporate backends.
- Currently: Founder @ Klotar Studio & AI Tutor @ EBAC.
- Hacking on: Refining LLM latency for enterprise-grade agents.
Drop a comment below: Are you a specialist or a generalist? Let's debate!
Top comments (1)
The fusion of design and engineering truly unlocks potential. Your point on embracing a Modular Monolith resonates–it's about finding the right balance for robustness and simplicity. When performance is critical, maintaining a clean architecture is vital. Excited to see your insights on practical .NET applications! 💡