Hi, I'm Matthieu Brousse.

I'm an Applied AI Developer & Product Builder based in the Netherlands. I create web and mobile applications with TypeScript, React, Next.js, React Native and Expo, with a focus on practical AI integrations.

My work includes connecting cloud and local models, building AI-powered interfaces, and turning emerging technology into thoughtful products through Canopy Studio, my indie studio for privacy-first apps.

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About

I'm an applied AI developer and product builder with hands-on experience across web, mobile, and AI-powered products. Through Canopy Studio, my indie studio, I build privacy-first applications such as Boske, Murmur, Savvo, and Little Bean — combining model integration, local-first architecture, and product design. I use AI-native development workflows to move quickly from idea to working software, while focusing on understanding data flow, validating implementation, and making deliberate product decisions.

Location: Netherlands
Age: 32
Nationality: French
Interests: Formula 1, High Tech, Traveling & Hiking
Study: University of Reims
Employment: Independent Developer & Freelance

Education

Applied AI & Fullstack Product Development

September 2022 - Present · Self-Directed

Hands-on specialization in LLM integration, RAG, agent workflows, local AI, and full-stack product development with TypeScript, React, Next.js, React Native, Expo, and Python.

Advanced Technical SEO & Marketing

2021 · Online

Acquired extensive knowledge in technical SEO, site speed optimization, keyword research, and search engine algorithms through SEMrush, Google, and Coursera certifications.

DUT Civil Engineering (Project Management)

June 2013 · University of Reims

Developed strong foundational engineering skills, including managing complex multi-stakeholder projects, analytical problem-solving, and working under tight constraints.

Experience

Independent Developer — Canopy Studio

June 2021 - Present · Independent / Canopy Studio

Through Canopy Studio, my indie studio for privacy-first apps, I build web and mobile products with practical AI integrations, while delivering full-stack solutions for clients.

Built Boske, a private AI workspace with local/cloud LLMs, RAG, speech, and agent workflows for privacy-sensitive teams.
Developed Savvo, an AI-powered pantry assistant with multi-provider LLM integration, OCR, and structured inventory management.
Shipped Little Bean and BearBell to the App Store using React Native and Expo.
Shipped Murmur, an open-source Whisper speech-to-text menu bar app for macOS, and integrated Python RAG services into product workflows.
Delivered client projects including ROGER Energy with React, Next.js, and Node.js.

Sales & Team Lead

December 2014 - June 2021 · Norauto - France

Managed product sales, inventory systems, and led a customer-facing team. Developed strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills in a fast-paced retail environment.