October 1 - December 31, 2025
After over 10 years building in private and creating the framework for 36in36, I'm documenting the final push to complete Year 1's projects and launch the next phase—where YOU can contribute and earn equity across all 36 projects.
These projects are part of 36in36 — a collaborative effort where contributors earn equity across all 36 projects. These first 5 projects are nearing completion, with active development happening at our Buffalo maker space.
Empowering aging-in-place solution helping seniors stay safely in their own homes. Addresses medication management, safety monitoring, and well-being for elderly individuals maintaining independence.
Active DevelopmentCommunity-focused neighborhood security system addressing car theft and security breaches. Provides proactive measures giving homeowners peace of mind and law enforcement valuable insights.
Active DevelopmentIoT-based rodent detection system with wireless sensors, real-time monitoring, and data analytics. Three market segments: Home, Business (restaurants/food facilities), and Professional (pest control companies).
Active DevelopmentAI-powered QR code auction platform with instant image analysis. Automatically identifies item type, condition, and market value, streamlining auction creation with smart technology.
Active DevelopmentPersonalized alphabet learning app using a child's own family photos to teach ABCs. Developed by a veteran with 40 years of educational software experience (including McGraw Hill projects).
Active DevelopmentThe 6th Year 1 project is in stealth mode! It will be revealed during this 90-day journey. Or maybe you have an idea that becomes Project #6?
Coming SoonJump in now: Contribute to any current project (code, testing, feedback, marketing) or propose a new idea for Year 2 or 3. All contributors earn equity across the entire 36-project portfolio. Small contributions on existing projects welcome—every bit of help moves us forward and earns you a stake in everything we build.
36 projects over 36 months. Contributors earn equity across all projects, not just one. This democratizes startup participation and removes geographical and financial barriers.
Physical maker space in Buffalo, NY. Global, distributed participation model. Using lean startup methodologies with rapid customer feedback.
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I've spent over 10 years building and programming—comfortable in the maker space, uncomfortable with public visibility. This 90-day journey is about changing that.
The shift: From pure builder to someone who can share the work, build community, and invite others into the process. Building in public means documenting the journey transparently—wins, struggles, and everything in between.
The goal: Complete Year 1's projects, demonstrate the 36in36 model works, and build a community of contributors ready to help launch the next 30 projects.