René Sauvé

Hi, I'm René Sauvé

I build apps and websites — from MVPs to full-scale platforms. I collaborate with the talented team at Flipt Digital for design and turn visions into fast, functional code. Next.js, React, WordPress, and whatever else gets the job done.

Available for new opportunities
Port Alberni, BC
10+
Years Experience
50+
Projects Delivered
Full-Stack
React, Next.js, Node, WordPress

Featured Projects

Real work for real clients. I handle the development — the design credit goes to the talented folks I collaborate with (especially Flipt Digital).

All Projects

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itstru.ai
itstru.ai
AI-powered MVP builder with expert human review
AINext.jsSaaS+3
Live
Selected
Real Cedar
Real Cedar
Global multilingual platform for Western Red Cedar Lumber Association
Next.jsMultilingualMulti-Region+3
Live
Flipt Digital
Flipt Digital
Web design agency — the talented folks who design most of my projects
Next.jsAgency WebsiteWordPress+2
Live
NextWP
NextWP
Open-source library for Headless WordPress with Next.js
Next.jsWordPressOpen Source+3
Live
Trades Training BC
Trades Training BC
Platform for students to explore trade programs
EducationalCustom FilteringSearch+2
Live
d'Latibule Wellness
d'Latibule Wellness
Integrative bodywork & energy healing practice in Vancouver
Next.jsWellnessBooking Integration+2
Live
All For Web For All
All For Web For All
Web accessibility education platform for WCAG 2.1
AccessibilityWCAG 2.1Education+2
Live
Chrysalis Society
Chrysalis Society
Canadian charity supporting women's recovery since 1988
Non-ProfitCharityWordPress+2
Live
Fossli Carpentry
Fossli Carpentry
High-end construction & carpentry in Port Alberni
Local BusinessPortfolioNext.js+2
Live
Anisoft Group
Anisoft Group
Enterprise IT infrastructure solutions provider
Corporate WebsiteEnterpriseNext.js+2
Live
Priva Interactive Tour
Priva Interactive Tour
Virtual greenhouse tour (currently offline)
InteractiveVirtual Tour3D Visualization+2
Offline
Fitness Town
Fitness Town
E-commerce for exercise equipment (RIP)
Gatsby.jsWordPressShopify+2
Offline
itstru.ai
itstru.ai
AI-powered MVP builder with expert human review
Co-Founder & Developer

About This Project

Co-founded this platform that bridges the gap between having an idea and building a validated business. We combine AI-generated code and market research with expert human review — so clients get a working MVP, not generic templates or hallucinated features. The whole pipeline goes from one-on-one consultation through AI generation to expert review before delivery.

Key Features

AI-powered market research & competitor analysis
Working MVP generation with full source code
Expert human review of all deliverables
One-on-one consultation workflow
Business strategy documentation (SWOT, go-to-market)
Complete IP ownership for clients

Technologies Used

AINext.jsSaaSMVP DevelopmentBusiness StrategyFull-Stack

Professional Journey

Over a decade of web development experience, working with innovative companies and building solutions that make a difference.

Current

Full Stack Developer

Jambaree
Vancouver, BC · Remote
Nov 2023 - Present
2+ years

Working with a great team on complex projects — lots of React, Next.js, and WordPress. I handle a mix of frontend and backend work, and I've taken the lead on several client projects. It's been a solid gig with good people.

Technologies & Skills

ReactNext.jsWordPressTypeScriptNode.jsClient Relations

Frontend Developer

Bare Advertising & Communications
Vancouver, BC · Remote
Nov 2021 - Nov 2023
2 years

Built websites with React and Gatsby, turning Figma designs into reusable components. Managed WordPress sites and got really comfortable with Tailwind CSS here. Good team, learned a lot.

Technologies & Skills

ReactGatsbyWordPressTailwind CSSJavaScriptFigma

Freelance Web Developer

Self-Employed
Port Alberni, BC · Remote
May 2013 - July 2021
8+ years

Ran my own thing for a long time — building sites, handling SEO, managing hosting on my own servers. Worked with all kinds of clients and learned to wear every hat. This is where I really cut my teeth.

Technologies & Skills

Web DevelopmentSEOServer ManagementClient ManagementWordPressLinux

Web Development Bootcamp

Lighthouse Labs
Vancouver, BC
2014
12 weeks

Intensive bootcamp that gave me a solid foundation in full-stack development. JavaScript, Ruby on Rails, databases — the whole deal. It was a grind but totally worth it.

Technologies & Skills

JavaScriptRuby on RailsHTML/CSSPostgreSQLGitAgile
Side Service

WordPress Hosting

Need a simple, reliable home for your WordPress site? I run my own servers and offer bare-bones hosting for clients who just need the essentials done right.

Automatic backups every other day
I'll handle updates & maintenance
Development work available
Design partnerships with Flipt Digital
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Let's Work Together

Ready to bring your vision to life? I'm currently available for new projects and collaborations. Let's create something amazing together.

Whether you have a project in mind, need consultation, or just want to say hello — let's connect.

Available for Work

Currently accepting new projects and opportunities.