It's All a Facade
Your app displays data beautifully, but it's all fake. Nothing actually saves when users enter information.
For Vibe Coders Who Hit a Wall
Your AI App Looks Great,
But Does Not Work?
You used Lovable, Cursor, or Bolt to build your app. The UI is perfect. But nothing actually works—payments fail, data doesn't save, and bugs are everywhere. Let me fix that.
Sounds Familiar?
AI coding tools are amazing at creating beautiful interfaces. But they often build facades—apps that look functional but aren't.
Payments Don't Work
The checkout flow looks complete, but no actual transactions happen. Users can't pay, you can't get paid.
Login is Broken
Login seems to work, but the app doesn't actually remember users. Anyone can access anything.
Nothing Connects
The app tries to talk to services that don't exist or return fake data. Real connections were never built.
Emails Never Send
Confirmation emails, password resets, notifications—all fake. No email service was ever connected.
Errors Everywhere
Works on your machine, crashes for everyone else. Breaks in unexpected ways when real users try it.
The App Looks Perfect. So Why Doesn't It Work?
You've shown it to friends, they're impressed. But when real users try it...
What You See
- Beautiful UI that looks professional
- Forms that accept your input
- Buttons that respond when clicked
- Data displayed perfectly in tables
- Payment flow that looks complete
What's Actually Happening
- Data is fake or placeholder
- Nothing actually saves
- Connections go nowhere
- Login doesn't remember you
- Payments never process
AI tools like Lovable, Cursor, and Bolt are incredible for prototyping. But they often create convincing facades—apps that demo well but can't handle real users.
How I Can Help
I turn your AI prototype into a working product.
App Review
I'll analyze your AI-built app and identify what's real vs. what's fake or broken.
Make It Actually Work
Build the real functionality your app is missing—data that saves, services that connect, features that work.
Payment Setup
Properly connect Stripe, PayPal, or other payment processors so you can actually get paid.
Login Fix
Make user accounts actually work—real sign-ups, logins that remember users, and proper security.
Bug Fixing
Track down and fix the bugs that AI tools created but couldn't solve.
Launch Ready
Get your app ready for real users—stable, reliable, and ready to handle actual traffic.
Hi, I'm Valentino
Senior Full-Stack Developer with 10+ years helping companies build and fix web and mobile applications.
I've worked with startups and enterprises across the US, EU, and UAE—from the European Space Agency to e-commerce platforms shipping worldwide.
My stack: React, Next.js, Node.js, TypeScript, React Native. I know exactly where AI tools cut corners because I've built the real thing hundreds of times.
Recent Experience
BookRetreats USA (Remote)
Senior Next.js Developer DesertCart UAE (Remote)
Senior React Developer TeamKeys Italy (Remote)
Lead React Native Developer Secret Source UK (Remote)
Lead React Developer Ciao Netherlands (Remote)
Full Stack Developer European Space Agency Belgium (Remote)
Full Stack Developer Frequently Asked Questions
Why does my Lovable/Cursor app look like it works but doesn't?
AI coding tools prioritize visual output. They're excellent at creating screens that demonstrate functionality. But to save time and complexity, they often use fake data, skip the real logic, and simulate interactions. The result looks convincing but falls apart when real users try to use it.
Can you fix my app without rebuilding it?
Usually, yes. I audit what AI built, identify what's real vs. fake, and implement the missing pieces. Most apps need the "behind the scenes" work done, not a full rebuild. I preserve what works and fix what doesn't.
What tools do you work with?
I fix apps built with Lovable, Cursor, Bolt, v0, Replit Agent, and similar AI coding tools. On the tech side, I specialize in React, Next.js, Node.js, TypeScript, and React Native—the same stack these AI tools generate.
How do we get started?
Connect with me on LinkedIn and send a message describing your app and what's not working. I'll review your situation and we can discuss next steps. No commitment required for an initial conversation.
Do you work with non-technical founders?
Absolutely—that's my specialty. I'll explain what's wrong in plain English, not jargon. You don't need to understand code to work with me. I'll handle the technical side while keeping you informed of progress.
Where are you based?
I'm primarily based between the EU and Southeast Asia, but I've been servicing clients worldwide—from the US all the way to the UAE.
Ready to Make Your App Actually Work?
Stop fighting with AI-generated bugs. Let's turn your prototype into a real product.
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