Hi, I'm Louie Bacaj.
I am a Software Engineer and Engineering Leader who turned Entrepreneur.
I used to manage many engineering teams. I invest in and operate a few rental properties.
I write. And I teach others to get started with newsletters through the Small Bets Community. And I still love building software and apps.
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