Luigi Bardella Gerbi

Luigi Bardella Gerbi

About

Since writing my first line of code at 12, I've been hooked on the sheer thrill of building something from nothing. What started as simple curiosity quickly evolved into an obsession with turning ideas into reality.

Work Experience

2025 - Present

Software Engineer · Solomei AI, Brunello Cucinelli

Redefining web experiences by replacing traditional 'pages' and 'menus' with real-time content composition and organization, adapting seamlessly to user navigation.
TypeScriptNext.jsPythonLLMAI
2024 - 2024

Software Engineer · Quince

During my Master's program at the University of Genoa and Georgetown University, I founded and developed Quince.party, a platform designed to help Latino families plan their dream quinceañera. I managed all operations, securing two paying customers and generating $65,000 in potential leads within just 10 days of launch.
TypeScriptNext.jsPandasGoogle Cloud
2022 - 2023

Software Engineer · Logyq Protocol

Delivered multiple products and core features. As the first tech hire at Logyq Protocol, I played a pivotal role in shaping the technology stack and guided the development of various projects. This included crafting a Web App, a Mobile App, a Discord bot, and a Shopify App to seamlessly integrate on-chain reviews directly onto product pages.
BlockchainWeb3Next.jsTypeScriptFlutterLiquidNode.jsShopify APIDiscord APIPythonWagmi.jsGoogle CloudCardano Node
2019 - 2021

Web Developer · Freelancer

I helped dozens of SMEs digitalize their business and establish their online presence by building funnels and ecommerce stores.
ShopifyLiquidGoogle Tag ManagerWordpressGoogle AnalyticsFacebook PixelGoogle AdsFacebook AdsPhotoshopPHP
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Projects

Online Course Platform Screenshot
Online Course Platform
Students can browse, filter, and purchase courses, track progress, and mark chapters as completed, while teachers have the ability to create and manage courses with ease, including features like chapter reordering via drag-and-drop and rich content creation.
ShadcnTailwindNext.jsTypeScriptReactMySQLPrismaClerkStripe
Slack Clone Screenshot
Slack Clone
An end-to-end fullstack, real-time Slack clone with workspaces, channels, 1:1 conversations, threads, reactions, and member roles. This project is built with modern web technologies and provides a fully functional communication platform.
ConvexNextAuthTypeScriptNext.jsTailwindShadcn
This Portfolio Screenshot
This Portfolio
This is a modern and responsive portfolio website designed to showcase projects, skills, and experiences in a clean, user-friendly layout.
TailwindNext.jsTypeScriptReact
E-commerce Screenshot
E-commerce
This project, created for a technical interview, is a foundational e-commerce system using Prisma, MySQL, and Next.js. It features product browsing, filtering, image upload, compression, category and attributes management.
ShadcnTailwindNext.jsTypeScriptReactMySQLPrismaMotion
KNN Screenshot
KNN
In this project, I implemented the K-Nearest Neighbors (KNN) algorithm from scratch using Python. Then, trained the model on a dataset containing Pokémon statistics to predict whether a Pokémon is legendary or not based on its attributes.
KNNMachine LearningPythonScikit-learn
Decentralized Marketplace (for Logyq Protocol) Screenshot
Decentralized Marketplace (for Logyq Protocol)
A blockchain-powered decentralized marketplace, developed by me for Logyq Protocol in 10 days for the Venom Foundation hackathon, allows users to list, buy, sell, and make offers securely via smart contracts on the Venom blockchain. It's functional but not polished due to the tight timeline.
T-SolidityChaiNext.jsTypescript
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Certifications

These certifications demonstrate my commitment to continuous learning and professional development in key areas of technology and finance.

  • AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (CLF-C02)
  • Bocconi University Private Equity and Venture Capital
  • Bloomberg Market Concepts

Genoa Entrepreneurship School

This groundbreaking collaboration between the University of Genoa and Georgetown University in Washington, DC, allowed me to dive into full-time startup development while still pursuing my education.

Out of a global pool of applicants, only 12 students were selected, making this opportunity even more special. Throughout the program, I had the chance to tap into extensive networks across both the US and EU. The classes were enriched by personalized 1:1 sessions and workshops led by some truly distinguished mentors, including Douglas Leone. I also had the opportunity to learn from industry giants, with insights from experts at Tesla, Meta, and Google.

One of the most exciting aspects was the chance to pitch my startup in front of over 100 investors, all while working towards my Master’s degree. This unique combination of hands-on experience and academic learning has been invaluable, providing me with the skills and connections to truly accelerate my entrepreneurial journey.

Silicon Valley

Silicon Valley

In the summer of 2023, I was selected for both the Silicon Valley Study Tour and the Silicon Valley Fellowship. During this one-month bootcamp, I gained exclusive access to top-tier tech companies and an immersive look into the Silicon Valley startup ecosystem.

Out of over 700 applicants, being chosen was an exciting achievement. I was mentored by more than 20 researchers, tech managers, and venture capital executives. We visited some of the most iconic companies and universities in the Bay Area—Google, Meta, Tesla, Apple, Stanford, Berkeley, Pinterest, Cisco, PayPal, and Synopsys.

Silicon Valley

Building cool stuff fast

I've always had a passion for hackathons—they're a perfect blend of creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration. Over the years, I've participated in several exciting hackathons, including Talent Garden x VarGroup (1st prize), Encode x Algorand (2nd prize) and MasterZ (2nd prize).

Each event has been an exhilarating challenge that pushes me to think on my feet and solve problems under pressure. Whether it's developing a new app in just 48 hours or collaborating with a diverse team of thinkers, these experiences are where I truly get to embrace my love for building and creating.

The fast-paced environment and the chance to tackle real-world problems head-on keep me coming back for more.

Awards