I’m Jean. I build things and write about what I learn.
I’m an entrepreneur based in Portugal, a dad of three, and these days I spend most of my time building with AI: agents, Claude Code, MCP servers, and the small tools that tie them together. This site is where I think out loud about that work, alongside investing, life in Barcelona, padel, and health. If you want the full backstory, the about page has it.
Not sure where to begin? Here’s a map of what I write about and the best place to start in each.
What I’m into right now: AI & Tech
Most of my current energy goes here. I build my own AI setup and write about the modern web from the perspective of someone who came up through WordPress.
- How to Run Claude Code While You Sleep
- Why I Built My Own AI Layer Instead of Installing OpenClaw
- AI Model Hosting in 2026: A Field Guide
- Why Every AI Agent Needs an RSS Hub
- The Modern Web Stack series, a guided tour for WordPress developers
Browse everything in AI and Tech, or see what I’m building on the projects page.
Investing
I’ve been investing and writing about it for years. New here? Start with my Beginner’s Guide to Investing, then go deeper into the areas I focus on:
- Stock Investing, on platforms like DEGIRO
- Crypto, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and exchanges like Coinbase and Binance
- P2P Lending, on platforms like Mintos, PeerBerry, and Swaper
- Real Estate, on platforms like Fintown and LANDE
Disclosure: some links are affiliate links. I only recommend platforms I’ve used myself.
Barcelona & Life
I spent years in Barcelona and I’m now putting down roots in Portugal. A lot of what I write comes out of building a life abroad. This is the personal side of the site:
- Barcelona & expat life, the city, moving abroad, and making it work
- Padel, a sport I play seriously and write about a lot
- Health & fitness, training, nutrition, and staying sharp
- Family and essays, raising kids abroad and broader reflections
Join The Good Life Collective
If this resonates, The Good Life Collective is a community I started for people working on the same thing: building a good, balanced life. It’s a place to share your journey, swap ideas, and connect with like-minded people.
Work With Me
I offer AI consultancy for businesses looking to put AI to work in their operations and workflows. If that’s something your company is exploring, I’d be glad to talk.
