Resume — Kyle R. Augustine

Professional Summary

Full-stack software engineer and systems architect with deep expertise spanning compiler construction, bare-metal OS development, cloud infrastructure, and modern developer tooling. Creator of the Lateralus programming language — a complete ecosystem including compiler, virtual machine, type system, standard library, VS Code extension, and a bare-metal operating system. Proven ability to design, build, and ship complex systems end-to-end. Passionate about clean architecture, developer experience, and building in public.

Technical Skills

Languages

Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, C, C++, x86 Assembly, Bash/Shell, SQL, HTML/CSS

Frameworks

Node.js, React, Express, Flask, pytest, Webpack

Cloud & DevOps

AWS, Azure, GitHub Actions, Docker, CI/CD Pipelines, Linux Administration, PyPI, npm

Systems

Compiler Design, VM Architecture, OS/Kernel Development, Language Design, Networking (TCP/IP, UDP, DHCP, ARP)

Security

Cryptography (SHA, AES, HMAC), Penetration Testing, Risk Assessment, SIEM, Vulnerability Analysis

Tools

VS Code, Git, GitHub, Docker, GDB/LLDB, Wireshark, Make/CMake, Figma, PostgreSQL, Jira

Certifications

CompTIA Security+ (Active)

CompTIA Network+ (Active)

CompTIA A+ (Active)

AWS Cloud Practitioner

Microsoft AZ-900: Azure Fundamentals

Cisco CCNA

Linux Essentials (LPI)

ITIL 4 Foundation

Professional Experience

Founder & Lead Engineer

2024 — Present

bad-antics · Open Source

Designed and implemented the Lateralus programming language — compiler, VM, type inference engine, and 59-module standard library — from scratch in Python
Built a bare-metal x86_64 operating system with GUI desktop, network stack (IPv4/ARP/UDP/ICMP/DHCP), filesystem, and cooperative scheduler
Published a VS Code extension to the marketplace with TextMate grammar, 180+ snippets, and full language support
Created and maintained 26+ open-source repositories with 2,400+ source files and 1,976 passing tests
Developed CI/CD pipelines, GitHub Actions, and automated tooling across the entire ecosystem
Built an interactive web playground, landing page, 8-chapter tutorial, and developer documentation

Founder & Owner

2024 — Present

m3rlin LLC · Las Vegas, NV

Founded and operate a technology services company providing custom web design, mobile app development, PC repair, and automotive diagnostics
Deliver full-spectrum vehicle diagnostics and repair including hybrid/EV systems, CNG/diesel, ECU module programming, and custom EFI tuning
Design and develop custom websites and mobile applications for small business clients
Perform automotive electrical diagnostics, wire harness repair, and factory software updates across all makes and models
Provide mobile diagnostic services — on-site at customer locations for convenience and rapid turnaround

Key Projects

Lateralus Programming Language

Complete language with pipeline operators, algebraic data types, Hindley-Milner type inference, pattern matching (8 types), async/await, and transpilers targeting Python 3 and C99. Published on PyPI (v3.0.1) with zero external dependencies.

Python · Compiler · VM · Type System · PyPI

LateralusOS

Bare-metal operating system — Multiboot2 boot, x86_64 kernel, double-buffered GUI desktop, 55+ terminal commands, RAM filesystem, /proc & /dev virtual filesystems, full IPv4/ARP/UDP/ICMP/DHCP network stack, PC speaker audio, cooperative scheduler.

C · x86 Assembly · Bare Metal · Multiboot2 · Networking

VS Code Extension — Lateralus Language Support

Published marketplace extension providing syntax highlighting, 180+ code snippets, TextMate grammar, bracket matching, and full language configuration for .ltl and .ltasm.

TypeScript · TextMate · VS Code API · CI/CD

m3rlin LLC

Technology services company: custom web design, mobile apps, PC repair, and automotive diagnostics (hybrid/EV, diesel, CNG, ECU programming, EFI tuning). Built and manage the business website, client projects, and all technical operations.

Web Design · Mobile Apps · Automotive Tech · Business Operations

Developer Ecosystem & Tooling

Built a GitHub Action for CI, a project template repo, an 8-chapter tutorial with exercises, a 14-example showcase, an interactive web playground, and a full documentation site.

GitHub Actions · HTML/CSS/JS · Documentation · DX

Education

B.S. Information Technology — Self-Taught & Accredited

Western Governors University · Online