What exactly does Ground Zero LLC do?

Digital media. That means code, content, or both. I build web applications, produce technical journalism and newsletters, architect security systems, consult on strategy — or whatever else fits under the digital media umbrella. If it lives on a screen, I can build it.

What does 'digital media' mean here?

Code: full-stack applications, APIs, security architecture, systems that need to survive real-world pressure. Content: technical journalism, newsletters, case studies, copy that actually says something. Custom: strategy, consulting, audits — or something I haven't named. You tell me what you need.

Where are you based? Can you work with international clients?

Based in Cairo, Egypt — and I work with clients globally, particularly in the GCC, Europe, and North America. Time zone differences are managed through async-first communication and structured delivery with clear checkpoints at every stage.

What's your pricing model?

Every project is scoped individually. I send a clear fixed-price proposal within 48 hours of your brief — no surprises, no hidden fees. Code, content, or custom: you'll know exactly what you're paying before any work begins.

How long does a typical project take?

I send a clear proposal within 48 hours of your brief. Average delivery is 7–14 days for a standard project, and 6–12 weeks for larger applications with compliance requirements.

Do you work with startups or only established companies?

Both. I work with early-stage startups that need to move fast without cutting corners, and established enterprises that need specialized expertise or capacity. The delivery approach adapts to whatever scale makes sense for your situation.

Can I contact you via WhatsApp?

Yes — WhatsApp is the fastest way to reach me, especially if you're in the MENA region. Send a message to +201111936716 and I'll respond within 24 hours. You can also email hello@groundzero.llc or use the contact form on this site.

What do I need to get started?

Just a 10-minute brief describing what you need, your goals, and your timeline. That's enough for me to respond with a clear proposal and pricing — no commitment required. If it's a good fit, we move forward. If not, I'll point you in the right direction.

Code, content, or custom — how do I decide?

If you need a web application, API, or security architecture, that's Code. If you need journalism, newsletters, or media production, that's Content. If you're not sure — or if what you need doesn't fit neatly into either — that's Custom. We'll figure it out together.

Ground Zero LLC — Where security meets intelligence

I build secure web applications, produce technical content, and advise on security architecture.

One founder in Cairo. Clients everywhere.

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12+ projects · 8sectors · Fixed-price proposals

Services

Code, content, and consulting — all built to the same security-first standard.

Sprint

1–4 weeks

Fast, focused, fixed-scope

Build

1–3 months

Production-grade, full scope

Partner

ongoing

Retainer, consulting, support

Code

What I build for you

Full-stack applications, APIs, and security architecture. Your product, hardened from day one.

Security-First Web Development

Build

Full-stack applications with authentication, payments, and security hardening built in from day one — not bolted on after the fact.

1–3 months

Rapid Prototype & MVP

Sprint

From idea to working prototype in under a month. Landing pages, proof-of-concept apps, and minimum viable products with production-quality backend.

2–4 weeks

SME Security Audit

Sprint

7–10 page security assessment: infrastructure review, email security, SSL/TLS, exposed secrets, subdomain takeover, and 3rd-party risk — with prioritized fix plan.

1–2 weeks

Content

What I write for you

Technical journalism, newsletters, and media production. Signal over noise.

Technical Journalism & Content

Sprint

Technical articles, newsletters, investigative analysis, and thought leadership pieces. Security journalism, developer content, and media production.

1–3 weeks

Custom Digital Products

Build

E-books, white papers, technical guides, and research reports. From outline to production-ready PDF with full brand identity.

2–6 weeks

Consulting

How I advise you

Architecture reviews, security audits, strategy. The clarity you need before big decisions.

AI Agent Consulting

Build

Custom AI agent ecosystems, workflow automation, and LLM integration for enterprises. From strategy through implementation and deployment.

1–3 months

Security Architecture Review

Partner

Architecture review, threat modeling, HIPAA compliance audits, technical due diligence for investors and M&A, and penetration testing coordination.

ongoing

Digital Media Strategy

Partner

Content strategy, newsletter operations, media pipeline design, and editorial intelligence systems for media operators and startups.

ongoing

The Difference

Two approaches to building. One of them actually lasts. Fast isn’t hard anymore. Fast and right, that’s the part everyone gets wrong.

Instead ofVibe Coder

Prompt, ship, disappear. No one checks what the AI wrote. Demo looks great — production falls apart.

✓

We deliverSecurity-First Engineer

AI speeds us up. Human review locks it down. Every line reviewed, every endpoint hardened. Encryption, RBAC, and audit logs are features, not retrofits.

Instead ofFreelancer Who Ghosts

Answers fast during the sale. Radio silence after the deposit. You chase for status updates.

✓

We deliverPartner Who Shows Up

Same person from brief to launch to post-launch. You get status updates without asking. I own the outcome — your project succeeds or I haven't finished.

Instead ofTemplate Mill

Same site, different logo. Zero thought about your actual users, your data model, or your security posture.

✓

We deliverBuilt for Your Actual Use Case

Authentication flows, data models, compliance requirements — scoped to what you're actually building, not a cookie-cutter template. Your users aren't generic. Neither is your product.

Instead ofSecurity? Later.

No encryption until the compliance audit. No auth until the first breach. Security is an afterthought, not architecture.

✓

We deliverSecurity from Commit One

HSTS, CSP, RBAC, encryption at rest — configured before the first deploy. Security is the foundation, not a line item. A breach costs more than a proper setup.

Instead ofPart-Time Commitment

One person, too many clients. Your launch date is competing with everyone else's. Something slips.

✓

We deliverFull-Time Focus

One founder, limited clients, zero overcommitment. Your project gets my full attention from start to delivery. I'd rather underpromise and overdeliver than overbook and disappear.

From MVPs to compliance-heavy platforms — same standard.

12+ projects delivered across 8 sectors — 14-day avg delivery

Industries Served

FintechHealthcareSaaSE-CommerceMediaEducationEnterpriseLogistics

Not Sure Where to Start?

Two questions. One recommendation. No commitment.

Tell me what you’re looking for and your timeline. I’ll point you to the right service — no pitch, no pressure.

How It Works

From brief to launch — no ambiguity, no surprises.

Brief

10 minutes

Fill in a short brief — your goals, your audience, what you need. That's it.

Proposal

48 hours

I review and send a clear proposal with scope, timeline, and pricing. No commitment until you say go.

Launch

7–14 days

We build, verify, and ship with full documentation and post-launch support.

About

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I've spent the last decade across three disciplines most people only pick one of: building secure software, writing about technology, and running digital media operations. I've built HIPAA-compliant platforms, published investigative analysis, built OSINT toolkits, produced a daily newsletter, and written a book on security-first development — all as a single-person operation. That combination — engineer, journalist, operator — means I handle the full stack end to end. No handoffs, no dropped context, no quality gaps.

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Tell me what you need. I’ll respond within 24 hours with a clear scope, timeline, and fixed price.

Fastest via WhatsApp

Preferred channel in MENA — I respond within a few hours.

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Contact Info

+201111936716

hello@groundzero.llc

Location

Cairo, Egypt

Response Time

Proposal in 48h · Response within 24h