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Krishna Ojha Leon · Dev
R&D · Proof-of-concept

Research & development for ideas that are not built yet

When the real question is “can this even work?”, writing the full product is the most expensive way to find out. I run focused research sprints that answer the hard technical question first.

You get working code, measured results and a plain-language report of what works, what does not and what a full build would take.

Prototype of an R&D experiment tracker comparing model training runs
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What my R&D and prototyping service includes

Feasibility studies

Options compared on cost, risk and effort, backed by small experiments instead of opinions.

Proof-of-concept

The riskiest part of the idea built and demonstrated end to end.

MVP builds

A lean first version real users can try, structured so it can grow without a rewrite.

Reverse engineering & interoperability

Protocol, file-format and binary analysis to integrate with closed systems you own or are licensed to use.

Performance research

Profiling, benchmarking and redesign when a product hits a speed or scaling wall.

Technical reports

Clear write-ups for founders, investors and grant applications.

Who it’s for

  • →Startups validating a technical idea before raising money
  • →Companies integrating with a legacy system they cannot change
  • →Hardware and IoT teams that need software prototypes
  • →Research grants that require a working demo
  • →Teams evaluating AI before buying a vendor tool
  • →Products that have hit a performance wall

Technology

PythonC / C++RustGoNode.jsJupyterDockerPyTorchGhidraWiresharkProfilers & benchmarks

How your R&D and prototyping project runs

  1. 01

    Frame the question

    Agree exactly what must be proven and how success will be measured.

  2. 02

    Spike approaches

    Try two or three approaches quickly instead of betting on one.

  3. 03

    Measure

    Benchmarks and test data decide, not assumptions.

  4. 04

    Report & recommend

    A go / no-go recommendation with an estimate for the next stage.

R&D & Prototyping — frequently asked questions

What do I get at the end of an R&D sprint?+

Working prototype code, the data and benchmarks behind each decision, and a written report with a clear recommendation and an estimate for the next stage.

What if the idea turns out not to be feasible?+

That is a valid and valuable result — you learn it early and cheaply, with evidence, instead of after a full build.

Do you sign NDAs for confidential research?+

Yes. NDAs and IP assignment are agreed in writing before work starts.

Is reverse engineering legal?+

I only do it for interoperability, security research or systems you own or are licensed to use, within applicable law.

Planning your R&D and prototyping project?

Send a short message on WhatsApp — a rough idea is enough. You will get questions, a plan and a quote.