Taking on new builds/Portland, OR

Developing AI powered apps to help you grow.

An independent studio. I build AI tools and custom software that run your business faster - without the enterprise price tag or agency overhead.

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Based in
Pacific Northwest
Shipping since
Shipping since 2014
Team size
Solo, start to finish

01The Work

Products I build, ship, and support.

Four live products, each with its own home. Every one built, tested, and supported by the same person - take a look. Yours could be next.

Prefer the short version? Every product links out to its own site.

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02Custom Builds

Custom solutions, built for you.

Need something I haven't built yet? Here's what I can do - with real starting numbers, quoted firmly before any work begins.

  • 01

    Custom Versions of My Apps

    My software, your twist.

    Looking for custom versions of my software? I can adapt any of my existing products to your needs, build custom features, white-label, or offer private deployment.

    Starting at ~$500

    Get a Quote
  • 02

    Personalized Tools

    You describe it, I build it.

    Custom scrapers, web apps, browser automations, extensions, AI integrations. If it involves repetitive work, I'll build a tool that saves you hours every week. Project-based pricing, with a free consultation.

    Starting at ~$500

    Get a Quote
  • 03

    Private Consultations

    Plan your automation strategy.

    Get a free 1-on-1 call to review your stack, spot automation opportunities, and find out what's worth building before you spend a dime.

    Free 30-min call

    Book a Call

→Not sure which one fits? The first call is free, and I'll tell you honestly if a build isn't worth it.

03How It Works

From idea to build, no friction.

Four steps, one person, and a quote before anything gets built.

  1. 01

    Tell Me Your Idea

    Describe the problem.

    Reach out with what you're trying to solve - an idea, a messy workflow, or something you've been doing by hand. It doesn't need to be polished.

  2. 02

    Get a Clear Quote

    Simple proposal.

    I'll ask a few clarifying questions and put together a simple proposal with scope, timeline, and cost. A firm number before any work begins - no surprise bills.

  3. 03

    Build & Deliver

    I do the building.

    Once we agree on the scope, I build your software. You get progress updates along the way. When it's ready, I deliver it with setup instructions and documentation.

  4. 04

    Support After Launch

    I'm here after you ship.

    Every build includes a support window for fixes and adjustments after delivery. Just email me directly - no ticket system, no account managers.

Tarlow, founder of Moss AI Studio

Tarlow

Founder

Portland, OR

04About me

Solo developer. 12+ years shipping software & solving problems.

I've been building and selling software since 2014 - from affiliate sites and WordPress setups to full-blown Windows automation tools under BoosterBots. Thousands of customers, every single one supported by me.

After BoosterBots, I stepped away. Sold the domain, closed that chapter, and spent time on inner work while not sure if or when I'd come back to building.

Then AI sparked my interest. For years I'd been watching the ideas to catch up with the tech. Now the tech is here, and the ideas are ready to be built. So, I started building again, and I haven't stopped since.

Moss AI Studio is what came out of that. I build AI-powered tools and automated software that solve real problems. Like, detecting AI listings on Etsy, crawling the web for keyword research, or bots that send notifications about earthquakes. It's my passion to build custom automations and applications for businesses or people that need to eliminate friction in their workflows.

When you buy a product or hire me for a custom build, you're dealing with me from start to finish.

I build it, I test it, I ship it, and I answer your emails. No account managers. No outsourced support. No surprises.

  • Since 2014Building & selling software
  • ThousandsOf customers supported
  • OnePerson, start to finish

05From the Blog

Notes from the workbench.

What I'm building, what broke, and what I learned fixing it.

Moss Toolbox Is New and Still Growing - Here's What It Is

Moss Toolbox Is New and Still Growing - Here's What It Is

Moss Toolbox is my one place for AI-powered tools - nine of them, one credit balance, and new tools landing all the time.

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IndieGameScout Is Live - Track Any itch.io Game's Stats on Your Own Computer

IndieGameScout Is Live - Track Any itch.io Game's Stats on Your Own Computer

IndieGameScout is live on itch.io - a one-time $12 desktop app that tracks any game's rating, price, and jam results, plus views, downloads, and earnings.

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Why I Built CopySprout - Etsy Listing Writing Without the Guesswork

Why I Built CopySprout - Etsy Listing Writing Without the Guesswork

Etsy listings follow hard rules most sellers never learn. CopySprout bakes those rules into 16 writing tools so your listings get found.

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07FAQ

Common questions.

What people usually ask, answered straight. Still stuck? Ask me directly - the first call is free.

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  • First, you tell me what you need via email or a consultation call. I'll ask clarifying questions, then put together a proposal with scope, timeline, and cost. Once we agree, I build it and deliver it to you. You get a support window after delivery for fixes and adjustments.

  • Every project is different, but here are rough ranges: customizing one of my existing products typically starts around $500. A new bespoke automation or scraper usually falls between $500 and $1,500 depending on complexity. I'll give you a firm quote before any work begins - no surprise bills.

  • Every custom build includes a support window (typically 30 days) for bug fixes and minor adjustments. Larger changes or new features after that window are scoped and quoted separately. I want you to be happy with what you get, so I'm reasonable about this.

  • For custom builds: the deposit is non-refundable once work begins, but I stand behind my work. If the delivered product doesn't match the agreed spec after a good-faith effort to fix it, we work out a fair resolution.

  • Yes. If your project involves sensitive business data or proprietary ideas, I'm happy to sign an NDA before our first detailed conversation. Just mention it when you reach out.

  • Each product has its own home: CopySprout lives at copysprout.app, Handmade Checker lives at handmadechecker.com, and IndieGameScout lives on itch.io. You'll find pricing, trials, and support on each product's site. This site is where I show the work and take on custom builds.

  • Yes. All products receive free updates for as long as they are actively maintained. Chrome extensions update through the Chrome Web Store, and web apps ship continuously. I also post product update notes on the blog when significant features ship.

  • I actively monitor the platforms my software integrates with. If a change breaks functionality, I work to ship a fix as quickly as possible - typically within days for critical issues. If I can't reasonably fix it and the product is no longer viable, I offer refunds within a reasonable window. I don't sell abandonware.

  • The fastest way is to book a free 30-minute consultation call via the link at the bottom of this page. You can also email me directly or send a message through the contact form. I typically respond within 24 hours on weekdays.

Let's build something

Book a call or send a message.

Book a free 30-minute call or send a message. No commitment - just a conversation about what's slowing you down and whether I'm the right person to fix it.

  • Free 30 minutes, no pitch deck
  • A firm quote before any work starts
  • You talk to the developer, always

Prefer email?tarlow@mossaistudio.com

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