Gabo Esquivel - Sr. AI EngineerArtificial Intelligence Experience
AI is reshaping the world, fundamentally changing how we live, work, and interact with technology. Over the past few years, I've focused deeply on building real-world AI applications that bridge blockchain and advanced user interactions—from experimental hackathon projects to specialized chatbot platforms and AI launchpads. Today, my work is centered on redefining user experience: moving beyond static interfaces to create systems where chat, search, and action converge. I believe AI is no longer just a backend feature—it's becoming the new operating system for software, making interactions more natural, dynamic, and intuitive.
Starting With OpenAI (2022)
My journey into the world of AI began in 2022 when I started experimenting with OpenAI's APIs. The potential of AI to revolutionize user experiences captivated me, and I quickly realized that AI was not just a trend but a transformative force that would redefine how we interact with technology. This realization ignited my passion for exploring AI-driven user experiences, where voice, text, and embedded capabilities lead the way.
Wizard World: Hackathon Experimentation (2023)
During the Flow Hackathon 2022, I embarked on an exciting project called Wizard World. This progressive web app was designed to connect OpenAI's LLM models with the Flow blockchain, enabling the generation of AI images and their minting as NFTs.
Masterbots: Specialized AI Bots (2023)
By focusing on domain-specific AI chatbots, Masterbots.ai provides users with advanced specialized bots capable of handling complex tasks and large contexts. We use magic prompt engineering techniques under the hood to provide better responses and integration of AI SDK streaming with Next.js to provide a better user experience.
Bitlauncher: AI and Crypto Launchpad (2023)
Bitlauncher was conceived as a cutting-edge AI and crypto launchpad platform, designed to democratize the investment process by providing early access to promising AI unicorn startups through token sales and auctions. The platform's batch auction system ensured fair and transparent price discovery, eliminating traditional barriers and biases in fundraising. Recently, we introduced an AI chatbot assistant with RAG for document retrieval, utilizing the experimental RSC AI SDK. This addition has significantly enhanced user interaction and information access, allowing users to retrieve detailed information efficiently.
LegalAgent: AI for Legal Operations (2024)
At LegalAgent, I helped with the development of a mobile app featuring voice and text interfaces that transformed how their legal team accessed and understood internal documentation. By implementing a secure, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) system using OpenAI, we enabled lawyers to query contracts, memos, and regulatory docs in natural language. This project also involved developing a backend system to manage the system's prompts, allowing admins to adjust the assistant's behavior. Additionally, we integrated third-party systems like billing and case tracking APIs using advanced tools, resulting in a more responsive legal operation that accelerated knowledge access and reduced research friction.
