Tools, apps, websites, and experiments — crafted with a builder’s mindset.
I’m a welder who codes and a self-taught, applied engineer. I build tools, apps, and digital infrastructure designed to work in the real world — not just in theory.
My name is Armando Tabarez (known online as Mando-Man). I blend hands-on craftsmanship with modern software engineering to create tools that are practical, durable, and human-centered.
I operate at the intersection of bits and atoms. It started with steel:
I built my welding rig piece by piece, learning responsibility through every tool purchased, every job completed, and every problem solved on site. Without a ready-made path, I learned how to communicate, understand client needs, and deliver practical solutions under pressure. That same approach defines how I build systems today with ownership, structure, and follow-through:
I bridge vision and execution. Ideas are translated into real, working systems — not left as concepts. If something can’t be built, refined, or maintained, it isn’t finished.
Progress matters. I don’t stall in analysis or chase perfection for its own sake. Once direction is clear, execution moves forward with consistency and intent. Systems are built to evolve, not stagnate.
Complex problems don’t intimidate me. I break them down, organize them, and reassemble them into something usable and reliable. Clarity is engineered, not assumed..
Le Unique Generators: I restore and troubleshoot industrial welding generator systems — specializing in Lincoln SA-200s, Vantages, Rangers, and diesel-driven machines. Bringing machines back to life taught me how to diagnose complex mechanical and electrical systems under real-world conditions.
To learn more, visit us at www.le-unique-generators.com
Mando-Man Software: CEO & Founder. I began building software in my early twenties, starting with Android application development during the platform’s early days. While life pulled me into welding and hands-on work, I continued learning — studying programming fundamentals, writing Python and JavaScript, and understanding how systems are structured from the ground up. Today, my work spans from low-level logic and backend integration to immersive front-end experiences, including Flutter-based mobile apps, mapping systems, and hardware-aware workflows.
Solving actual problems before chasing the latest tech trends or hype.
My work spans from low-level systems to immersive front-end experiences.
I’m always open to discussing new projects, creative ideas, or opportunities to be part of your visions. Whether you have a detailed proposal or just want to say hi, I’ll try my best to get back to you!