abelbarbosa.com

Hello, I am Abel, a Systems Builder Who Turns Infrastructure Into Reliability.

I build, fix, and maintain the systems most people never see — but everyone depends on. From telecom platforms to cloud infrastructure to automated workflows, I make sure things actually work.

Based in Toronto, Ontario Entrepreneur. Systems builder. Independent operator.

Who Is This Guy?

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My approach to systems engineering is rooted in building robust, scalable, and operationally sound environments. I don't chase trends — I build things that work under pressure, stay documented, and don't break when it matters most.

I've spent years across server environments, PBX and VoIP platforms, cloud infrastructure, and workflow automation. The kind of work most people never see, but that businesses depend on every single day.

  • Problem-solving under real-world pressure
  • Evidence-driven decision making
  • Hands-on execution, not just planning

What I’ve Done.
What I Do.

Infrastructure & Telecom Operator

Independent — Ongoing

Self-employed, Toronto

Hands-on work with PBX systems (FreePBX, Asterisk), SIP trunks, VoIP routing, call flows, and hosted server environments. Building and maintaining telecom infrastructure for real-world business operations.

  • FreePBX & Asterisk deployment and configuration
  • SIP trunk management and call routing design
  • Server hardening, monitoring, and uptime management
  • IVR systems and multi-tenant PBX architecture

Cloud & Systems Engineer

Independent — Ongoing

Self-employed, Toronto

Designing connected environments that bring together Linux administration, containerization, reverse proxy routing, VPN configuration, and self-hosted tooling into cohesive operational systems.

  • Linux server administration (Debian, Ubuntu)
  • Nginx reverse proxy and SSL configuration
  • Docker and virtualization for service isolation
  • VPN setup, network routing, and firewall management

Web Developer & Digital Operations

Independent — Ongoing

Self-employed, Toronto

Building websites, automation workflows, and digital tools for small businesses. From intake forms to domain management to email infrastructure — end-to-end digital operations.

  • Python scripting for workflow automation
  • Flask-based web applications and admin dashboards
  • DNS, BIND, and email server configuration
  • Documentation systems and evidence management

Projects & Builds.

PBX

Multi-Tenant PBX Platform

FreePBX and Asterisk-based PBX system with SIP trunking, IVR routing, and multi-domain support for business telecom operations.

Asterisk FreePBX SIP Linux
WEB

QuickSite Store

Website-as-a-service platform for small businesses. Intake forms, asset uploads, project tracking, and automated delivery pipeline.

Flask Python SQLite Nginx
DNS

DNS & Email Infrastructure

BIND DNS server with DKIM signing, Stalwart email server deployment, and multi-domain mail routing with full SPF/DKIM/DMARC.

BIND Stalwart DKIM DNS
OPS

Operations Dashboard

Admin dashboard with CRM, submission tracking, file management, email settings, and real-time server monitoring built into one interface.

Flask psutil SQLite JavaScript
NET

Network & VPN Routing

Multi-site VPN configurations, firewall rules, network segmentation, and routing setups for distributed server environments.

WireGuard iptables Linux Routing
CRM

Domain & Mail Management

CRM system for managing domains, mail accounts, web projects, and client records across multiple hosted services.

Flask Python SQLite BIND

For more projects and scripts, check out the abelbarbosa.ca personal site.

What I Work With.

Infrastructure & Telecom

Linux (Debian/Ubuntu) FreePBX / Asterisk SIP / VoIP Nginx Docker Server Hardening

Networking & Security

VPN (WireGuard) iptables / Firewall DNS / BIND SSL / TLS Network Routing Reverse Proxy

Development & Automation

Python Flask JavaScript HTML / CSS Shell Scripting Git

Databases & Email

SQLite MySQL / MariaDB Stalwart Mail DKIM / SPF / DMARC SMTP Configuration

Operations & Tools

Workflow Design Documentation Self-Hosted Tools Monitoring Troubleshooting Agile / Scrum

Let’s Build Something Solid.

Whether it’s a telecom system, server infrastructure, or operational automation — if it needs to work reliably, I can help.

Based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Personal abelbarbosa.ca