The people behind XODE

Two minds.
One vision.

A graphic designer and a developer walked into a problem — professionals everywhere had no affordable, beautiful way to show the world what they could do. So we built one.

We didn't come from big agencies or venture-backed startups.
We came from the same frustration you probably have right now.

5+
Years combined
design & dev experience
800+
Portfolios built
across 9 professions
100%
Client satisfaction
zero compromises

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Design × Code
Chennai, Tamil Nadu · India
Building since 2022
The founders
Our story

Built out of
real frustration.

We watched talented professionals — doctors, photographers, developers, writers — struggle to present themselves online. The tools either cost a fortune, required a developer, or produced something that looked like everyone else's portfolio.

So Dhinesh brought the visual craft and Karthik brought the engineering. Together we built XODE: a studio-grade portfolio editor that runs entirely in your browser, requires zero technical knowledge, and is powered by Gemini AI to do the heavy lifting for you.

We believe great work deserves great presentation — regardless of your budget or technical skill.

Work with us → Try the editor free

The Team

Meet the team

Two specialists. One shared obsession with making things that work beautifully.

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Graphic Designer
Dhinesh
Visual storyteller · Brand craftsman · UI/UX specialist

Dhinesh is the visual brain behind everything you see at XODE. With years of experience crafting brand identities, UI systems, and digital experiences, he brings an obsessive attention to detail that transforms raw ideas into polished, professional visuals that actually convert.

He has designed for startups, established businesses, and independent professionals across industries — from medical clinics needing authority and trust to photographers needing drama and elegance. Every template in the XODE editor carries Dhinesh's design fingerprint.

"Good design isn't about looking pretty — it's about making the right first impression on the right person at the right moment."

Tools & Expertise
Figma Adobe Illustrator Brand Identity Photoshop After Effects UI / UX Design Typography Print & Digital Motion Graphics
Designed 9 profession-specific templates used by 800+ portfolios
each template system-built for its profession's specific conversion goals
Created the XODE visual identity — logo, colour system, and component library
every pixel of this editor was reviewed and approved by Dhinesh
Available for freelance brand identity, UI/UX, and portfolio design projects
affordable rates · fast turnaround · unlimited revisions on first projects
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Developer
Karthik
Full-stack engineer · Tool builder · Performance obsessive

Karthik is the engineering force that makes everything Dhinesh designs actually run — and run fast. He built the entire XODE portfolio editor from the ground up: the canvas engine, the real-time collaboration layer, the Gemini AI integration, the export pipeline, and the publish-to-web feature.

Before XODE, Karthik shipped production software across fintech, e-commerce, and education verticals. He has a particular obsession with tools that feel invisible — software that gets out of your way and just works. That philosophy is baked into every interaction in the XODE editor.

"The best software is the software you never think about — because it just does exactly what you need, exactly when you need it."

Tools & Expertise
JavaScript / TS React / Next.js Node.js Python PostgreSQL Gemini AI API Canvas / WebGL AWS / Docker Performance optimisation
Built the XODE editor canvas engine entirely in vanilla JS — zero framework dependencies
loads in under 1 second · works offline · no backend required
Integrated Gemini AI for intelligent canvas generation from natural-language prompts
structured JSON contracts · safe element patching · context-aware layout rules
Available for website development, web apps, and custom tool engineering
e-commerce · corporate · educational · portfolio platforms · MVPs
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Testing Engineer
Naveen
Full-stack engineer · Tool builder · Performance obsessive

Naveen is the engineering force that makes everything Dhinesh designs actually run — and run fast. He built the entire XODE portfolio editor from the ground up: the canvas engine, the real-time collaboration layer, the Gemini AI integration, the export pipeline, and the publish-to-web feature.

Before XODE, Naveen shipped production software across fintech, e-commerce, and education verticals. He has a particular obsession with tools that feel invisible — software that gets out of your way and just works. That philosophy is baked into every interaction in the XODE editor.

"The best software is the software you never think about — because it just does exactly what you need, exactly when you need it."

Tools & Expertise
JavaScript / TS React / Next.js Node.js Python PostgreSQL Gemini AI API Canvas / WebGL AWS / Docker Performance optimisation
Built the XODE editor canvas engine entirely in vanilla JS — zero framework dependencies
loads in under 1 second · works offline · no backend required
Integrated Gemini AI for intelligent canvas generation from natural-language prompts
structured JSON contracts · safe element patching · context-aware layout rules
Available for website development, web apps, and custom tool engineering
e-commerce · corporate · educational · portfolio platforms · MVPs

Why work with us

What you get when
you hire XODE

Not just a freelancer. A two-person studio with complementary skills that ship complete, polished products.

Design meets Engineering
You get both sides of the coin in one engagement — visuals that look professional and code that actually performs. No more going back and forth between a designer and a developer.
One contact · One invoice · Complete delivery
Fast Turnaround
Most portfolio projects are completed within 48–72 hours. Website builds typically ship within a week. We work fast because we've built our own tooling specifically to move quickly without cutting corners.
Portfolios in 48 hrs · Websites in 7 days · MVPs in 2 weeks
Affordable Pricing
We built XODE specifically because we hated how expensive good design and development were. Our pricing is structured to be accessible for students, freelancers, and small businesses — not just corporates with big budgets.
Students get discounts · No hidden fees · Free tools always available
Honest Communication
We tell you what's realistic, what the tradeoffs are, and what we'd actually recommend — not just what you want to hear. You'll always know exactly where your project stands.
No surprises · No scope creep · No vanishing after delivery
Built to Last
Everything we build is maintainable, documented, and handed over properly. Whether it's a portfolio you manage yourself or a website we maintain for you — the work is built to outlast the project.
Clean code · Full handover · Optional ongoing support
AI-Augmented Workflow
We use AI tooling internally — and built it into our products — so your projects benefit from faster iteration and more thorough testing without the extra cost being passed on to you.
Gemini AI · Smarter tools · Better outcomes · Same price

How we work

Our process,
simplified.

From first message to final delivery — here's exactly what working with us looks like.

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01
Discovery call
We start with a short conversation to understand your goals, audience, and timeline. No forms, no lengthy briefs — just a real conversation.
WhatsApp, email or call — your choice · Usually 15–30 minutes
02
Design draft
Dhinesh produces a first visual draft — layout, colour, typography — based on your profession and goals. Usually within 24 hours of the discovery call.
First look in 24 hrs · 2 revision rounds included · Figma or direct preview
03
Build & integrate
Karthik takes the approved design and builds it — whether that's setting it up in the XODE editor or engineering a full custom website from scratch.
Portfolios in 48 hrs · Websites in 5–7 days · MVPs in 1–2 weeks
04
Review & launch
You review the final product, request any tweaks, and we publish it live — under your own domain or via xodeinc.com. We stay available post-launch.
Live under your domain · 30-day post-launch support · Full ownership transferred

Professions we've served

Developers
GitHub-linked portfolios
Designers
Case study showcases
Photographers
Gallery & editorial layouts
Doctors
Clinical authority profiles
Creators
Brand partnership decks
Writers
Literary press pages
Students
A4 graduate resumes

Ready to work together?

Let's build something
you're proud to share.

Whether you need a portfolio that wins clients, a website that converts visitors, or a tool that solves a real problem — we're the team that makes it happen. Affordable, fast, and built to last.