CageFree Data

Ethical, human-scale software

Building tools and apps that delight, inspire, and respect the user

About CageFree Data

Hi, I'm Chris Cortez. I build software that makes life better, one app at a time.

For over 20 years, I've been crafting apps and leading engineering teams with a focus on what matters most - creating tools people actually enjoy using. Whether it's helping musicians practice more effectively with TuneTheory, making inventory management less painful with StuffScanner, or just having fun with games like Disasteroids, every project starts with a simple question: "How can we make this delightful?"

At CageFree Data, I bring this same approach to all my work - building clean, thoughtful software that respects both your time and your trust. No unnecessary complexity, no hidden agendas - just tools that work the way you'd expect them to.

Want to see more? Check out my interactive portfolio at chriscortez.com

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