Eric Leroy
AI Expert, 15+ years in IT with 2 years dedicated to generative AI.
A unique journey: from code to AI
With over 15 years of IT experience - including 7 years at a web agency, 5 years as project manager in enterprise, and several years freelancing - I've developed a deep understanding of what makes a software project succeed or fail. This field experience is what enables me today to integrate AI pragmatically into businesses.
My first contact with AI dates back to 2016 at MDMatch, where I developed a recommendation engine based on scikit-learn and Django. This pioneering experience gave me a head start in understanding the generative AI revolution. Since 2023, I've been 100% dedicated to enterprise AI integration.
AI technical expertise
I master the main AI APIs on the market: Claude (Anthropic), GPT-4 (OpenAI), Gemini (Google), Mistral. My expertise covers:
- Autonomous AI agents - Development of agents capable of executing complex tasks (MCP Protocol, function calling)
- RAG systems - Connecting AI to your internal data (vector databases, embeddings, LangChain)
- Intelligent chatbots - Assistants that truly understand natural language and access your business data
- Intelligent automation - Workflows that adapt to context and make decisions
Legal background: an asset for responsible AI
Unlike most AI experts, I have a legal background (Law Master's degree, ongoing DEA). This dual tech/legal expertise is crucial for integrating AI in a way that's compliant with GDPR and the EU AI Act. I advise my clients on the legal implications of their AI projects and ensure deployments respect current regulations.
Pragmatic approach
I created ZAX to offer an alternative to large consulting firms and AI agencies that sell buzzwords. My approach: no endless slides, no eternal POCs. We identify high-ROI use cases, deploy quickly, measure results. You work directly with the person who codes and understands your business.
My expertise
Enterprise AI Integration
Claude (Anthropic), GPT (OpenAI), Mistral expert. Deployment of autonomous AI agents, intelligent chatbots, RAG systems. First AI experience in 2016, 2 years dedicated to generative AI since 2023.
IT Project Management
15+ years leading complex software projects. Agile (Scrum, Kanban) and Waterfall methodologies based on context. Sprint planning, backlog refinement, CAB meetings, release management.
Fullstack Development
Mastery of a broad tech stack: TypeScript, Python, Django, Angular, Node.js, PostgreSQL. Ability to switch between frontend and backend as project needs dictate.
GDPR & EU AI Act Compliance
Legal background (Law Master's degree, ongoing DEA). Deep knowledge of GDPR and EU AI Act for compliant and responsible AI integrations.
Why work with me
- ✓ AI expert since 2016 - Not a newcomer who discovered ChatGPT. Real experience in machine learning and generative AI.
- ✓ Dual tech/legal expertise - Legal background (GDPR, EU AI Act) for compliant and responsible AI integrations.
- ✓ 15 years of field experience - I know the realities of IT projects, not just theory. Every project delivered, every deadline met.
- ✓ Single point of contact - You speak directly with the person who advises AND implements. No intermediary project manager.
- ✓ Trilingual - French, English, Spanish. Clients in France, Europe and internationally.