BACON-AI
Infrastructure
BACON-AI MESH
Distributed AI agent mesh network -- multiple AI agents collaborating across machines, sharing context and learning from each other in real-time.
Free workshops for non-profits & charities
AI for Everyone.
From Your Local
Baker to Your Next Startup.
Hands-on workshops, practical automation, and creative AI solutions for small businesses, freelancers, students, and community organisations.
500+
Workshop Hours
50+
Local Businesses Helped
Free
For Charities
About Us
AI that's practical,
AI that's practical,
accessible, and human
BACON-AI builds AI tools and runs workshops that make artificial intelligence accessible to everyone -- not just tech companies. We believe the local baker, the freelance designer, and the community charity deserve the same AI superpowers as big corporations.
Our approach combines hands-on workshops in creative settings with practical automation tools that solve real problems. No jargon, no hype -- just AI that works for your business.
Hands-on workshops
No jargon, practical AI
Free for non-profits
Community-first approach
Who We Help
AI solutions for your community
From bakers and builders to students and startups -- we make AI work for real people.
Local Businesses
Bakers, shops, trades people -- plumbers, builders, carpenters. Automate invoicing, scheduling, customer follow-ups, and stock management with practical AI tools.
Learn MoreFreelancers & Creatives
Event managers, property agents, designers, and consultants. Use AI to write proposals, manage clients, create content, and automate your admin.
Join a WorkshopStartups & Entrepreneurs
Early-stage founders and side-project builders. Get AI-powered prototyping, market research automation, and workflow tools to move faster.
Startup ProgrammeStudents & Learners
University students, career changers, and curious minds. Learn AI fundamentals through project-based workshops in a creative, supportive environment.
Student WorkshopsFree Programme
Non-Profits & Charities
Free workshops and pro-bono AI consulting for registered charities and community organisations. Automate fundraising, volunteer management, and reporting.
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Our Projects
What we're building
Open-source tools and frameworks that power everything we do.
Methodology
9-Phase Brainstorming
Structured problem-solving framework with Six Thinking Hats, TRIZ innovation, and multi-agent collaboration for breakthrough solutions.
Governance
NPSL v3.0
Natural Problem Solving Language -- 20 control points with self-annealing rules ensuring quality, security, and consistency across all AI operations.
Automation
N8N Workflow Automation
Business process automation connecting email, calendars, invoicing, and chat -- making AI accessible through visual workflow building.
Process
How we work with you
Three simple steps from "I need help" to automated workflows.
Workshop & Discover
Join a workshop or book a discovery call. We'll understand your business, identify opportunities, and show you what AI can do for you.
Build & Automate
We set up practical automations tailored to your workflow -- email responses, scheduling, invoicing, reporting -- whatever saves you time.
Learn & Grow
You learn to manage and extend your automations. We provide ongoing support and our AI frameworks keep getting smarter over time.
Methodology
The 12-Phase Framework
A systematic, model-agnostic approach with built-in self-annealing that ensures quality at every step.
Phase 01
Context Loading
Initialize session with full project context, constraints, and objectives.
Phase 02
Complexity Analysis
Score task complexity using weighted criteria to determine approach.
Phase 03
Architecture Design
Design solution architecture with component boundaries and interfaces.
Phase 04
Implementation Plan
Create detailed execution plan with validation checkpoints.
Phase 05
Progressive Build
Implement in incremental stages with continuous verification.
Phase 06
Unit Validation
Test individual components against requirements and edge cases.
Phase 07
Integration Testing
Verify component interactions and end-to-end workflows.
Phase 08
Self-Annealing
Methodology adjusts based on outcomes, optimizing for quality.
Phase 09
Quality Gates
Automated checkpoints ensure standards before progression.
Phase 10
Documentation
Generate comprehensive records of decisions, patterns, and outcomes.
Phase 11
Knowledge Capture
Extract lessons learned and integrate into the knowledge base.
Phase 12
Deployment & Review
Ship to production with monitoring and continuous improvement.
Team
Built by people,
Built by people,
for people
A small team with a big mission: making AI accessible to everyone.
Colin
Founder & Lead Architect
Building the future of accessible AI from the intersection of DevOps, community, and systems engineering. Colin leads the BACON-AI framework design, runs workshops, and believes every local business deserves AI superpowers.
Get in Touch
Let's make AI
Let's make AI
work for you
Whether you're a local business curious about AI, a student wanting to learn, or a charity looking for free support -- we'd love to hear from you.
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