Mario Florio

Practical Systems Builder

Building open-source systems to reduce energy costs, increase self-sufficiency, and minimize reliance on centralized services.

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About

I build systems that prioritize accessibility, ownership, and practical value. My work focuses on tools that individuals and small-scale operators can understand, use, and adapt, without dependence on hidden platforms or recurring costs.

The goal is enabling control and long-term independence.

For more, see My Philosophy

Projects

Home Systems Model

A formal modeling framework for analyzing household systems in terms of demand, capacity, and their temporal and modal relationships.


Godot Third Person Controller

A general-purpose third-person controller for Godot 4.


Methodology

I use an iterative development cycle structured around three stages:

  • Conceptual — define the problem and model the system
  • Engineering — build and test working implementations
  • Post-development — deploy, observe, and refine through real-world use

Contact

Email: mario_florio@icloud.com

GitHub: Mario Florio