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Project 01
Distriphil
Distriphil (http://www.distriphil.com/)
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Rafael Hernandez
Senior Software Developer
Full-Stack Developer with 6 years building web apps, APIs, and content platforms
❧About
A little about me
What keeps me engaged is the architecture side of things - figuring out how services talk to each other, where boundaries should be drawn, and how data flows from editorial tools all the way to the end user. I've built and customized everything from WooCommerce storefronts and WordPress plugins to containerized microservices deployed on Kubernetes, which gives me a practical, end-to-end perspective on how modern applications are structured. I hold a BS in Computer Science from Far Eastern University of the Philippines and I'm always more interested in building things that work well than in chasing whatever is trending.
I'm a full-stack developer with 6 years of experience building web and software applications across the entire stack, from front-end interfaces to back-end services and CMS-driven platforms. I've spent most of my career working within media and content industries, delivering solutions for international clients through mid-size outsourcing companies and, most recently, as a senior developer at GridTech Solutions Inc. My work spans RESTful API design, microservices architecture, and front-end development with React and TypeScript.
❧Toolkit
Skills
- JavaScript
- TypeScript
- PHP
- React
- NestJS
- Node.js
- Laravel
- Tailwind CSS
- Docker
- Kubernetes
- WordPress
- WooCommerce
- Shopify
- Git
❧Work
Selected projects
19 in bloom
Project 02
MXNEY.IO
Worked with MXNEY.IO for over a year, contributing to UX/UI research and implementation, backend development with PHP/Laravel, and frontend development using JavaScript/TypeScript with React.js. Managed DevOps and AWS infrastructure, built scalable APIs, and developed microservices to support product growth from Seed to Series A.
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Project 03
Aureo La Union
Aureo La Union (http://www.aureohotels.com/)
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Project 04
Presidium
Presidium (https://presidium.ph/)
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Project 05
St. Matthews Publishing
St. Matthews Publishing (http://stmatthews.ph/)
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Project 06
Burlington Philippines
Burlington Philippines (https://burlingtonphils.com/)
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Project 07
Craft Easy Philippines
Craft Easy Philippines (http://crafteasyphilippines.com/)
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Project 08
Gran Fondo New York
Gran Fondo New York (https://gfny.com)
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Project 09
Kiss & Fly
Developed a comprehensive solution for managing airplane tickets, integrating new GDS providers such as Amadeus and Galileo. Implemented CI/CD pipelines for continuous integration, updated frontend interfaces according to new mockups, and ensured seamless API integration for booking and CRM functionalities. Designed scalable databases and optimized backend services to support multiple data sources and real-time operations.
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Project 10
Amurapi
Developed a web and mobile platform for Amurapi, enabling users to instantly connect with the right lawyer. Implemented right-to-left design for seamless usability in Middle Eastern countries, ensured data security and confidentiality, and added multi-language support. Built scalable backend services with Laravel, PHP, Node.js, and PostgreSQL, and developed mobile features using Kotlin. Focused on UX/UI, responsive design, and API integration for a smooth, secure, and user-friendly experience.
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Project 11
Servmeco
Developed a comprehensive web application for Servmeco to simplify event planning, including guest seating arrangements, dietary requirements, and other logistics. Built a scalable backend with Laravel and PHP, designed database architecture with PostgreSQL and SQLite, and implemented frontend features using Angular, TypeScript, Sass, and Bootstrap. Integrated APIs, optimized performance, and ensured smooth communication between microservices.
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Project 12
Halliburton
I played a pivotal role in transforming the vision of efficient and rapid drilling program generation into a reality. Leveraging my expertise in Angular and Node.js, I actively contributed to the development of the web-based, interactive, and standardized solution hosted on DecisionSpace® 365 cloud. My responsibilities encompassed crafting and implementing robust front-end functionalities using Angular, ensuring a seamless user experience for drilling teams. I actively collaborated with cross-functional teams.
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Project 13
PULP Live World
PULP Live World (https://pulp.ph)
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Project 14
Quick.ai
Built a comprehensive AI-powered SaaS platform featuring 6 intelligent tools: Article Generator, Blog Generator, Image Generator, Background Remover, Object Remover, and Resume Analyzer. Developed a responsive web application with secure user authentication, subscription management through Stripe payment integration, and seamless API connections to various AI services. Implemented modern UI components with shadcn/ui and optimized for performance with fast page loading speeds. Created an intuitive landing page design and scalable database architecture to support multiple AI tools in a single platform.
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Project 15
WP Bug Detector
WordPress Issue Tracking & Analysis Tool Worked on the backend development of WP Bug Detector from start to finish, building and maintaining APIs, designing microservices, and ensuring reliable data management. Developed SQL-based solutions using PostgreSQL, implemented robust backend logic with Node.js, Express.js, and NestJS, and optimized system performance for accurate and efficient bug detection.
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Project 16
Nutrition Depot
Nutrition Depot (https://nutritiondepot.com.ph)
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Project 17
Eyedias
Developed MENA’s first crowdsourcing platform for the creative industry, connecting talent with projects and opportunities. Built features for candidate sourcing, project management, and interactive user engagement. Implemented backend services with Django and Python, frontend interfaces with React and Next.js, and managed deployment and DevOps processes for scalable performance.
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Project 18
Renor
Renor Web Platform is made for business owners and construction companies to track their buildings energy consumptions, CO2 goals and to plan future building rennovation projects in order to have sustainable future in terms of energy consumption. Developed with React/Next, NodeJS, PostgreSQL, Mongo, TailwindUI. Deployed using AWS Services.
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Project 19
Dragon
Developed a comprehensive cloud-based platform for managing special education services across multiple government departments (DOE, DOH, OMH, OASAS). Built a streamlined session documentation system enabling providers to complete daily notes in under one minute. Implemented features for attendance tracking, IEP management, progress monitoring, EVV recording, service coordination, and compliance documentation. Created responsive interfaces for both web and mobile (iOS/Android) platforms. Integrated HIPAA-compliant document storage, automated billing workflows, and multi-role access systems for agencies, providers, and parents.
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❧Roots
Experience
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Mar 2024 – Sep 2026
Senior Mobile & Full-Stack Developer
GridTech Solutions Inc.- I built and maintained RESTful APIs and microservices using Node.js and NestJS, designing mobile-friendly service boundaries that optimized data delivery to front-end and mobile clients.
- I developed React and TypeScript front-end features with a strong focus on responsive, mobile-first UI patterns for international media publishing platforms.
- I improved content delivery architecture to reduce payload sizes and latency, directly enhancing performance for mobile end-users accessing editorial platforms.
- I collaborated with DevOps to manage containerized deployments via Docker and Kubernetes, ensuring reliable, scalable infrastructure supporting mobile and web traffic.
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Jul 2021 – Mar 2024
Mobile-Focused Software Developer
Horizon Digital Outsourcing- I built responsive front-end components using React and Tailwind CSS across multiple client projects, ensuring consistent and fluid experiences on mobile viewports.
- I developed server-side logic in PHP and Laravel to power mobile-consumable REST APIs for media and content-driven client platforms.
- I customized WordPress themes and WooCommerce plugins to support mobile-optimized storefronts and content workflows for international clients.
- I delivered end-to-end client engagements covering mobile-responsive UI, API integration, and CMS configuration, sharpening my ability to ship across the full delivery pipeline.
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Jun 2020 – Jul 2021
Junior Web & Mobile Developer
Phoenix Tech Corp.- I customized Liquid templates for Shopify storefronts, ensuring mobile-responsive layouts and smooth checkout experiences on handheld devices.
- I developed custom WordPress plugins to extend CMS capabilities, integrating REST APIs to enable dynamic, mobile-accessible content delivery.
- I built internal tooling using JavaScript and jQuery with basic REST API integrations, establishing my foundation in building lightweight, device-agnostic web applications.
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Contact
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