Full-Stack Developer & CS Student | AI-Native Engineer

Julius Raagas
from coder to architect

Building systems where AI isn't just a tool—it's part of the core. Transitioning from writing code to engineering architecture. Based in the Philippines, learning in public.

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Core Disciplines

Expertise

01

AI-Native Developer

Developing skills in LLM integration, model training, and prompt engineering. Building intelligent systems with neural networks and AI/ML pipeline deployment.

LLM IntegrationModel TrainingNeural NetworksPrompt Engineering
02

Full-Stack Developer

Proficient in modern JavaScript frameworks including React, Vue, Next.js, and Nuxt.js. Building scalable applications with Node.js, Express, Laravel, and both SQL and NoSQL databases.

React & Next.jsVue.js & Nuxt.jsNode.js & ExpressMySQL & MongoDB
03

System Architecture

Learning cloud-native architectures on AWS and Vercel. Working with CI/CD pipelines, Docker containerization, and RESTful API systems with focus on performance and scalability.

AWS & CloudCI/CD & DockerRESTful APIsSystem Design
04

UI/UX Designer

Creating intuitive interfaces with Figma, implementing responsive designs with modern CSS frameworks. Focused on user-centered design principles and seamless experiences.

Figma DesignResponsive UISCSS & TailwindUser Research
Journey

Experience

From foundational full-stack development to AI-native engineering—a progression marked by continuous learning and technical evolution.

AI-Native Full-Stack Developer

FreelanceRemote

2024 – Present

Exploring AI-augmented development workflows and full-stack solutions. Building projects that combine AI capabilities with user experiences, seeking professional opportunities to grow these skills.

Developing Precision Boxing app with pose detection using MediaPipe and TensorFlow

Built e-commerce platform in 72 hours using AI-augmented workflows

Learning prompt engineering and AI-assisted development techniques

Working with LLM integration, model fine-tuning, and neural networks

React NativeTypeScriptMediaPipeTensorFlowVue.jsNext.jsAI/ML

Web Developer

MacrologicPhilippines

Apr 2023 – Aug 2023

Focused on performance optimization and code quality. Worked on legacy codebases and improved system efficiency through refactoring and modern development practices.

Optimized legacy PHP codebase, improving page load times by 40%

Refactored monolithic architecture into modular, maintainable components

Implemented best practices for code quality and performance monitoring

Collaborated with cross-functional teams on high-traffic web applications

PHPLaravelMySQLJavaScriptPerformance Optimization

Junior Software Engineer (Internship)

Pixel8 Web Solutions & Consultancy Inc.Philippines

Jan 2022 – Dec 2022

Gained hands-on experience building production applications while learning from senior developers. Developed full-stack skills across modern web technologies and agile workflows.

Assisted in mentoring junior developers in web development practices

Built and maintained client projects using Vue.js and Laravel

Implemented RESTful APIs and database schemas

Participated in all phases of SDLC from planning to deployment

Vue.jsLaravelMySQLRESTful APIsGitAgile

Junior Web Developer (Internship)

Pixel8 Web Solutions & Consultancy Inc.Philippines

Jul 2021 – Jan 2022

Foundation-building internship where I transitioned from academic learning to professional software development. Gained practical experience in full-stack web development and team collaboration.

Developed responsive web applications using Vue.js and Quasar Framework

Built RESTful APIs with Node.js and Express for social media platform

Learned agile development methodologies and Git workflow

Successfully transitioned from intern to junior engineer

Vue.jsQuasarNode.jsExpress.jsMySQLGit
Philosophy

About

I'm Julius Caesar F. Raagas — a developer who started in 2020 with tutorial hell and Stack Overflow deep dives, now building systems where AI is baked into the core, not just bolted on.

From internships to freelancing, I learned to adapt fast—taking on IoT projects, mobile apps, and technologies I'd never touched before. The chaos taught me I can learn anything on the fly. Now I'm shifting focus from syntax to system design, architecture, and engineering decisions that matter at scale.

I embrace AI-native development (call it vibe coding if you want). AI handles the "how," I focus on the "why" and "where." Currently leveling up in system architecture, design patterns, and building software that doesn't just work—it's designed well enough to explain why it works.

Chi

Intelligence & Wisdom

Katachi

Form & Structure

Kokoro

Heart & Intent

Let's Connect

Contact

Interested in building something intelligent together? I'm always open to discussing AI applications, system architecture, or thoughtful design challenges.