About Me
I'm Ralf — a Computer Engineer by training, a software developer by passion, a preacher of the Word by privilege, and a father by provision. I'm based in the Philippines (UTC+08:00) and have been building things for the web for over 9 years.
My journey started in PHP and WordPress, building websites for local businesses and churches. Over the years I transitioned to the modern JavaScript ecosystem — and today my stack of choice is Next.js, React, TypeScript, and Supabase.
A big part of my work has been serving NGOs, churches, and ministries — organizations that need professional software but often operate on tight budgets. That context taught me to build lean, maintainable, and genuinely useful software rather than over-engineering for hypothetical requirements.
Outside of code, I'm involved in ministry work and spend most of my free time with my family.
Technologies
Experience
Full-Stack Web Developer @ Freelance / Independent
2016 — Present- ▹Build and maintain web applications for NGOs, churches, and small businesses across the Philippines and internationally.
- ▹Transitioned client projects from legacy PHP/WordPress stacks to modern Next.js and Supabase architectures.
- ▹Delivered 20+ production sites with a focus on performance, accessibility, and long-term maintainability.
- ▹Consult on technology strategy, helping organizations choose the right stack for their needs and budget.
Web & Digital Solutions Lead @ Church & Ministry Organizations
2018 — Present- ▹Designed and built digital infrastructure for ministry operations including donation systems, member portals, and event management.
- ▹Created accessible, multilingual web experiences reaching global audiences.
- ▹Trained non-technical staff on content management systems and digital workflows.
Frontend Developer (Contract) @ Various Clients
2015 — 2018- ▹Built responsive landing pages and marketing sites for local businesses.
- ▹Developed custom WordPress themes and plugins for content-heavy websites.
- ▹Collaborated with designers to translate Figma mockups into pixel-perfect implementations.