The person behind the work
About me.
Personal info
A little background, a few principles, and what keeps me curious.
Explore 02 /Education
My studies, academic recognition, and areas of focus.
Explore 03 /Certificates
Coursework, hackathon, and technical learning certificates hosted in my personal online locker.
Explore 04 /Training
Hands-on bootcamps, developer workshops, and practical AI labs.
Explore 05 /Skills
The tools I use for web, mobile, data, and new ideas.
Explore 06 /Involvement
Academic leadership, competitive hackathons, and engineering roles.
ExplorePersonal info
Background & principles
Jose Gabriel M. Saldana
Computer Science student · Developer
Building useful software, learning through real projects.
I’m a Computer Science student based in Quezon, exploring how thoughtful software can make everyday work simpler.
I enjoy building web and mobile tools, connecting clear interfaces with practical systems, and learning through real projects.
- Based in
- Pagbilao, Quezon, Philippines
- Studying
- BS Computer Science
Education
Academic background
BS Computer Science
STI College – Lucena
Expected graduation · July 2027
Relevant Coursework: Data Structures & Algorithms, Software Engineering, Platform Technology, Networking Technology, Information Assurance and Security, Database Systems, Web Development.
Academic Honors & Standing
GWA: 1.55 (1st Sem 2026–2027) · Dean’s Lister (2023–2025)
STI College – Lucena
Certificates
Learning, documented
GDGoC PLM’s Info Session 2026
Google Developer Groups on Campus – PLM
Active participation in GDGoC PLM’s Info Session 2026, contributing to student developer community engagement.
AppBuildersPH Hackathon 2026
App Builders PH · Diligent Developers (DDs)
Certificate of Participation competing as a member of team Diligent Developers (DDs) in rapid software solution design and development.
Prompt, Publish, Flex: Stand Out in the Job Market
Zuitt Coding Bootcamp
Hands-on workshop covering practical generative AI application, modern prototyping tools, and SEO fundamentals for digital presence.
Cybersecurity
Asian Development Bank Institute (ADBI)
Comprehensive study of cybersecurity fundamentals, threat models, digital governance, and technology risk management.
Prompt Like an Engineer
Cisco Networking Academy · DICT-ITU DTC Initiative
Structured prompting techniques, iterative context refinement, and engineering AI interactions through the Cisco NetAcad program.
Networking Basics
Cisco Networking Academy
Foundations of computer networking: protocols, network hardware, IP addressing, subnetting, and connectivity testing.
Getting Started with Cisco Packet Tracer
Cisco Networking Academy
Hands-on virtual simulation, network topology configuration, device setup, and real-time packet tracking.
Introduction to Cybersecurity
Cisco Networking Academy
Core cybersecurity concepts, organizational security best practices, vulnerability mitigation, and personal digital privacy.
Java Fundamentals
Oracle Academy
Comprehensive object-oriented programming coursework covering Java syntax, class structures, logic algorithms, and recursion.
Training
Workshops & applied learning
Zuitt Coding Bootcamp
Prompt, Publish, Flex: Stand Out in the Job Market
October 3, 2026 · Credential ID: 06684
Practical application of Generative AI, modern prototyping tools, and SEO fundamentals to build a compelling online portfolio and establish a strong professional digital presence.
GDG DevFest Cloud Manila
Google Agent Ecosystem & Cloud AI Frameworks
October 2026 · Hands-on Sessions (Virtual)
Explored Google’s Agent Ecosystem and Cloud AI frameworks through hands-on labs, building and experimenting with prototype AI agents and cloud-native workflows.
DICT-XI Online Information Session
AI and Prompt Engineering
November 2026
Explored structured prompting techniques (e.g., RACE framework, system role definitions) and practical AI workflows.
Skills
Tools I work with
Web
Next.js 16, React 19, TypeScript, Node.js, Tailwind CSS, HTML/CSS
Mobile
React Native, Expo, Kotlin
Data
PostgreSQL, SQLite, Supabase
Exploring
Google Cloud AI Agents, Prompt Engineering (RACE), Python, Docker
Involvement
Leadership, competitions, and collaborative builds
STI College Lucena: SHIBA REIGNITE
Academic Head
July 2026 – Present
Co-organized academic workshops for ICT students, assisting with event coordination and guiding participants during hands-on sessions.
Awards & Hackathon Competitions
Champion, STI Codefest Local (Mar 2026) · 2nd Place, STI Codefest Local (Sept 2026)
2026
Participant in STI Codefest Cluster, DICT Startup Challenge, AppBuildersPH, and Meralco Idol Hackathon.
COMSCA-Bagac
Thesis Project · Frontend Developer
2025 – 2026
Built role-based interfaces with Next.js 16 (React 19) and TypeScript for grassroots weekly financial reconciliation and automated in-browser PDF receipt generation.
Luntian FloraTrail
Personal Project · Mobile App Developer
Aug 2026 – Present
Engineered an offline-first trail recording and biodiversity platform with React Native (Expo) and SQLite.
CertifiCreate
Personal Project · Full-Stack Developer
Sept 2026 – Nov 2026
Architected a certificate creation and batch issuance platform using Next.js, TypeScript, and Supabase.