Ariel I. Morada Jr.
Software Engineer
I am a Software Engineer with 11 years of experience across various programming technologies and 6 years focused on full-stack Angular and Node.js web development. I have a particular interest in UI/UX design, ensuring that the interfaces I develop are intuitive and user-friendly. I am thrilled by the potential of innovative AI technologies and enjoy exploring ways to integrate them into modern web solutions.
Skills
Full-Stack Web Development
Expertise in Angular, TypeScript, Node.js, ExpressJS, NestJS, PostgreSQL, Supabase, and Liquibase.
Backend & Database Management
Experience with Node.js, ExpressJS, NestJS, PHP, C, C++, Perl, SQL, and OpenAI API.
Agile Development & Project Management
Proficient in Scrum methodology using tools like Jira for project and task management.
Frontend Technologies
Proficient in HTML5, JavaScript, CSS3, Bootstrap, Semantic UI, PrimeNG, Tailwind CSS, Ionic Framework, and Responsive Web Design.
UI/UX Design
Hands-on experience with Figma, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Midjourney, ensuring intuitive and user-friendly design.
Miscellaneous
WordPress, Webflow, Ruby on Rails, Leaflet, Magento, AWS, Capacitor, Google Maps API, n8n, Selenium, Windows Phone, SVN, ODK.
Testing
Incorporating Test-Driven Development (TDD) methodologies, along with testing frameworks such as Jest, Jasmine, Karma.
Professional Experience
Independent Contractor - Web Developer
Newfields Consulting OySep 2021 – Present | Remote, Finland
Developed full-stack web applications using Angular, Node.js, and PostgreSQL for various business solutions.
Web Developer and Graphic Design
FreelanceAug 2018 – Aug 2021 | Dasmariñas, PH
Developed cloud-based apps for academic institutions using Angular2 and Node.js; designed custom logos for branding projects.
Web Developer
1902 Software Development CorporationNov 2017 – Apr 2018 | Muntinlupa, PH
Built and maintained e-commerce solutions using Magento, delivering new features and resolving performance issues for various clients.
Associate Software Developer
Open iT, Inc.May 2013 – Oct 2017 | Lucena, PH
Developed software license management solutions using C, C++, Perl, and modernized legacy systems with Ruby on Rails and AngularJS.
Projects
OpenFields 2025
An interactive pet platform combining AI-generated pet illustrations with artistic themed backgrounds. Users upload pet photos, admins create custom cartoon illustrations using AI, and pets are placed on beautifully crafted scenes like parks and treehouses. This project explores the strength of LLMs, with Angular code mostly AI-generated using VS Code and GitHub Copilot (Claude Sonnet 4).
Internal Order Management System 2025
Contract work for a US-based printing company. Migrated their existing Angular 12 internal order management application to Angular 19, focusing on reimplementing the order processing workflow used by staff to manage t-shirt orders from various channels.
Project: [FebMar2025] 2025
Automation. Customer Relationship Management. Marketing Automation. Headless CMS.
Site: House Ino 2025
House Ino is a personal project developed to enhance my web development skills, featuring a Squarespace-based platform that connects families with pet-friendly homes.
Note: Squarespace trial has expired, so live demo is no longer available.
Project: [Jan2025] 2025
Automation. Customer Relationship Management. Field Service Management. Marketing Automation. Headless CMS.
Site: Queenflute PH 2025
A personal project website featuring handcrafted bamboo flutes, blending traditional Filipino craftsmanship with modern design.
Agent Ino 2025
A personalized AI assistant integrated into my portfolio website, designed to engage visitors, answer queries, and showcase my skills and projects interactively.
[Testing] Philippine Metro 2025
A mobile app to navigate Manila's MRT and LRT with station guides, routes, and stops.
Directus 'AI Field' extension 2024
A Directus extension that enables users to configure prompts for automatic content generation via OpenAI
PH Vote Map 2024
An interactive visualization tool that displays election results across the Philippines, highlighting leading and confirmed winners in each region.
Project: CWR (Carbon Wise Rice) 2024
A system to measure and monitor carbon emissions of farms in the Philippines. Areas are divided into blocks/farms/hubs to enable more collective measurement, aiming to create a carbon credit system for agricultural sustainability.
AI Class Scheduling 2024
AI-Powered Class Scheduling uses OpenAI's AI model (gpt-4o) to analyze data, resolve conflicts, and optimize schedules for courses, rooms, teachers, and students.
Project: NFCPB (Plant Breeding Management) 2023
A comprehensive system to manage plant breeding processes from beginning phases to end. Built to streamline and track the entire lifecycle of plant breeding programs for agricultural research and development.
Project: SJX (Plant Breeding Data Analysis) 2023
A system integrated into existing data collection systems for plant breeding to better organize collected data and perform advanced analysis. Enhances agricultural research capabilities through sophisticated data management and analytical tools.
Me
This is me, circa 2024.
Started with the Jekyll Minimal theme, customized it to fit a Neo-Brutalist-inspired style. Used PrimeFlex for layout structure and styling, incorporated Midjourney-generated images for a unique visual touch, and hosted it all through GitHub Pages.