I build aesthetic digital solutions to solve real problems.

My process? Solve. Build. Let the user experience it.

Endless possibilities

I’ve always been driven by the need to create solutions. When I realized that development gave me the tools to build whatever I wanted from scratch, I was hooked.

But I didn't just want to be a coder; a growing fascination with entrepreneurship pushed me to look at the bigger picture.

That’s why I pursued a BS in Information Systems at MSU-IIT—to officially start my journey merging the endless possibilities of IT with the realities of business.

Exploring the full stack

I got into full-stack development because I was curious about my own limits. I started with front-end interfaces, then tackled back-end logic, and ultimately learned to integrate both into a complete system.

Once I could build a full app, my next challenge was getting it online. I taught myself how to deploy projects to the web, specifically looking for smart, free hosting solutions, which introduced me to modern platforms like Vercel, Render, and Supabase.

Finding peace in the pixels

In a world full of digital chaos and overstimulation, I find peace in building modern, minimalist apps. For me, development is a way to share that peace with others through the experiences I create.

I live by the principle that 'less is more.' It is always fun for me to go through trial and error with my designs, proving how a simple layout can make a massive impact on the User Experience.

My first instinct is always to optimize and clean up existing systems, but I am never afraid to build a better, simpler alternative from the ground up.

Empathy meets discipline

I’ve found that the best code comes from simply listening to people. I place a huge value on communication so I can understand user pain points and build with real empathy.

I try to back that up with the analytical precision I use in trading and the discipline I've learned from working out.

It’s an ongoing process, but combining these soft skills with structured thinking helps me build tools that are actually helpful.

In my spare time

I try to keep my life outside of work as dynamic as possible. You can usually find me staying active through football, basketball, and the gym, or unplugging out in nature to go hiking and fishing.

On the quieter days, I just enjoy relaxing with a good book or playing the piano and guitar.

• Experience

LeukoLook

Lead Full-Stack Developer

Engineered an AI-powered diagnostic web app for early leukocoria detection. Integrated a Django REST backend with a Vue 3 and TypeScript frontend, deploying custom TensorFlow models to process and analyze medical imagery.

OSDS Student Portal

Lead Full-Stack Developer

Architected a centralized digital gateway for Mindanao State University. Built a highly responsive React and Tailwind interface that leverages Google Sheets and Drive APIs as an accessible, serverless database solution.

Chickenamor POS

Full-Stack Developer

Developed a custom Point of Sale system utilizing a classic 3-tier LAMP stack. Authored optimized MySQL queries and a centralized PHP controller to handle complex order lifecycles, real-time inventory, and role-based routing.

James Lausa Portfolio

Architect & Developer

Built a premium, headless CMS portfolio driven by Next.js Server Components and Supabase. Engineered a custom CSS viewport breakout system and decoupled the PostgreSQL data layer to dynamically render high-end editorial layouts.