Kurt Jacob Urquico

Kurt Jacob Urquico

Full-stack Web Developer in Manila, He/Him

With a strong foundation in computer science, I've developed a deep fascination with web technologies, design principles, and automations.

As a software developer with years of experience, I’ve built technologies that leverage my skills and knowledge, applying what I’ve honed over time to create impactful solutions.

Projects

2024
Online Integrated Queueing & Feedback Management System at Dreamforge Innovations Inc.

(Tech Lead | Full-Stack Developer)

A Web-based application for Pasig City Hall to streamline queueing and feedback management through web, mobile, and kiosk

2024
Project Resolve! at Dreamforge Innovations Inc.

(Tech Lead | Full-Stack Developer)

A Web-Based application for the Department of Social Welfare and Development-NCR (DSWD-NCR) designed to streamline disaster response processes, augmentation reports, and DROMIC reports. The application serves a variety of users, including the public, Quick Response Teams (QRTs), Emergency Operations Centers (EOCs), Local Government Units (LGUs), Local Chief Executives (LCEs), and the DSWD Secretary.

2024
One Man Merchandising System at One Man Merchandising

(Full-Stack Developer)

A Web-Based Application for One Man Merchandising

Next JS | React | Mantine UI | Tailwind CSS | Zustand | Prisma ORM | AuthJS | Vitest

2023
MAPS at Gothong Southern Shipping Lines Inc.

(Lead Programmer)

A Web-Based Map and Proximity System for GSSLI

React | Vite | Leaflet API | Mantine

2023
InternConnect: ORASAN at Gothong Southern Shipping Lines Inc.

(Lead Programmer)

A Web-Based OJT-Monitoring System for GSSLI

React | Vite | Node | Express | MySQL

2023
HealthVault at Gothong Southern Shipping Lines Inc.

(Lead Programmer)

A Web-Based Health Information Management System for GSSLI

Electron | TypeScript | React | Vite | Node | Express | MySQL

Side Projects

2024

(Full-Stack Web Developer)

A Web-Based CRS project for CSE 2 Web Development

Next JS | React JS | Mantine UI | Shadcn/ui | Tailwind CSS | Laravel (API) | Maria DB

2023

(Lead Programmer & UI/UX Lead)

A Web-Based Grievance Forum for SSC STRAW Grievance Committee of Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila

Firebase | Express | React | Node | Mantine UI | Email JS | UI/UX

Awards

2020
Best in Application Development 2 from Colegio de San Juan de Letran - Manila

Java Programming

2019
Best in Application Development 1 from Colegio de San Juan de Letran - Manila

C# Programming

2018
4th Place: Technolympic's Web Design Contest from DepEd

HTML | CSS | JavaScript

Work Experience

2024 — Now
Software Engineer at Dreamforge Innovations Inc.
Ortigas, Pasig

Led projects with a focus on frontend development, ensuring high-quality and responsive user interfaces.

Collaborated closely with UI/UX designers to create intuitive and visually appealing designs that enhance user experience.

Worked with backend engineering teams to develop and implement algorithms that optimize system process flow, improving overall efficiency.

Performed extensive optimization on the frontend, enhancing performance and user satisfaction.

Managed Pull Requests and the staging branch for client view purposes, ensuring smooth and efficient project workflow.

API development using NestJS and Laravel, delivering robust and scalable solutions.

Developed real-time applications with WebSockets and Socket.IO, enhancing user interaction.

Configured and debugged Nginx servers for production and staging, ensuring seamless deployment and optimal performance.

Trained and mentored trainee developers and interns, guiding and helping them integrate into the company effectively

2022 — Now
Freelance Full-Stack Web Developer at Manila

Managed complex software projects from conception to deployment, showcasing extensive experience in project engineering.

Developed responsive and user-friendly front-end interfaces using modern frameworks and technologies, enhancing user experience.

Built robust and scalable back-end applications, providing dynamic web experiences and supporting server-side functionality for client projects.

Demonstrated strong problem-solving abilities, quickly identifying and resolving technical issues to maintain smooth project progression.

Utilized advanced web scraping techniques to extract valuable data from diverse online sources, supporting business intelligence and analytics for clients.

2023 — 2023
Manila

A 240-hour practicum in Gothong Southern Shipping Lines Inc. - Manila, Philippines

Developed and Deployed three functional systems, each contributing to enhanced operational efficiency and streamlined processes.

Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and user-friendly interfaces.

Utilized advanced technologies and best practices to create innovative solutions that addressed specific needs.

2020 — 2021
Freelance Multimedia Designer at Manila

Edited high-quality videos for multiple YouTubers, enhancing visual appeal and audience engagement using Adobe Premiere.

Created professional publication materials and graphics for various clients, effectively communicating messages and branding through visually appealing designs.

Designed intuitive and user-friendly UI/UX layouts for web and mobile applications using Figma, improving overall user experience.

2019 — 2019
Pasay, Metro Manila

An 80-hour work immersion in Department of Trade and Industries - CITEM Philippines

Assisted and Provided solutions to multiple technology-related issues in a timely and effective manner, and worked to minimize downtime and disruptions for end-users

Volunteering

2021 — 2023
Member at Google Developer Student Clubs (GDSC) - PLM
Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila
2019 — 2020
Creative Video Editor at Creative Hub
Colegio de San Juan de Letran

Edited and produced captivating promotional videos and multimedia content for school initiatives, showcasing the institution's unique features.

Served as one of the Organization's representatives and achieved 1st Place in the "Out of The Box Spoof ADS competition"

Education

2020 — Now
Intramuros, Manila

A 4th-year computer science student

Skills:
C | C++ | Python | Data Structures | Full-Stack Development | APIs | Git | SQL | Figma

2024
API Designer from API Academy
2024
API Security Architect from API Academy

Contact

GitHub
LinkedIn

Teams

Current
Circle
QuickLaps Solutions