Turning ideas into full-stack systems, one deploy at a time.
Hi, I'm Van — a full-stack developer based in Agusan del Norte, Philippines. I build multi-role web platforms end-to-end, from database schema to production deploy, and I like weaving AI automation into everyday workflows to ship faster without cutting corners. Healthcare booking systems, subscription libraries, print-shop dashboards — if it has a database and a UI, there's a good chance I've built something like it.
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const vanDexter = {
pronouns: "He/Him",
education: "Father Saturnino Urios University",
currentWork: "Full-stack web systems & multi-role platforms (AskDocPH)",
stackFocus: ["Laravel", "Next.js", "TypeScript", "Supabase", "PostgreSQL"],
specialty: "Integrating AI automation into high-performance web apps",
background: "Former competitive artist turned full-stack developer 🎨",
currentlyExploring: "Scalable architecture & AI-driven product features"
};🌐 Live portfolio → balbuena-portfolio.vercel.app
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Backend & Database
Frontend & Styling
DevOps & Cloud
AI & Automation
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- 🎬 Avid Watcher: When I step away from the screen, I'm usually hopping in front of another one to binge-watch movies and series.
- 🌍 探索r & Foodie: I love traveling to new places, researching niche topics, and tasting different cuisines.
- 🎮 Gamer: I unwind by diving into video games, exploring virtual worlds, and taking on new challenges.
- 🎨 Artistic Background: Before my IT journey began, I was deeply involved in drawing and competed in art competitions during my early school years!
💡 Always open to collaborating on interesting projects! Feel free to reach out if you'd like to build something together.