Full-Stack Developer • Principal Software Engineer

I'm up for any challenge.

Solution-oriented programmer coding professionally since 2016, specializing in desktop application development and backend architecture, with a versatile background in multi-platform software.

About Me

Hi, I'm Niks! I've been obsessed with code since I was a kid, and I've been building software professionally since 2016. I'm a specialist in desktop development and backend setup, with a proven track record of delivering end-to-end software solutions. My background spans multiple platforms, from native Android apps to complex desktop environments. Currently working from home, I focus on efficient systems and solving the unique challenges that come with desktop software.

Work Experience (9 years, 3 months)

Present

2019

Software Developer

Erfinder Philippines, Tacloban City, Leyte

6 years, 9 months

Key Responsibilities

Helped in the development of PIIOX, an open, modular platform designed for control and automation systems.
Helped in the development of TESSA, a tool that automates execution of scientific software applications.
Developed internal ERP system for Climeo AG.
Developed a management tool for Climeo AG IoT devices and clients.
Developed several internal applications for Stadler, Inc.
Created social media pages, chatbots, and professional websites for various clients.
Created promotional materials for various clients.

Tech Stack

BashCC#PythonXojoDockerMakePhotoshopPremiere

References

Article: PIIOX GitHub: TESSA

2016

Android Developer

Hyperworks I.T. Solutions, Tacloban City, Leyte

2 years, 1 month

Key Responsibilities

Developed Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) mobile apps and educational mobile apps for Save The Children Philippines and DepEd.
Facilitated mobile features development workshops and data collection.
Conducted consultation and meeting with DepEd key persons.
Provided technical support and training for mobile app development.
Developed the website, assisted in the creation of resources, and hosting of the mobile applications and tools.

Tech Stack

BatchCSSHTMLJavaPHPAndroid StudioPhotoshopCamtasia Studio

References

Video: School Watching Application (SWApp)

2015

Event Organizer

PlayPark Inc., Makati City, Metro Manila

1 year

Key Responsibilities

Assigned to Special Force Online and Special Force 2.
Organized and hosted local and online gaming events and tournaments.
Provided technical support and fixes for gaming-related issues.
Assisted in creating gaming-related communities and player engagement.

Tech Stack

Community ManagementTechnical SupportOBS StudioPhotoshopPremiere

2016

On The Job Training

Department of Agrarian Reforms, Tacloban City, Leyte

5 months

Key Responsibilities

Developed a document management system for the department as replacement for their previous unfinished system.
Improved the system to handle large volumes of data, faster referencing, and scanning capabilities.
Provided training and support for the new system to the department staff.
Assisted in the migration of data from the old system to the new system.
Provided technical support and maintenance for the new system.

Tech Stack

CSSHTMLJavaScriptNodeJSPHP

Education

2013

BS Computer Science

ACLC College, Tacloban City, Leyte 4 years

Achievements

2nd Place, Web Programming — Eastern Visayas ICT Expo (2016)
3rd Place, Visual Arts — Eastern Visayas ICT Expo (2016)
Top 5, Hack The Climate Hackathon — Philippine Science HS - EV Campus (2016)

Recent / Fun Projects

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2026

🧹

ADM

AutoFill Data Cleaner for Microsoft Edge.

C++Qt

Closed Source Personal

2026

🎌

Kana Practice

Interactive web app for practicing Japanese Hiragana and Katakana.

CSSHTMLJavaScript

Public View

2026

🔎

Zzzzz

Obsidian plugin that finds problematic files.

CSSJavaScriptNodeJSTypeScript

Public View

2026

🔒

Auto Incognito

Browser extension that automatically opens specified websites in incognito mode.

CSSHTMLJavaScriptNodeJS

Public View

2026

🌐

Banikaz

Personal portfolio and blog website powered by GitHub Pages.

CSSHTMLJavaScript

Public View

2025

🧮

AkoCalc

In-line calculator with variables, basic arithmetic, and currency conversions.

Closed Source Personal

2024

🔨

StarfieldBatchMeshFix

A mesh path migration tool for Starfield v1.11.36

VB.NET

Closed Source Personal

2023

🕹️

TnT

Personal library and unified launcher for managing PC games.

C#PostmanPowerShell

Private Work

2019

🔊

Bleepr

Push-to-bleep now with a full soundboard, and a roulette for random sound playback.

C++Qt

Public View

2017

🎮

Haiyan: PC Booster

All-in-one Windows PC optimization tool.

BatchVB.NET

Private Work

Latest Writing

Thoughts, tutorials, and technical deep-dives.

Tech

A Good Alternative to Google Keep

For years, I’ve been using Google Keep for my notes. You know the ones — quick reminders, shopping lists, random thoughts at 2 AM. It’s...

Mar 30, 2026 Read More

Tech

This Portfolio is Customizable

Yeah, it is!

Mar 28, 2026 Read More

Tech

Testing Mermaid Diagrams

This is a test post to verify Mermaid diagram support.

Mar 12, 2026 Read More

Music

The Amira Elfeky Blend

If you’ve heard Amira Elfeky’s track “Everything I Do Is For You,” you probably felt a massive wave of nostalgia hit you. It’s getting a...

Mar 11, 2026 Read More

John Nichols Ranara

Full-Stack Developer • Principal Software Engineer

Tacloban City, Leyte banikaz@proton.me (+63) 976-002-8684

Professional Summary

Full-Stack Developer and Principal Software Engineer with professional experience since 2016. Specializes in desktop application development and backend architecture, with a versatile background spanning multiple platforms including native Android apps and complex desktop environments. Proven track record of delivering end-to-end software solutions, from IoT device management systems to educational mobile applications. Currently focused on building efficient systems and solving unique challenges in desktop software development.

Experience

Software Developer

Jul 2019 – Present

Erfinder Philippines, Tacloban City, Leyte

Helped in the development of PIIOX, an open, modular platform designed for control and automation systems.
Helped in the development of TESSA, a tool that automates execution of scientific software applications.
Developed internal ERP system for Climeo AG.
Developed a management tool for Climeo AG IoT devices and clients.
Developed several internal applications for Stadler, Inc.
Created social media pages, chatbots, and professional websites for various clients.
Created promotional materials for various clients.

Android Developer

Nov 2016 – 2018

Hyperworks I.T. Solutions, Tacloban City, Leyte

Developed Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) mobile apps and educational mobile apps for Save The Children Philippines and DepEd.
Facilitated mobile features development workshops and data collection.
Conducted consultation and meeting with DepEd key persons.
Provided technical support and training for mobile app development.
Developed the website, assisted in the creation of resources, and hosting of the mobile applications and tools.

On The Job Training

Jul 2016 – Dec 2016

Department of Agrarian Reforms, Tacloban City, Leyte

Developed a document management system for the department as replacement for their previous unfinished system.
Improved the system to handle large volumes of data, faster referencing, and scanning capabilities.
Provided training and support for the new system to the department staff.
Assisted in the migration of data from the old system to the new system.
Provided technical support and maintenance for the new system.

Technical Skills

Languages

EnglishFilipinoWaray-waray (Dialect)Cebuano (Dialect)

Frontend

HTMLCSSJavaScriptTypeScript

Backend

BashC/C++C#JavaPythonPHPLuaNodeJSQtVB.NETXojo

Database

MySQLPostgreSQLSQLite

Tools & Platforms

DockerGitGitHub ActionsGitHub/GitLab/BitbucketMake/n8nAlibaba CloudGoogle Cloud

Creative

Camtasia StudioDaVinci ResolveFinal CutOBS/SLOBSPhotoshopPremiereBethesda Creation Kit

Education

BS Computer Science

2013 – 2017

ACLC College, Tacloban City, Leyte

2nd Place, Web Programming — Eastern Visayas ICT Expo (2016)
3rd Place, Visual Arts — Eastern Visayas ICT Expo (2016)
Top 5, Hack The Climate Hackathon — Philippine Science HS - EV Campus (2016)

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I'm up for any challenge.

About Me

Work Experience (9 years, 3 months)

Software Developer

Key Responsibilities

Tech Stack

References

Android Developer

Key Responsibilities

Tech Stack

References

Event Organizer

Key Responsibilities

Tech Stack

On The Job Training

Key Responsibilities

Tech Stack

Education

BS Computer Science

Achievements

Recent / Fun Projects

ADM

Kana Practice

Zzzzz

Auto Incognito

Banikaz

AkoCalc

StarfieldBatchMeshFix

TnT

Bleepr

Haiyan: PC Booster

Latest Writing

A Good Alternative to Google Keep

This Portfolio is Customizable

Testing Mermaid Diagrams

The Amira Elfeky Blend

Let's Work Together

John Nichols Ranara

Professional Summary

Experience

Software Developer

Android Developer

On The Job Training

Technical Skills

Languages

Frontend

Backend

Database

Tools & Platforms

Creative

Education

BS Computer Science