I'm John Rafael

Computer Engineer

Passionate about bridging hardware and software to create innovative solutions. Currently building AI automations and fullstack applications at Tauga AI.

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John Rafael L. Jocson

Software Development

Building robust applications

Hardware Integration

Embedded systems & IoT

System Design

Architecture & optimization

I started my engineering journey with a passion for technology. Through my Computer Engineering degree, I learned to bridge the gap between hardware and software. Since graduating Cum Laude, this has led me to pursue innovative solutions that combine both worlds, fulfilling my love for learning and building things.

Academic Achievements

  • Graduated Cum Laude with Latin Honors (2024)
  • President's Lister at Mapua Malayan Colleges Laguna (2020-2023)
  • Dean's Lister at Mapua Malayan Colleges Laguna (2020-2024)

Work Experience

2025 - Current

n8n Automation Specialist / Fullstack Dev

Tauga AI

Tel Aviv, Israel (Remote)

n8n Next.js AWS Supabase Vercel AI Automation
  • Create automations for Tauga's clients both B2B and B2G and provide production ready AI automations
  • Became lead developer for Tauga's main educational app (Next.js) and handled live on production code
  • Manage domains on each project in AWS and setup SMTP for automated email sending for each website
  • Used AI powered IDEs like Cursor to create frontend designs for web pages with n8n integration in the backend
2024 - 2025

Associate Developer

Playbook Sports

Hoboken, NJ (Remote)

n8n Django AI/LLM RAG Vector DB
  • Create internal automation solutions and external webapps using n8n to provide AI/LLM functions to most apps
  • Used Django framework to handle a client's request for a standalone scheduler/drafter synced to our base SAAS
  • Made lead generation that runs constantly in the background using n8n to prospect for potential B2B customers
  • Built backend for software wide chatbot made with RAG agent and Vector store database to retrieve FAQs
2024

Backend Development Intern

Pixel8 Web Solutions and Consultancy

Remote

Django Laravel Ruby on Rails REST API Project Management
  • Developing backend systems using REST API on different web frameworks (Django, Laravel, Ruby on Rails)
  • Created backend API for projects such as To-Do list, Login/Authentication and remade it on different frameworks
  • Become team leader for fellow interns during my stay and acted as project manager for the team

Projects

Landing Page

Horizon Academy

Mock educational landing page for schools featuring program showcases, campus facilities, testimonials, and enrollment CTAs. Built as a reusable template for educational institutions.

Next.js Vercel Tailwind CSS Responsive Design
Landing Page

Skyline Residences

Luxury real estate landing page showcasing high-rise residences, amenities, floor plans, and location details. Features smooth animations, interactive sections, and a private tour scheduler.

Next.js Vercel Tailwind CSS Responsive Design

Publications

ICCAE Conference March 20-22, 2025

Leaf Disease Detection with CNN and Data Center Management

Leaf disease detection using an Image classification convolutional neural network model with Django dashboard and Raspberry Pi integration.

CNN IoT Django Raspberry Pi Agriculture
ICCAE Conference March 14-16, 2024

Implementation of a Single Cycle Datapath for the Design of a Low-process Control in XC3S500E

A Proof of concept in running a RISC-V Architecture on an FPGA board for low-process control using Verilog.

RISC-V FPGA Verilog XC3S500E
Thesis 2024

IoT-Based Monitoring Control System for Increase in Seed Germination Rate of Plants

Automated moisture, humidity, light, and temperature control using Arduino sensors to facilitate germination with ESP32 network operations.

IoT Arduino ESP32 Sensors Agriculture