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# ABOUT ME
Hello world! I'm Emmanuel "Emman" P. Barrameda, a recent IT graduate from the Philippines with a strong focus on backend development. I bring over 4 years of experience in desktop development and 3 years in web development, with a solid foundation in Java and now specializing in the LAMP and TALL stacks using Laravel and Symfony.
Passionate about programming since age 16, I continuously expand my knowledge through real-world projects, freelancing, and open-source contributions. I'm known for being innovative, dedicated, and detail-oriented, thriving in roles that involve leadership, project management, and mentoring.
My programming journey began as a Minecraft server owner at 16, where I discovered my love for coding. I later pursued the TVL-ICT track in Senior High at Vicente Madrigal Integrated School and was awarded Best in ICT in our batch.
In 2020, I began freelancing, i build desktop and web systems for academic and freelance use, including an Employee Management System for the Philippine Air Force and a Student Internship System for the University of Rizal System.
Also, I completed my internship as a Backend Developer at Bapplware Technologies, Inc., where I developed structured RESTful APIs using PHP Symfony, incorporating timestamps, soft deletes, exception handling, and PHPUnit testing.
Recently, I graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology (BSIT) from the University of Rizal System – Binangonan, where I also led various organizations, including serving as President of the BSIT Students’ League. Our capstone project, MMC MIS, was awarded Best Software Developmental Study during the 18th Research Congress.
Now, I am continuously seeking opportunities for backend web-based projects, especially in the Laravel, Symfony, or FilamentPHP ecosystems.