My progression
From automation scripts to robotics and research.
Batch scripting & automation2019–2021
Started writing batch scripts to automate tasks on my PC, including installing apps and resetting the system. I also experimented with other scripts, including what I jokingly called 'viruses'. Those early scripts are no longer available.
Minecraft scripting & server development2020–2024
Used AutoHotkey to make macros for Hypixel SkyBlock and other Minecraft servers, and later built a script that let offline accounts use the official Badlion Client Launcher. Co-owning a LifeSteal SMP server also introduced me to managing and troubleshooting plugins, developing Paper/Spigot plugins, and creating datapacks. Most of this work is no longer available.
Mineberry tools & web development2023–2024
Started building client mods, quality-of-life features, and automation tools for the Mineberry community. Expanded into web development with a public player-statistics API, dashboard, and logging system, then connected those services to a Discord bot. These projects let me explore both Minecraft tooling and the backend services supporting it.
Getting into robotics2024–2025
My friends persuaded me to join a school robotics contest, where my teammate and I won after learning the basics of sensors and robot movement. That experience led to an invitation to the school's robotics team. We competed in the Philippine Robotics Olympiad in 2025 and became finalists.
IoT & flood-monitoring research2025
An invitation to the Science and Technology Fair led me to develop R.I.V.E.R., an early flood-monitoring and warning system. The project combined physical sensors, communications, machine learning, a database, and web/mobile interfaces. It introduced me to integrating hardware and software into a larger system.
Future Innovators & team leadership2026
After our BREO entry was disqualified, I was reassigned to lead the Future Innovators team. We developed BantayMuseo, bringing together software, electronics, and 3D fabrication in a museum-guide robot. The team won the national Future Innovators competition and qualified to represent the Philippines at the World Robot Olympiad.
Computer vision & independent research2026
Independently developed AERESCUE to explore dual-camera object tracking, spatial estimation, and autonomous robot guidance for simulated water-rescue support. I built the monitoring software, integrated a LEGO SPIKE Prime robot, and conducted controlled experimental trials. The project earned District and Congressional Champion and Division 3rd Place before being archived after the division competition.