"Carel has been instrumental in transforming our Zoho ecosystem. His mastery of Zoho Creator and Deluge scripting is unmatched — he built automation workflows that saved our team 30+ hours per week. An absolute pleasure to work with, always delivers ahead of schedule."
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Hi, I'm
Carel Jay
Lagazo
I build
Full Stack Developer with 10+ years of experience crafting high-performance digital products. Specializing in the Zoho Ecosystem, modern web architecture, and AI-ready solutions that scale with your business.
10+Years Experience
50+Projects Delivered
100%Client Satisfaction
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Client Testimonials
Glowing recommendations from business owners and leaders who've experienced the results firsthand.
"Working with Carel was one of the best decisions we made for our business. He not only built us a beautiful, high-performing WordPress site but also drove our organic traffic up by 180% through his SEO strategies. Highly professional, highly recommended."
"As a Project Manager and Senior Developer at Techleus, Carel brought exceptional technical skill and leadership to every engagement. He managed multiple client projects simultaneously with zero compromises on quality or timelines. A rare find in this industry."
"Carel built us a website we are proud to show every customer! It looks amazing, loads fast, and the booking system works perfectly. He was patient with all our requests and made the whole process stress-free. We saw a big jump in new bookings right away."
"Carel's ability to handle both technical complexity and client communication is exceptional. He integrated our Zoho CRM with our website seamlessly, automated our lead pipeline, and delivered a polished corporate site. The ROI was evident within the first month."
Skills & Expertise
A decade of hands-on experience across the full technology stack — from Zoho ecosystems to AI-ready web solutions.
Zoho Ecosystem
Web Development
DevOps & Security
Design & Growth
Work Experience
Over a decade of shipping production-ready solutions across industries and continents.
Jan 2020 — Present
Leading the design and development of enterprise-grade Zoho One solutions for businesses worldwide. Architecting custom Zoho Creator apps, automating complex business workflows with Deluge, and integrating Zoho CRM with third-party platforms via APIs.
Apr 2017 — Dec 2019
Partnered with clients across Europe and North America to deliver full-cycle web projects — from discovery and design to deployment and ongoing support. Managed 20+ concurrent client relationships with a 100% on-time delivery record.
Feb 2016 — Mar 2017
Oversaw end-to-end delivery of 15+ client websites, managing timelines, budgets, and cross-functional teams. Directed front-end and back-end development efforts while maintaining direct client communications.
2015 — 2016
Developed and maintained WordPress-based websites, implemented SEO strategies that drove measurable organic traffic improvements, and provided ongoing technical support to clients.
2014 — 2015
Built responsive business websites, integrated e-commerce solutions, and configured hosting environments. Collaborated closely with the design team to translate mockups into pixel-perfect interfaces.
2013 — 2014
Started professional career developing front-end interfaces and assisting with back-end PHP development. Gained foundational experience in full-stack web development and client relations.
2012 — 2013
Began the technology journey at a leading IT firm in Davao, developing web applications and learning industry best practices in a fast-paced professional environment.
Featured Projects
25+ live projects delivered across industries — from local service businesses to international e-commerce platforms.
Web App
Phone2
Modern mobile-first web platform with seamless UI and optimized performance.
WordPress
Les Boosteuses
Empowering community platform for a French women's entrepreneurship network.
E-Commerce
Baubeau
Luxury pet accessories e-commerce store with full product management and payments.
Web App
DayPlus
Productivity and scheduling web app with dynamic calendar integration.
Platform
Leasygo
Vehicle leasing marketplace connecting customers with dealers in real time.
Hospitality
La Bergerie
Elegant retreat website featuring booking integration and immersive photography.
Education
Conduite Évolutive
Driving school platform with online registration, scheduling, and student portal.
Education
Litz Formation
Professional training centre website with course catalog and enrollment workflows.
Corporate
Famm Group
Corporate group website with multi-subsidiary navigation and investor portal.
Services
Naviclean
Marine cleaning services platform with quote request and fleet management portal.
Construction
Renolution
Renovation and construction project showcase with before/after gallery.
E-Commerce
Romanicae
Artisan jewellery brand with curated product pages and a seamless checkout flow.
Corporate
Sesilead
B2B corporate solutions website with lead generation and CRM integration.
Services
TFS Appliance Repairs
Local appliance repair booking platform with geo-targeted SEO strategy.
Health & Wellness
Organified Life
Health and wellness e-commerce store with subscription product management.
Wellness
Zengen
Holistic wellness brand website featuring product education and community blog.
Services
TV Installation
Local service booking site with dynamic quote calculator and service area map.
Construction
The Wood Group SD
Premium woodworking and construction portfolio with custom project gallery.
Healthcare
Dr. Michele Fleming
Medical professional practice website with patient resources and appointment booking.
Arts
The Naad Studios
Yoga and sound healing studio with class schedules, instructors, and booking.
Lifestyle
Bambinos Salon for Kids
Colorful kids' salon website with appointment booking and party packages.
E-Commerce
Display Makers
Custom display and signage manufacturer with product configurator and bulk ordering.
Corporate
QiCo Inc.
Technology company portfolio with product showcase and investor relations section.
E-Commerce
Pedlur
Cycling accessories e-commerce platform optimized for mobile and performance.
Events
Destiny Sound & Events
Entertainment and events company site with booking calendar and gallery portfolio.
Let's Build Something
Ready to launch your next project? Let's connect and turn your vision into a high-performance digital product.
What to expect
Fast Response
Typically reply within 24 hours on business days.
Tailored Solutions
Every project gets a custom strategy aligned to your goals.
NDA Available
Happy to sign an NDA before discussing sensitive projects.
Global Availability
Working with clients across US, Europe, Asia-Pacific and beyond.
Accepting projects for
Zoho DevelopmentWordPress BuildsFull Stack AppsSEO & GrowthAI IntegrationWebsite Audits