About
About Akolight
A one-person studio with a simple aim: help people see their ideas clearly, then build them well.
Why Akolight
Every Christmas in the Philippines, a parol hangs in almost every window. It’s a star lantern, a sign of hope, and a light that guides people home. That’s the role I want this studio to play: helping people see their ideas clearly, and guiding them to software that works.
The name carries the same idea. An acolyte is the helper who carries the candle and lights the way in a procession, and ako is Filipino for “I” or “me”, so Akolight also reads “I, light”.
About me
Hi, I’m Alexander Barcelo, the founder of Akolight Studio. I’ve been in the IT industry since 2008 and in software development since 2012. I’ve built software as a full-stack engineer, a solutions and software architect, and a tech lead. Along the way I’ve worked on identity verification, HR systems, proptech and fintech applications, among others.
I started the studio to work closely with people who have an idea and want someone honest to help them build it. When you work with Akolight, you talk directly to the person writing the code.
How I work
- Clear plans. You’ll know what we’re building, in what order, and why.
- Honest estimates. If something will take longer, you’ll hear it early, with options.
- Built to last. Simple, well-tested code that someone else could pick up later.
Let's talk about your idea
Tell us what you're thinking. We'll reply within two working days with honest next steps, even if that's "you don't need us yet".