Luis Reginaldo Medilo is the founder and editor-in-chief of Tech Pilipinas, the Philippines’ digital lifestyle and technology magazine. Based in Cebu City, he has been writing about technology for over a decade, covering topics ranging from Philippine fintech and telecommunications to Android apps, government digital services, and consumer gadgets.
Editorial Standards
Every article published on Tech Pilipinas is written and reviewed by Luis personally. His editorial process includes verification against primary sources – official company announcements, government publications, and direct statements from named sources – before publication. He does not publish claims he cannot independently verify.
For guides and tutorials, Luis personally tests every method described before writing up the steps. Readers can expect that if an article says “click here to do X,” it has been verified to work. When procedures change due to software updates or policy revisions, articles are updated accordingly, with the date of revision noted.
He uses AI tools to support research and drafting workflows. Every article is reviewed, fact-checked, and approved by him before publication. Full details are available in the Editorial Policy.
Background and Experience
Luis first discovered the Internet in 1999 at his school library, and taught himself HTML and CSS using the now-defunct GeoCities web hosting platform. He created his first website that same year and has been building for the web ever since.
He started blogging on the Blogger platform in 2006 and later moved to WordPress. After launching several blogs that didn’t gain traction, he founded Tech Pilipinas in late 2017. The site has since grown into one of the most widely read technology publications in the Philippines, attracting millions of readers annually.
Before founding Tech Pilipinas, Luis worked as a freelance writer and editor for US-based content companies, including OneSpace (formerly CrowdSource). He also ran a small web design agency, Cyberpixel Digital and IT Solutions, serving local businesses in the Visayas region.
His areas of expertise include content writing and editing, WordPress, search engine optimization (SEO), digital marketing, and web development. He is proficient in HTML, CSS, and PHP, and has built Android apps including Pera Maid.
In college, Luis studied Computer Science before shifting to Electronics Engineering at the University of Bohol.
Credentials and Recognition
Luis is a topnotcher of the April 2006 Civil Service Examination (Professional Level), earning a rating of 92.70%, as certified by the Civil Service Commission (CSC) Region VII. This credential reflects his analytical rigor and commitment to accuracy, qualities he brings to every article published on Tech Pilipinas. He also passed the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) scholarship exam.
In 2005, he received an Honorable Mention in the International Essay Contest for Young People organized by the Goi Peace Foundation, a globally recognized writing competition with participants from over 100 countries. In 2006, he won the Carlos P. Garcia Award for Literature.
During his secondary education at the University of Bohol, he placed second in English editorial writing at the National Schools Press Conference (NSPC), the largest student journalism competition in the Philippines.
Other Websites and Projects
Aside from Tech Pilipinas, Luis also created a few websites and projects for his personal enjoyment and experimentation. These include:
- Safest Domain Search – A web tool that lets you check the availability of domain names safely and securely, without worrying about your idea being stolen by registrars.
- Philippine Churches – A website that provides accurate and reliable information on hundreds of churches in the country, including church history, location, contact information, mass schedules, confession schedules, and more.
- Hide Any Page – A WordPress plugin that gives you the ability to hide pages on your website or blog. Good for hiding download pages, “thank you” pages and other pages that you don’t want to be seen by visitors and search engines.
- Pera Maid – A free Pinoy budgeting app built for how you actually get paid – by kinsenas or monthly. Track expenses, crush debts, and never miss a bill. All offline, all private, all yours.
Contact
- Email: [email protected]
- Facebook: facebook.com/lrlmedilo
- LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/luismedilo
- GitHub: github.com/loythegreat
- Instagram: instagram.com/louiexism
