How did Jose Rizal help Philippines progress?

Dr. Jose Rizal wrote the novel Noli Me Tanghere (touch me not) and the El Filibustersmo. He wrote the situation of the Filipino people because they don't have freedom in Spanish period because of this books his friend help him to publish it. And also at that time Filipino people lack of knowledge. Dr. Jose Rizal encourage the Filipino to fight there freedom. Dr. Jose Rizal sacrifice his life for his fellow countrymen.

Note:this is only what i know,but im not sure.