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My Unforgettable Day at IRCITE 2026: Lost on Campus, Found in Knowledge (and Laughter)

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March 19, 2026 started way before the sun was fully up. My group and I left early, hearts pounding with a mix of excitement and nerves. We were heading to IRCITE 2026 — the International Research Conference on Information Technology Education organized by PSITE Central Luzon at Bulacan State University in Malolos City . The theme “Ideation, Utilization, and Adoption: Strengthening the Research-to-Practice Cycle in Education” felt perfect for us because we were about to present our own research paper . Little did I know this day would be filled with getting lost, discovering hidden gems, feeling proud of my groupmate, learning life-changing lessons about AI, and laughing until my cheeks hurt. When we finally reached Bulacan State University , I was speechless. The campus is massive — like a small city! Wide open spaces, tall buildings everywhere, and pathways that seemed to go on forever. Without clear signs or a map, I got lost twice just trying to find Valencia Hall. But every w...
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My First Onsite Seminar as a Host: A Story of Nerves, Growth, and Impact

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There are moments in life that quietly change you—and for me, this seminar was one of them. On March 16, 2026 , we conducted our seminar titled “Tech with Purpose: Safe, Smart, and Future-Ready” at New Cabalan Senior High School . It was our fourth seminar , but our first onsite event . Because this time… it was onsite. And for me—it was my first time hosting . The Nerves Before Everything Began Before the seminar even started, I could already feel the nervousness building up . Standing in front of many students wasn’t something I was used to. I kept asking myself: “What if I mess up?” “What if I forget what to say?” It felt overwhelming—but I knew I had to face it. An Unexpected Challenge Just when we thought everything was ready, we encountered a problem. We were informed that the room couldn’t accommodate all the students. Instead of one large group of 80+ students , we had to split them into: 50 students in one room 30 students in another It was stressful at first. ...
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Integrating Intelligence: Embedded Systems in Robotic Design – Empowering Automation at the Core

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  Integrating Intelligence: Embedded Systems in Robotic Design – Empowering Automation at the Core On November 8, 2025 , our organization GC BitBarkada successfully hosted its third webinar titled “Integrating Intelligence: Embedded Systems in Robotic Design.” The event took place virtually through Google Meet and was simultaneously streamed on Facebook Live , attracting a large audience of students from various technology disciplines. The session featured Ms. Jasmine Kate A. Patiño , an Embedded Systems Specialist and Robotics Educator , who delivered an in-depth discussion about how embedded systems power intelligent and adaptive robotic designs. The theme “Empowering Automation: Intelligence at the Core” perfectly encapsulated the essence of the session. Ms. Patiño began by laying the foundation of embedded systems — small but powerful computing units that form the “brain” of modern machines. She explained how microcontrollers such as Arduino , STM32 , and ESP32 play criti...
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SkyDev Masterclass 2025 – Empowering Future Innovators

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SkyDev Masterclass 2025 – Empowering Future Innovators The SkyDev Solutions Inc. Masterclass , held on October 21, 2025 , at Ayala Malls Harbor Point, Subic Bay Freeport Zone , was an inspiring and knowledge-filled event that brought together IT professionals, educators, and students to discuss the latest trends in software development, cybersecurity, and digital innovation. Throughout the day, the event showcased an impressive lineup of speakers who tackled diverse topics such as cybersecurity, CI/CD automation, game development, UI/UX design, and artificial intelligence . The seminar started with Dr. Marlon Tayag’s live demonstration on cybersecurity , which gave participants a real-world view of how attacks happen and how professionals defend against them. This session stood out as one of the highlights of the day — practical, engaging, and deeply relevant in today’s digital landscape. As someone aspiring to pursue a career in cybersecurity, I found this experience particularly va...
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Project Management for IT Students: Turning Ideas into Deliverables

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Project Management for IT Students: Turning Ideas into Deliverables On October 19, 2025 , GC BitBarkada held its second webinar titled “Project Management for IT Students: Turning Ideas into Deliverables.” The event was conducted virtually through Google Meet and Facebook Live , and featured Mr. Mark Christian G. Labucca , a Freelance UI/UX Designer and Product Quality Assurance Specialist , as the guest speaker. The theme, “From Class Projects to Real Projects: Making Ideas Happen,” perfectly captured the heart of the session — guiding Information Technology students on how to translate ideas into structured, achievable results through proper planning and teamwork. The talk focused on essential project management practices, covering topics such as Agile methodology , Rapid Application Development (RAD) , and practical strategies for managing capstone and collaborative projects effectively. As part of the organizing committee , I had the opportunity to see the webinar come to lif...
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Shaping the Digital Frontier — My RAITE 2025 Experience

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Shaping the Digital Frontier — My RAITE 2025 Experience The Regional Assembly on Information Technology Education (RAITE) 2025 , held on October 17, 2025 , at the Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology (NEUST), Sumacab Campus , was an event that brought together Information Technology students, educators, and professionals from across Central Luzon. With the theme “I.T. Beyond Tomorrow: Shaping the Digital Frontier,” the assembly aimed to inspire the next generation of IT professionals to embrace innovation, ethical technology use, and future-ready skills. Upon arriving at the venue, I could already feel the excitement in the atmosphere. Although the venue itself was not as comfortable as I had expected , it was filled with an enthusiastic crowd of students, professors, and guests eager to learn. Despite the minor inconveniences, the energy of the event made the experience worthwhile. Learning and Insights from the Event What made RAITE 2025 truly meaningful was the rang...
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IAM What I Am – Strengthening Digital Trust Through Identity and Access Management

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  IAM What I Am – Strengthening Digital Trust Through Identity and Access Management In an era where almost every aspect of modern life depends on digital systems, the concept of security has transcended firewalls and passwords — it now revolves around identity . This idea took center stage during the CyberPH Webinar 2 , held on October 12, 2025 , titled “IAM What I Am: Expert Tips for Identity and Access Management.” The event explored the importance of Identity and Access Management (IAM) in building trust, ensuring data protection, and maintaining ethical governance in today’s digital landscape. The webinar was hosted virtually via Microsoft Teams and organized by CyberPH , a collective initiative that advocates for cybersecurity awareness and digital resilience among students, professionals, and IT practitioners. The session featured Mr. Tomas Manalo , a Cyber IAM Lead Consultant and Manager at KPMG Philippines , who brought with him nearly a decade of experience in identit...
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