Since high school, the idea of believing in my creativity has sparked; I can solve problems creatively and create things in a creative manner. I guess it was just innate? The idea began one sunny afternoon while working on my project for Araling Panlipunan, where […]

During my college years, I was mesmerized by how engaging the tech community was, and I was just beginning to learn more about coding at that time. Upon hearing about DEVCON, I was eager to join and meet individuals with diverse viewpoints. As a volunteer, […]

Hello I’m Emman, a 2nd year multimedia arts student from Mapua-MCM. I am passionate about tech because it enables me to express my creativity and share them with the world. I volunteered for Mindanao Summit 2024 because I believe that this event will kickstart a […]

During the pandemic, I often wondered how designers and tech enthusiasts gathered in Davao City or Mindanao in general. I grew up in a family composed of doctors, politicians, government employees, and teachers. It was hard for the people around me to relate to me […]

Good day. This is the story of a girl named Julieza, a 22-year-old who has developed a deep love for coding. Just four years ago, Julieza had no knowledge of programming. However, she had some understanding of computers because her father worked as a computer […]

These days, I go to work, do my job, and live my days as usual. Leaving my past of community involvement behind me. I find myself reminiscing about those times. In doing so, I’m reminded of the kind of person that I am; someone who […]

For the rest of the world, the lockdown was a temporary pause, a moment to catch their breath. But for me, it was a complete shutdown—a severance from purpose and direction. Days blended into nights, and I found myself spiraling into depression, staring blankly at […]

Back in high school, volunteering was my world. Through student organizations and club presidencies, I discovered my passion for leading by example. Organizing community events helped me grow, build connections, and support people from various backgrounds. Now, as I step into the tech era, I […]

Aye, I My family mostly had members that pursued the medical field and I wanted to be different. I wanted to pursue a field where I can work closely with computers and technology since I was already drawn to technology when I was a kid. […]

When we first got our computer, I immediately felt drawn to exploring it. As a seven-year old kid, I discovered my passion for graphic design through Microsoft PowerPoint. Even as a child, I knew I loved both tech and the arts. Growing up, I realized […]