09:00 AM – 09:45 AM
PUP Computer Engineering Seminar 2026
INTERFACE2026
Bridging Core Computer Engineering Principles with Emerging Industry Practice.
In Partnership With
The Institute of Computer Engineers in the Philippines
ICpEP joins INTERFACE 2026 in connecting academic foundations with the realities of professional computer engineering practice.
May 22, 2026
09:00 AM - 06:00 PM • CEA Room 315 / Virtual
May 22, 2026
09:00 AM – 06:00 PM
CEA Room 315 / Virtual
The Mission
About the Seminar
INTERFACE 2026 is organized by BSCPE 4-3 & 4-6 engineering students. This event bridges the theoretical gap between classroom learning and the rapid evolution of modern tech industries, serving as a partial fulfillment of CMPE 408.
Official Partner
In partnership with ICpEP, The Institute of Computer Engineers in the Philippines.
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SESSION 01AI Engineering in the Philippines
Exploring the skills, challenges, and opportunities in becoming an AI Engineer in the local tech industry.
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SESSION 02Introduction to Cybersecurity
Foundations of cybersecurity, threat awareness, and practical approaches to securing systems and networks.
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SESSION 03Big Data Analytics
How industries leverage large-scale data to drive decisions, optimize processes, and create value.
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SESSION 04Full-Stack Systems Development
From requirements gathering to production deployment: showing how real teams transform vague ideas into scalable systems
Seminar Speakers
Industry professionals and academic experts bringing real-world insights to the core principles of computer engineering.
Mr. Marc Ian Escober
Chief Technology Officer
SOFI AI Tech Solution Inc.
Session Topic 1
What Does It Actually Take to Be an AI Engineer in the Philippines?
Mr. Gladwin Ferdz Del Rosario
President
ICPEP SE – PUP Manila
Session Topic 2
Hello World! (Literally and Securely)
Mr. Billy Fajardo
Senior Talent Acquisition Manager
Arch Global Services (Philippines) Inc.
Session Topic 3
Data-Driven by Default: How Industry Runs on Big Data Analytics
Mr. Rannie Ollit
Lead Software Engineer
Salescaddie
Session Topic 4
From Requirements to Production: Full-Stack AI Systems and Context Engineering
Seminar Roadmap
A detailed look at our intensive seminar sessions.
Morning Sessions
Afternoon Sessions
Morning Sessions
09:45 AM – 10:25 AM
Opening Ceremonies
10:25 AM – 11:45 AM
Seminar I & Open Forum
11:45 AM – 11:55 AM
Awarding Ceremony
11:55 AM – 01:00 PM
Lunch Break
Afternoon Sessions
01:00 PM – 02:30 PM
Seminar II & Open Forum
02:30 PM – 04:05 PM
Seminar III & Open Forum
04:05 PM – 04:10 PM
Short Break
04:10 PM – 05:40 PM
Seminar IV & Open Forum
05:40 PM – 06:00 PM
Closing Remarks
09:00 AM – 09:45 AM
Ingress
01:00 PM – 02:30 PM
Seminar II & Open Forum
09:45 AM – 10:25 AM
Opening Ceremonies
02:30 PM – 04:05 PM
Seminar III & Open Forum
10:25 AM – 11:45 AM
Seminar I & Open Forum
04:05 PM – 04:10 PM
Short Break
11:45 AM – 11:55 AM
Awarding Ceremony
04:10 PM – 05:40 PM
Seminar IV & Open Forum
11:55 AM – 01:00 PM
Lunch Break
05:40 PM – 06:00 PM
Closing Remarks
Accessibility
Venue & Access
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CEA Room 315
State-of-the-art environment for physical networking and collaborative learning sessions.
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Virtual Access
The Facebook Live link will be broadcasted and shared through our Facebook Page.
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