My professional journey began in the 8th grade when I started getting acquainted with computers in my middle school’s lab. In high school, I delved deeper into Electronics, exploring fundamental semiconductor components such as resistors, capacitors, transistors, and diodes—the essential elements that compose computers and electronic devices. Electronics is an expansive field, branching into two main areas: Analog and Digital, each with numerous specializations. This world immediately fascinated me.
During this period, I was more interested in practical application than theory. I dedicated a significant amount of time to designing and creating electronic circuits and equipment. Aspiring to become an engineer capable of constructing complete control systems, I chose to major in Automatic Control at the Electrical Engineering Faculty of Hanoi University of Technology (HUST). The curriculum primarily covered the theories of Automatic Control, emphasizing mathematical models and design methods for industrial controllers’ cores. While this formed the computational and signal-processing heart of an automatic control system, I recognized the importance of practical skills beyond theoretical foundations. Consequently, I independently delved into Hardware Programming, Telecommunication Engineering, Computer Architecture, Operating Systems, Data & Algorithms, and more. I actively participated in faculty projects, collaborated with PhDs in their labs, and pursued internships at tech companies to gain practical knowledge and skills. This period proved invaluable for acquiring expertise in both speciality and honing my business skills. Subsequently, through various roles in tech companies, I gained a comprehensive understanding of multiple industries.
In 2012, I conceived the idea of establishing a professional laboratory for researching and designing electronic/embedded systems. The first milestone came in 2013 when I successfully built and utilized the first device for the lab—a wide-range programmable DC Power Supplier. This achievement not only saved costs but also instilled confidence in the lab’s ability to create complex electronic devices for customers. However, it took some time before I officially named my lab Hanoi-IOT Creative Lab (HICL) in 2016 and equipped it with more instruments. HICL commenced operations on November 20, 2016, with minimal resources—an ASUS laptop, a Tektronix TDS3012 oscilloscope, and a Yamada HM5010 spectrum analyzer.
Currently, I am a self-employed designer and developer of hardware and embedded systems. I create and develop my hardware and embedded platforms, with my lab’s products and services finding applications in Building Management Systems (BMS), Automation, Environment, Education, and other domains. Additionally, I am involved in significant R&D projects that exceed my lab’s financial and resource capabilities. Consequently, I am seeking partners and investors for my lab and its projects.
Outside of lab work, I contribute to various companies and projects in diverse roles, including CTO, advisor, hardware expert, and STEM instructor/mentor. Here are some of the companies and organizations I have recently collaborated with:
