Daniel Gomez

The IEEE Day 2025 forum will be a space for dialogue and exchange of experiences between former members of the IEEE Unicauca Student Branch, the branch's faculty advisor, and invited external professionals. Its purpose is to reflect on the impact of the IEEE on students' academic, personal, and professional development, as well as to analyze the importance of participation in technical and leadership spaces.

During the forum, guests will share their trajectories, learnings, and perspectives on how their experiences in the IEEE and in the workplace have contributed to their growth. Topics related to technological innovation, teamwork, project management, and the development opportunities offered by technical volunteering will also be addressed.

This space seeks to strengthen the bond between generations of members, promote active participation in the IEEE community, and motivate attendees to continue promoting initiatives that foster learning and collaboration inside and outside the university.

Biography:

Electronics and Telecommunications Engineer, professional in project management and technology, with experience in software development, artificial intelligence, and quality assurance. Focused on innovation, efficiency, and regulatory compliance, applying agile methodologies such as Scrum to drive strategic results and digital transformation in business environments.

Work experience: 4 years of experience

Current position: Product Developer

Email:

Address:Popayan, Cauca, Colombia, 190002

Jorge Vargas

The IEEE Day 2025 forum will be a space for dialogue and exchange of experiences between former members of the IEEE Unicauca Student Branch, the branch's faculty advisor, and invited external professionals. Its purpose is to reflect on the impact of the IEEE on students' academic, personal, and professional development, as well as to analyze the importance of participation in technical and leadership spaces.

During the forum, guests will share their trajectories, learnings, and perspectives on how their experiences in the IEEE and in the workplace have contributed to their growth. Topics related to technological innovation, teamwork, project management, and the development opportunities offered by technical volunteering will also be addressed.

This space seeks to strengthen the bond between generations of members, promote active participation in the IEEE community, and motivate attendees to continue promoting initiatives that foster learning and collaboration inside and outside the university.

Biography:

Full-Stack Developer, graduated in Electronic Engineering and Telecommunications from the University of Cauca, where he also served as Advertising Coordinator in the IEEE Student Branch during the year of TET 2022.

With approximately three years of experience, he currently serves as a Mid-Senior Frontend Developer, exercising a technical leadership role and promoting best practices within his team. He stands out for his ability to combine technical knowledge with a creative vision for the development of modern web applications.

He complements his experience with certifications in Design Patterns, Clean Microservices Architectures, Docker, NestJS, Advanced React, Scrum, and Cloud Computing.

His focus is on building scalable, structured, user-experience-oriented software, while always maintaining an attitude of continuous learning and collaborative leadership.

Email:

Address:Popayan, Cauca, Colombia, 190002

Juan David Hoyos

The IEEE Day 2025 forum will be a space for dialogue and exchange of experiences between former members of the IEEE Unicauca Student Branch, the branch's faculty advisor, and invited external professionals. Its purpose is to reflect on the impact of the IEEE on students' academic, personal, and professional development, as well as to analyze the importance of participation in technical and leadership spaces.

During the forum, guests will share their trajectories, learnings, and perspectives on how their experiences in the IEEE and in the workplace have contributed to their growth. Topics related to technological innovation, teamwork, project management, and the development opportunities offered by technical volunteering will also be addressed.

This space seeks to strengthen the bond between generations of members, promote active participation in the IEEE community, and motivate attendees to continue promoting initiatives that foster learning and collaboration inside and outside the university.

Biography:

Electronic Engineer graduated from the Autonomous University of Cauca, with a specialization in Development Project Management. He has ongoing training in technological innovation, social entrepreneurship, and leadership. He currently serves as Co-CEO of DETEF S.A.S., where he leads the company's overall strategy, coordinates multidisciplinary teams, and designs projects with social impact focused on technological education and inclusive robotics.

He is a founder and entrepreneur of technological initiatives aimed at inclusion, with experience in the development of adaptive devices for people with visual impairments. In addition, he has worked as a teacher and advisor in robotics and applied technology, promoting practical learning, collaborative work, and the participation of diverse communities.

His main soft skills include collaborative leadership, effective communication, empathy and social sensitivity, resilience, and adaptability. His career reflects a commitment to developing projects that integrate technology with social welfare and the formation of interdisciplinary teams focused on change.

Address:Popayan, Cauca, Colombia, 190002

Viyils Sangregorio

The IEEE Day 2025 forum will be a space for dialogue and exchange of experiences between former members of the IEEE Unicauca Student Branch, the branch's faculty advisor, and invited external professionals. Its purpose is to reflect on the impact of the IEEE on students' academic, personal, and professional development, as well as to analyze the importance of participation in technical and leadership spaces.

During the forum, guests will share their trajectories, learnings, and perspectives on how their experiences in the IEEE and in the workplace have contributed to their growth. Topics related to technological innovation, teamwork, project management, and the development opportunities offered by technical volunteering will also be addressed.

This space seeks to strengthen the bond between generations of members, promote active participation in the IEEE community, and motivate attendees to continue promoting initiatives that foster learning and collaboration inside and outside the university.

Biography:

PhD in Engineering with an emphasis on Computing and Electronics from the University of La Sabana. He holds a Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering with an emphasis on Automation and Control from the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul (Brazil) and a specialization in Instrumentation and Control from the Pontifical Bolivarian University. His academic and professional career combines research, teaching, and technology consulting, with experience in the integration of PLC-based automatic systems and industrial wireless networks. During his PhD, he worked on the control and optimization of microalgae cultures, applying advanced adaptive control strategies. He currently works as a consultant at Oracle in the area of Operations Support Systems (OSS) for the telecommunications sector, where he contributes to the development of automation and artificial intelligence solutions. His research has been published in high-impact journals such as Elsevier and Taylor & Francis and presented at IEEE international conferences.

Address:Popayan, Cauca, Colombia, 190002

Oscar Calderon

The IEEE Day 2025 forum will be a space for dialogue and exchange of experiences between former members of the IEEE Unicauca Student Branch, the branch's faculty advisor, and invited external professionals. Its purpose is to reflect on the impact of the IEEE on students' academic, personal, and professional development, as well as to analyze the importance of participation in technical and leadership spaces.

During the forum, guests will share their trajectories, learnings, and perspectives on how their experiences in the IEEE and in the workplace have contributed to their growth. Topics related to technological innovation, teamwork, project management, and the development opportunities offered by technical volunteering will also be addressed.

This space seeks to strengthen the bond between generations of members, promote active participation in the IEEE community, and motivate attendees to continue promoting initiatives that foster learning and collaboration inside and outside the university.

Biography:

Electronics and Telecommunications Engineer 1996 and Specialist in Networks and Telematic Services 1999 from the University of Cauca; Diploma of Advanced Studies 2004, Polytechnic University of Catalonia, and Master's Degree in ICT-mediated Education from the University of the North, 2021. Full Professor attached to the Department of Telecommunications. He has served as Dean of the Faculty of Electronics and Telecommunications 2013-2017, Head of the Information and Communications Technology Division at the University of Cauca 2017-2021, and Head of the Telecommunications Department 2009-2013 and 2021-present. He is a member of the GNTT and GRIAL Research Groups at the University of Cauca, with areas of interest in quality of service in IP-based networks, IP networks, and IT-based education.

Email:

Address:Popayan, Cauca, Colombia, 190002