On April 22, 2026, as part of the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology Week at Kyiv National University of Technologies and Design, an event took place that, without exaggeration, became one of the highlights of the academic season an interactive master class on microcontroller system programming, organized by the Department of Information and Computer Technologies.
The event was led by Yuriy Oleksandrovych Lebedenko, an associate professor in the department an expert who knows how to translate complex engineering concepts into clear and engaging practical applications. The event gained particular momentum thanks to the participation of Kristina Kalinina, a fourth-year student majoring in Software Engineering (Specialty 121), who served as an assistant mentor. Her story became a vivid example of how perseverance, modern education, and involvement in practical projects open up real professional horizons.
The workshop participants took a deep dive into the world of embedded systems and the Internet of Things (IoT) one of the most promising sectors of the modern IT industry. They learned about microcontroller architecture, the principles of creating IoT solutions, the possibilities of integration with cloud services, and the application of intelligent algorithms in distributed systems. Importantly, theory was immediately reinforced by practice: working with real sensors, modules, and actuators allowed participants to feel like real engineers right during the class.
The highlight of the event was the hands-on session, during which each participant went through the entire process of creating a prototype automated temperature control system: from assembling the electronic circuit to writing, uploading, and testing the software code. The atmosphere of the event transformed into a space for engineering creativity with lively discussions, experiments, and the first successful launches of their own systems.
The event generated tremendous interest and received positive feedback from participants, many of whom expressed a desire to continue working in this field. They now have the opportunity to join the “Embedded Systems and the Internet of Things” club, where they can develop their own projects, work with like-minded peers, and hone their practical skills.
The master class was not just an educational event, but a powerful impetus for professional development, demonstrating that modern engineering education at KNUTD is a synergy of knowledge, technology, and real-world experience. It is here that ideas shaping the future are born, and it is here that students take their first steps toward a career in the innovative IT industry.
28.04.2026
