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A venue that fosters sharing of intellectual resources, the pursuit of dreams and visions, and friendship and cooperation among ICT professionals.

16/04/2026

📢 MEET THE CANDIDATES: 2026 PCS Board of Trustees 📢

We are pleased to introduce the official candidates for the upcoming election! Each nominee brings a wealth of experience and a unique vision for the future of the Philippine Computer Society.

The Official Slate: (Alphabetical by Surname)
🔹John Edgar S. Anthony
🔹Magie Antonio
🔹Irene L. Balmes
🔹Edmundo G. Casiño
🔹Jed G. Concepcion
🔹Edison M. Diaz
🔹Aris E. Ignacio
🔹Carlos C. Manuel
🔹Edgardo S. Marquez
🔹Froilan D. Mobo
🔹Hilario F. Narida
🔹Mar Ian N. Novencido
🔹Mc Joben R. Reyes

🔍 Get to know your candidates: We encourage all members to review their professional backgrounds and strategic visions before the election begins. Your vote shapes the future of our IT community!

🔗 Read their profiles here: https://bit.ly/PCSBoT2026_OfficialCandidates
Or scan the QR code in the image below!
🗓️ ONLINE ELECTION DATES: April 20 – April 22, 2026

26/03/2026

PCS MMM-TECHTALKS!

🔐 **Building a Strong Cybersecurity Foundation Through Network Security**

📅 **Date:** Tuesday, March 31, 2026
⏰ **Time:** 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM
💻 **Platform:** Online via Zoom

Strengthen your cybersecurity foundation by mastering the essentials of **network security**—the backbone of protecting today’s digital world.

💡 **What you’ll learn:**
• Real-world strategies to protect data, systems, and infrastructure
• Key concepts in TCP/IP, network architecture, and threat defense
• Best practices in securing data centers and enterprise networks
• Insights from an industry expert + interactive Q&A

👨‍💻 **Resource Speaker:**
**Jaworski Purugganan**
Senior Cyber Defense Consultant, Verizon

With over 14 years of experience in network security across implementation and operations, and a Master’s degree in Cybersecurity from the Asian Institute of Management, our speaker brings deep industry knowledge and practical insights into modern security challenges.

📌 **Program Highlights:**
• Induction of New PCS Members
• Technical Talk
• PCS Updates & Announcements
• JPCS Updates & Opportunities
• Open Forum & Networking

🚀 **Why Join?**
✔ Gain practical cybersecurity insights from an industry expert
✔ Strengthen your understanding of real-world network security applications
✔ Connect with IT professionals, educators, and fellow students
✔ Receive a certificate of participation (for eligible members)

✨ Be part of a future-ready tech community!

📣 **REGISTER NOW**
https://bit.ly/PCS_MMM_TECHTALKS_31Mar2026

Don't miss this exclusive PCS–JPCS collaboration!

24/02/2026

🚀 PCS TECHTALKS & Monthly Membership Meeting
📢 Synergy of IoT, AI and Robotics
📅 Friday, February 27, 2026
⏰ 1:30 PM – 3:45 PM
💻 Online via Zoom

Join us for an exciting and insightful session exploring how IoT, AI, robotics, and computer vision are transforming real-world systems across industries and communities!

🔎 What You’ll Discover:
🔹 The evolution from rule-based robotics to edge-AI powered autonomous solutions
🔹 How AIoT and collaborative robotics are applied in household, office, and industrial settings
🔹 Context-aware technology solutions for developing countries facing infrastructure and resource constraints
🔹 Interactive Q&A with a global AI practitioner

🎤 Resource Speaker:
Dr. Ramesh Marikhu
CEO & Founder, Almonds A.I. Company Pvt. Ltd.
Senior Research Project Manager, AI Center, Asian Institute of Technology

Dr. Marikhu earned his Ph.D. in Computer Science from the Asian Institute of Technology in 2024 with a perfect 4.0 CGPA.

With over two decades of experience, he has led major projects in computer vision, edge computing, and intelligent traffic systems—including vehicle trajectory analysis and automated traffic violation detection in Thailand.

🏅 Recipient of:
• Vice Chancellor Gold Medal – Kathmandu University
• YP Singhania AIT Masters Thesis Award
An expert in C++, Python, Java, OpenCV, machine learning, and ISO 29110-based software project management, Dr. Marikhu bridges advanced AI research with scalable, real-world applications.

📌 PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

• Induction of New PCS Members
• Technical Talk
• PCS Updates & Announcements
• JPCS Updates & Opportunities
• Open Forum & Networking

🌐 Why Join?
✅ Gain global insights on AIoT, robotics, and edge computing from an international AI leader
✅ Understand real-world system integration challenges and solutions
✅ Connect with IT professionals, educators, and fellow students across PCS & JPCS
✅ Certificate of participation will be issued to eligible members after the talk

✨ REGISTER NOW and don’t miss this exclusive PCS event!
https://bit.ly/Pre-reg_PCSMMMTECHTALKS_27Feb2026

13/02/2026

𝐉𝐔𝐒𝐓 𝐈𝐍: DICT and COMELEC Advisory Council Gear Up for Safer and Smoother Upcoming National Elections

Aligned with President's directive for clean and secure elections, the DICT, led by Secretary Henry Aguda, together with COMELEC Commissioner Nelson Celis, CIOF Chairman George Kintanar, PPCRV IT Director Rommel Bernardo, PCS Trustee Titus Manuel, DOST - NCR Assistant Regional Director Osric Primo Bern Quibot, and DepEd Technical Assistant IV Ma. Akita Macabare, convened the first Comelec Advisory Council (CAC) Meeting on Automated Election Systems. The council kicked off early preparations for the next national elections, working together to ensure that voting is smooth, secure, and worry-free for every Filipino.

22/08/2025

🚀 Future Ready: PCS–JPCS TECHTALKS Special Edition & Monthly Membership Meeting

🎯 AI in Action: Practical Uses of Artificial Intelligence
📅 Date: Thursday, August 28, 2025
🕜 Time: 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Online via Zoom

✨ Discover how AI is shaping the way we live, work, and study.
✨ Learn real-world applications and use cases
✨ Watch a live demo of AI tools you can use today
✨ Join an interactive Q&A session

👨‍💻 Guest Speaker:
Dr. Gerard Nathaniel Ngo
Chief Software Architect & Chief AI Technology Officer, AMA Education System

Dr. Ngo is a multi-certified technology leader who transforms organizations through AI integration, scalable software architecture, and digital learning platforms. With expertise spanning AI, cloud computing, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies, Dr. Ngo bridges the gap between academic research and enterprise solutions, ensuring systems meet rigorous industry standards.

📌 Program Highlights
• Induction of New PCS Members
• Technical Talk & Live Demo
• PCS Updates & Announcements
• JPCS Updates & Opportunities
• Open Forum & Networking

🌟 Why Join?
✅ Gain practical insights on AI from an expert speaker
✅ Connect with IT professionals, educators, and students
✅ Explore career pathways and opportunities in PCS & JPCS
✅ Certificate of Attendance-Participation will be issued to eligible members

💡 Be part of a future-ready tech community!
👉 REGISTER NOW: https://bit.ly/PCS_VirtualMMM_TechTalks_28Aug2025

15/07/2025

Celebrate Artificial Intelligence Month with us!

Are You Ready for the Age of AI Regulation?

Join us at this month's PCS MMM-TECHTALKS!

🧠 Topic: Regulating the Future: Global and Local A.I. Legislation
📅 When: July 23, 2025 | 🕜 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM (PHT)
📍 Where: Zoom (Online)

🎙️ Speaker: Atty. Omar Sana – Tech policy expert, ex-DICT, now with Huawei PH

Get insights on AI laws around the world and the proposed Artificial Intelligence Regulation Act in PH Senate.

📌 Also Featuring:
✅ Induction of New PCS Members
📜 Certificate of Membership & Attendance

🔗 Register now: https://bit.ly/PreRegister_PCS-MMMTECHTALKS-23July2025

10/06/2025

📢 Election Rerun Alert from PCS EleComm – Let’s Make It Count!

Hi PCS Members,

As you may know, the PCS Elections for the Board of Trustees held in April didn’t go as planned. We didn’t meet the minimum turnout for a quorum, so the election was declared invalid.

The good news? We now have a fresh opportunity to vote and make it count! 🗳️

🗓 Save the date: June 16–22, 2025
The rerun election is coming up, and we’re aiming for a strong turnout this time! Whether you voted last time or not, this is your chance to help shape our representation.

📬 Please check your email for important documents, including:
✅ The updated Election Calendar
✅ PCS Proxy Votes Guidelines
✅ Proxy Form

If your email address has changed, please notify our Secretariat at [email protected] as soon as you can.

Let’s make this rerun a success—your vote really does matter!

30/05/2025

Please join to our new private group. Thank you!

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