Speakers & Workshops
Learn from industry experts and community leaders through hands-on workshops and tech talks. Our speakers bring real-world experience and cutting-edge knowledge to help you level up your skills.

Cindy Pua Kah Qi
Vice President @ APU Hackthletes & Web Development Lead @ GDGoC APU
Workshop
Introduction to Web Development & APIs
Cindy is a passionate software developer serving as Vice President of APU Hackthletes and Web Development Lead for GDGoC APU. With strong expertise in problem-solving and collaborative tech development, she has mentored countless students in bridging technical implementation with strategic project delivery. She specializes in team collaboration, agile development practices, and building user-centered solutions that create real-world impact.

Raziq Din
Full Stack Developer at HKL & Software Engineering Lead @ GDGoC MMU
Workshop
Quote It Up ! Your First Android App with API Calls
Raziq Din is a Full Stack Developer at Hospital Kuala Lumpur (HKL) and the Software Engineering Lead at GDGoC Multimedia University. He is actively involved in building real-world web applications in the healthcare sector while mentoring student developers in creating impactful, scalable projects. His passion lies in helping others grow as developers by sharing practical skills and industry insights.

Vrijraj
CTO & Google Developers Expert
Google Developers
Workshop
Building Scalable Web Apps with Firebase
Vrijraj is a CTO, community builder, and GDE for Firebase and Web Technologies. Formerly a GDG Jalandhar organizer for seven years, he has delivered 400+ technical sessions worldwide. His expertise spans Web, GCP, and UI/UX Design. A dedicated mentor and lifelong learner, he is also a foodie and YouTube enthusiast.

Salman Firdaus
Lead Web Development Core Team @ GDGoC IIUM
Workshop
Frontend Development with Flutter
Leading web development initiatives at GDGoC IIUM, Salman specializes in facilitating technical workshops and building solutions for student communities. His experience spans cross-platform mobile development with Flutter and Firebase, full-stack web development, and organizing practical training sessions. As a former KitaHack 2025 Assistant Web Developer, he understands hackathon challenges and helps participants transform ideas into functional, impactful solutions.

Cheng Kar Meng (William)
AI & Cloud Innovator
Workshop
Turning AI & Cloud Ideas into Real-World Impact
Cheng Kar Meng (William) works at the intersection of AI, Cloud development, and Data Analytics to turn complex ideas into measurable impact. From winning hackathons to leading student organizations, he specializes in building ground-up solutions for real-world problems. A firm believer in growth through persistence, William spends his off-hours bouldering, reminding himself that progress comes from showing up and pushing past hurdles, one hold at a time.
Ooi Rui Zhe
KitaHack 2025 Champion
University of Malaya
Workshop
From Zero to Hero: KitaHack 2025 Champions
Rexton is a second-year Computer Science (AI) student at University of Malaya and the winner of KitaHack 2025. He has built an impressive track record across entrepreneurship, data analytics, and community leadership. From heading sponsorship operations at UM Startup Community to leading multimedia initiatives, he brings a unique perspective on how technology intersects with storytelling and business strategy. As a KitaHack champion, he understands what it takes to build winning solutions under pressure and turn ambitious ideas into executable realities.