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Kristoffer Dominic Amora
To serve, represent, to lead, and inspire others.
email: [email protected]
(Mobile contact: Availaab
5A Zodiac Drive, Pleasant Homes Subd., Brgy Punta Princesa, Cebu City 6000, Philippines
Profile ( kindly view online for better layout / formatting: https://goo.gl/kX4Wj6 )
When provided with the right tools and full support towards something bigger, I believe great things can be achieved. I am at my best when given the opportunity to serve, represent, lead, inspire and provide others the support to achieve their, the team's, or the entire organization's goals.
I always find meaning and purpose in everything I do. Everyday is a learning experience and a continuous pursuit of finding opportunities - to learn more about leadership, service, culture, innovation, technology, entrepreneurship, and advocacy.
Outside my professional work, I am a Congenital Heart Disease (CHD) advocate as my second son has a Congenital Heart Defect. You may watch this video for more information. Furthermore, I am a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) Education advocate supporting institutions that share the same mission. I also support the local Tech Startup Community and help build grassroots communities that I am involved in.
Patents
Produce and Non-Produce Verification using Hybrid Scanner
United States US10650232B2 | Patent Granted: May 05, 2020
Approaches to produce verification are addressed which may be suitably employed in conjunction with a low resolution image scanner. Features, such as lines, corners, text, texture, edges and the like are extracted and compared with features for an identified item or evaluated to determine if the features collectively are indicative of a produce item or a non-produce item.
- Inventors:
- Kristoffer Dominic Amora, Chao He (PhD), Em Parac, Richard Quipanes, Meng Yu (PhD)
Methods to Improve Automated Check-in
United States US8626120 B2 | Patent Granted: January 7, 2014
Techniques are provided for automating check-in using a mobile device. In an embodiment, a user provides at least some required information using a mobile application on a mobile device. The mobile application on the mobile device may convert that data into a Quick Response (“QR”) code or any other type of readable form that may be read or received by a device at the location of check-in. The information entered may be stored in the mobile device’s memory and may be modified for future check-ins. A user would enter a particular location requiring check-in and present the mobile phone containing the information previously entered by the user to a reader at the particular location. The reader reads the information and the information may be transmitted to the location’s database.
- Inventors:
- Kristoffer Dominic Amora, Cres Daryl Sadernas
NCR Inventors Wall (My photo: first row, 4th from the left)
Helping people live healthier lives and helping make the health system work better for everyone. We are on a mission to contribute and support the Digital Therapeutics Program with people, process, and technology.
IT Manager - Software Development
Business Systems Analyst, System Solutions & Business Intelligence,
Information Technology Division
Chong Hua Hospital
October 2019 - June 2022
Leads and currently building a team that focuses on executing strategic objectives and providing strong support towards patient-centered care and solutions for the organization, driven by endeavors that encompass Data Analytics and Business Intelligence, Innovation, Customer Experience, and Continuous Improvement. This includes leading the division's agile transformation, evaluating legacy systems and modernize them if feasible, contributes to long-term strategies in the IT domain, understanding business processes, propose tools and improvements in software development and project management processes, mindset and culture change, proposal and implementation of innovative projects that impact patient care experience in addition to addressing internal customer projects.
Introduced the following initiatives, methodologies, approaches, and best practices:
• Agile Manifesto and principles
• Scrum and Kanban
• Processes and the use of modern tools in software development, project management, and cross-platform strategies
• Inclination towards User Experience (UX), Design Principles, and Design Systems
• DevOps: Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery
[Tools/Technology Stacks/Keywords]: Agile, Scrum, Kanban, Atlassian Confluence, Jira Software, Bitbucket, Git, Qlik, Qlik Sense, C#, Xamarin, Visual Studio, IBM Watson Assistant, Angular, Typescript, Ionic, Node.js, Docker, Cypress, Snyk, Progressive Web App (PWA)
Featured Project: DOKi
DOKi App | Year in Review
{ 2020 }
Tech Startups
senseServ Labs | August 2018 - January 2020
Together with our partners, we are on a mission to help jump the Philippines into IoT, IIoT, and Industry 4.0, by generating awareness and public interest to emerging technologies and by providing remote monitoring solutions, smarter systems and devices, and alternative data connectivity for wireless sensor networks.
SenseServ Labs is a new tech startup that I Co-Founded that is focusing on LoRa / LoRaWAN IoT solutions. Visit our website here.
[Tools/Technology Stacks/Keywords]: LoRa, LoRaWAN, AcSIP, AcSIP S76S SoM, STM32L073xZ, ThingsBoard, Bluetooth Low Energy, Bluetooth LE, BLE, Bluetooth Smart, OTA, Over-the-air Firmware update, nRF52832, nRF52840, STM32L0x3, STM32L476, STM32F407xx, ARM Cortex M0+, STM32 Workbench, STM32 CubeMX, Keil uVision5, Atollic TrueStudio for STM32, Embedded C, Firmware, Embedded Systems, FreeRTOS, NordicSemi, Segger, Segger Embedded Studio, Segger RTT, ARM GNU Toolchain, VSCode, Git, Github, GitLab, KiCad EDA
CKDI + Logixt | December 2017 - August 2019
Built an early stage startup with a project that involves front-end web development using Javascript, AngularJS, and MySQL RDBMS for a system running machines in a warehouse and material handling automation environment. One side project also explores the areas of speech recognition systems using Google Cloud Speech API, on-device recognition system, TensorFlow, AI, and machine learning frameworks. Another development project is Fitbit App and Clock face development using the SDK for Fitbit OS.
[Tools/Technology Stacks/Keywords]: AngularJS, Javascript, MySQL RDBMS, Fitbit, Fitbit OS, Clockface, ESP32, ESP32Wroom, ESP32-IDF, ESP32-ADF, Google Cloud Speech API, TensorFlow, AI, ML
Experience as a Firmware / Software Engineer
Sr. Firmware/Software Developer, Far East Advance Development Group
TMX Philippines, Inc. (a division of TIMEX Group USA)
April 2017 - August 2017
Our small, cross-functional team (we call ourselves Ocean's 10) helps explore TMX's venture into OEM business that would bring TIMEX as one of the providers of wearable devices to a Healthcare Wellness Program in the USA (learn more). We brought in what we have started at Fortify Technologies and developed what is considered to be TMX Philippines' first digital fitness wristband activity tracker aimed to be mass produced locally (in Cebu, Philippines).
Sr. Device Firmware Developer, Rapid R&D Department
Fortify Technologies Asia, Inc.
November 2014 - February 2017
We help people move, stay fit, and healthy by making wireless wearable devices, accessories, and software applications. The devices we make are also part of experiments that would answer research questions of data scientists that leads to innovative data products, new business models, process innovation in the healthcare sector, and effective corporate wellness programs.
- Our team works and collaborates with contract manufacturers and prototyping houses in Shenzhen, China in a fast-paced rapid R&D environment with projects running in parallel. Furthermore, we're building the team, its talent, and growth by developing products that are designed entirely in Cebu and manufactured in the local soil.
- Responsible for research and development of Firmware, Embedded Systems, and/or Software applications for devices communicating over wireless channels under the health and fitness device category. This includes proof of concept demos, functional prototypes, rapid product design and development and tests.
Developer, Health Devices Group
Savvysherpa Asia, Inc.
August 2013 - November 2014
Helped in growing a startup team of Engineers making devices and software applications used for data science research and effective corporate wellness/fitness programs tied up in a unique healthcare business model. We wore different hats (from conceptualization, product development, to making tools for production or manufacturing) to make the vision a reality and shipped our first activity tracker product after a year.
- The skills learned and the team's growth in terms of capabilities led into shaping a new company/business unit called Fortify Technologies Asia, Inc.
Key Projects in TIMEX, Fortify Technologies and Savvysherpa
Bluetooth Smart USB Dongle
Led the firmware development of a Bluetooth Low Energy USB device that serves as a medium of data communication (BLE and USB HID) between a wearable device and PC.
In early 2017, there were over 75K pieces mass-produced in Laguna (PCBA) and Cebu (final assembly + mass firmware flashing.
[Tools/Technology Stacks/Keywords]: Bluetooth Low Energy, Bluetooth LE, BLE, Bluetooth Smart, CSR1012 SoC, OTA, Over-the-air Firmware update, Microchip PIC16LF1454 MCU, USB HID Bootloader, Embedded C, Firmware, Embedded Systems, Python, QT Framework, C++, Git, Github
Sync Station Device (over 2G or 3G Cellular Network)
Led the firmware development of a standalone device that is plugged on the wall silently scanning and connecting BLE peripherals, gathers data, then uploads information to the cloud via GSM or 3G cellular network.
My colleague and I validated the device's functionality in connecting and capturing wearable devices' data onsite at Intermountain Healthcare, Salt Lake City, Utah.
[Tools/Technology Stacks/Keywords]: Bluetooth Low Energy, Bluetooth LE, Bluetooth Smart, CSR1012 SoC, Embedded C, Firmware, Embedded Systems, Quectel M95 GSM module, Quectel UG95 3G module, Python, QT Framework, C++, Git, Github
Wristband Fitness Activity Tracker
(with built-in USB Data Sync)
A Bluetooth Low Energy wristband activity tracker that can count steps, sync data over BLE as well as via USB HID.
First version of the product was manufactured in Shenzhen, China. The prototype of the enhanced second version was assembled in TMX Philippines Inc. (Cebu).
[Tools/Technology Stacks/Keywords]: Bluetooth Low Energy, Bluetooth LE, BLE, Bluetooth Smart, Nordic nRF52832 SoC, OTA, Over-the-air Firmware update, Microchip PIC16LF1454 MCU, USB HID Bootloader, Embedded C, Firmware, Embedded Systems, Python, QT Framework, C++, Git, Github
Sync Station Embedded Android Device
This device has the same overall functionality of the 2G/3G Sync Station. However, this device leverages the lower cost of today's smartphone design and common components instead of using an expensive, dedicated 2G GSM or 3G module. Think of a smartphone plugged on the wall. It runs an embedded Android OS System. Underneath, it is equipped with Qualcomm MSM8909 SoM and our Sync App runs on top of it.
[Tools/Technology Stacks/Keywords]: Qualcomm MSM8909, Embedded Android, Android Bluetooth Low Energy, Git, Github, Java
UnitedHealthcare Motion Incentivizes Consumers with Connected Wearables
The wristband Trio Activity Tracker that our team was working on is featured in this video.
Rx Navigait Program
The wrist-worn wearable device including the stand-alone wireless sync station device shown in this video are designed and developed by our team.
Heal faster using a wearable?
Dr. Ott explains how a carefully designed treatment plan with the use of a customized wearable device helped post-surgery patients heal faster.
As Team Leader / Technical Lead, Firmware / Software Engineer, and Researcher at NCR
2013
Technical Lead
Applied Innovation Team (Cebu)
NCR Corporation
Jul 2013 - Aug 2013
- Led a small team and helped bring a Technology (that was born from Research) to a next generation Product.
- Submitted invention disclosures, two of which, are already published in the public domain (see links above).
- Submitted internal Research Papers in the field of Human-Computer-Interaction and Embedded Computer Vision.
- Completed Green Belt Six Sigma Certification requirements applied on a Research Project.
- One of the pioneering NCR Brand Ambassadors in Cebu.
- Proposed and developed forward-looking projects (Technology/Products envisioned in the next 3 to 5 years) for NCR which in turn generate new Intellectual Properties for the Company in the following fields:
- Image Processing, Machine Learning
- Embedded Computer Vision
- Implementation of Patent Applications Rapid Prototyping for NCR's Lines of Businesses
- Proof-of-Concept demos for stakeholders
- Strategic Research
Sr. Software Research Engineer
Applied Innovation Team
NCR Corporation
Jan 2013 - Jul 2013
"The Applied Innovation Team de-risks ideas with feasibility analysis and customer feedback through rapid prototyping of Proof of Concepts (POC), Demos and Customer Beta Tests.
This team also helps facilitate the creation of ideas through mechanisms such as Reverse Innovation Challenges, Code-a-thons, Technology Partnerships, Technology Research and managing an internal idea submission portal.
The Applied Innovation team is a small team of senior-level technical talent representing all key R&D disciplines such as software engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering; as well as having key domain knowledge in strategic technology areas. This team provides an opportunity for our best engineers to rotate into, develop and hone their innovation skills.
Our team's mission is to be the innovation catalyst and development accelerator for NCR. Our methodology is to partner and co-invest with business to rapidly prototype and prove out new solutions. This helps business teams de-risk their roadmaps while fast-tracking promising or important new ideas."
*Content Source/Author: Phil Ventimiglia - http://blogs.ncr.com/ncr-innovation/innovation/applied-innovation-solving-idea-gap/
Driving Innovation
NCR's Innovation and Research arm has evolved to different team names (but still the same people behind it) -- from Advanced Technology & Research to NCR Labs, to NCR Hardware and Software Labs, and to Applied Innovation Team. Our team in Cebu has been working closely with colleagues in Dundee, Atlanta, HK, and Japan.
2010 - 2012
Sr. Software Research Engineer
NCR Hardware Labs
Nov 2011 - Dec 2012
I helped the team in providing data-driven, technical answers to research questions that provide clarity whether our technology is feasible or easily transferable to Engineering Lines of Businesses and Product Development Teams.
Sr. Software Research Engineer
NCR Software Labs
Jul 2011 - Oct 2011
- Agile and Scrum Methodologies
- Spring Framework
- Enterprise Platform, Architecture, and Design Patterns.
Sr. Software Research Engineer
Advanced Technology & Research, NCR Labs
Oct 2010 - Jun 2011
- Led a small team in proposing forward looking projects for NCR in the area of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI).
- Built a prototype that demonstrates speech recognition using available technology stacks on a mobile platform specifically on Windows Phone 7.
Software Research Engineer
Advanced Technology & Research, NCR Labs
Feb 2010 - Sep 2010
Key Projects in NCR Labs / Research / Applied Innovation Team
Confidential Project Theme:
Embedded Computer Vision
[Tools/Technology Stacks/Keywords]: MATLAB, Analog Devices Blackfin BF609, Aptina MT9V024 Image Sensor, Micrium uC/OS III RTOS, CrossCore Embedded Studio (CCES), SVN, Embedded C
Confidential Project Theme:
Image Processing and Computer Vision
[Tools/Technology Stacks/Keywords]: MATLAB, OpenSURF, MySQL Community Server, MySQL Cluster, JavaSE, Database, Scalability, Mendeley, LaTeX
Confidential Project Theme:
Services, Mobile Apps
[Tools/Technology Stacks/Keywords]: NFC, jQuery, jQuery Mobile, PHP, MySQL, PDO, PhoneGap, Android, iOS, native app, hybrid app, mobile web app
Confidential Project Theme:
Human-Computer Interaction
[Tools/Technology Stacks/Keywords]: Touch, Speech Recognition, Gesture Recognition, Automotive, Cloud Computing, Mobile, Android, iOS, Windows Mobile, Windows Phone 7, C#, Windows Communication Foundation (WCF), Mendeley, LaTeX
Confidential Project Theme: Wayfinding
Proof-of-Concept embedded systems project exploring the development of a low-cost wayfinding device using open source software and off-the-shelf hardware.
[Tools/Technology Stacks/Keywords]: Embedded Systems, Embedded Linux, Thin-Client, Video Streaming, C, C#, .NET, Mono, MonoDevelop, Git, Ubuntu, USB with FTDI, RFID, Wi-Fi, Beagleboard, TI OMAP, Adobe Flash Animation, Open Source Hardware, Open Source Software, Rapid Prototyping, Off-the-shelf components, Mendeley, LaTeX
NCR Labs Open Day (Imagine. Inspire. Innovate)
An internal 3-day event showcasing NCR Labs-Cebu's proof-of-concept (POC) projects, opening them up for the rest of NCR Cebu organization to view. It aims to raise the bar of invention disclosures, further educate, and inspire innovation across the local organization.
See videos below...
NCR Labs Open Day Teaser
An internal 3-day event showcasing NCR Labs-Cebu's proof-of-concept (POC) projects, opening them up for the rest of NCR Cebu organization to view. It aims to raise the bar of invention disclosures, further educate, and inspire innovation across the local organization.
Recap & Timelapse
Recap of the NCR Labs Open Day 2010 event. This video shows a glimpse of the activities and post-event feedback from other teams within the NCR Cebu organization.
It was a great experience that raised the bar (in terms of quality and business relevance) of invention disclosures.
2005 - 2010
Team Leader / Software Engineer
NCR RealPOS Scanner Firmware/Edgeware Team
Apr 2007 - Feb 2010
- Led, shaped, and built the team at a peak of 25 team members of Firmware/Software Engineers and Firmware/Software Test Engineers/Quality Assurance team, including On-the-job Trainees (OJTs).
- Involved in project design, scoping, software development, code reviews, and testing of Marvell PXA-based products.
- Ensured timely completion of deliverables.
Software Development Engineer
NCR RealPOS Scanner Firmware/Edgeware Team
Feb 2005 - Apr 2007
- Scoped, designed, and developed low-level software applications that enable customers configure hardware easily. Development includes firmware tracing, simulating firmware processes in memory and development of utilities/tools that supports firmware architecture applications. The toolset developed are beneficial to both engineering and customers.
- Wrote technical project documentation and specifications.
- Created test cases and implements automated test procedures of software applications as well as firmware of ARM-based products. This whole process includes unit testing and system (firmware and software) integration testing. Test automation process includes development of small applications using C and Java ( to cater Linux environment) and WinRunner automated scripts.
Key Project in NCR Scanner Team : EEPROM Configuration Tool
Led the architecture, design, development, and testing of NCR RealScan EEPROM Configuration Tool. It is a standalone software utility that can create, read, compare, convert, and modify Scanner EEPROM binary (bit fields defined in Firmware) as opposed to the industry method of scanning programming sequence tags in front of the scanner in order for the user to be able to configure the hardware.
At its core, all EEPROM bit field definitions are parsed from firmware header files and stored in an encrypted XML file. User interface components are also defined within this encrypted file. The user interface components (for example: group boxes, combo boxes, labels, radio buttons, etc.) are dynamically created at runtime, therefore UI event triggers (event bubbling) are managed and routed at runtime (DOM traversing) as well, managing EEPROM binary object model in memory (which depends on a specific firmware level context the user has selected) and then creates a compatible EEPROM binary file to be downloaded to the EEPROM chip using a Flash tool.
Essentially, the utility is a human-readable UI version of the EEPROM binary. The design of this software was submitted to NCR's internal Invention Disclosure portal emphasizing the novelty of its approach, the method of creating and managing over 800 UI components at runtime using XML files similar to what XAML and other XML-based UI that is popular and standardized now (these were not available at the time it was developed). Unfortunately, patent application was not pursued because the invention disclosure was submitted 3 years after it was developed.
[Tools/Technology Stacks/Keywords]: C# .NET, Embedded C, XML, EEPROM, Visual SourceSafe, NSIS
International Conferences / Events attended
relevant to the industry
CES 2015
Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
CES is a global consumer electronics and consumer technology tradeshow that takes place every January in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Bluetooth Asia 2014
Shanghai, China
Bluetooth World (and Asia) brings together 1000+ developers, executives and start-ups to inspire, innovate and educate.
Maker Faire Shenzhen 2014
Shenzhen, China
The first grand Maker Faire event in Shenzhen showcasing makers, startups, innovators around the world.
Generator Conference v1.2 2014
Shenzhen, China
GENERATOR is a half-day event to learn about the new trend of “Lean Hardware” from startups who have done it successfully. Speakers from various startups, hardware hackers and the startup accelerator HAXLR8R shared their lessons to help makers succeed.
Education
University of San Carlos - Technological Center | 1999 - 2004
Bachelor of Science in Electronics and Communications Engineering (B.S. ECE)
- Conference Presentation of Undergrad thesis: "Microcontroller-based Home Control and Security System via SMS", USC Engineering Research Forum held at SM Conference Hall D, Cebu City, Philippines - March 5, 2004.
- See video below.
- Other Technical Project: "Line + Light Follower Mobile Robot with Front and Rear Obstacle Detection."
- See picture below.
- Mentioned in the following newspaper articles:
- "EXP Interactive: Inspiring Tech Talents", VOT and SunStar, 2003
- "Not your usual student group", SunStar newspaper, 2003
- "Web Designing with the USC COMSOC Web Team", The Freeman newspaper, 2002
- Dean's Lister - SY 1999-2000.
Saint Louis School of Mandaue | 1995 - 1999
Activities and Societies: Ad Infinitum Yearbook Staff (class section editor), SLS Campus Ministry Band (Guitarist), (Class Vice President), Table Tennis Club (Auditor), First Aiders Club (member), Red Cross Youth Council (Vice President), BSP Troop # 171 (S1 - Deputy Head Staff), Table Tennis Team (Varsity Player)
- Louisian of the Year Awardee, 1999
- One of the Most Outstanding Senior Scouts of Cebu, 1998
- Top 6 of the graduating class, 1999
- Best Club Officer (Table Tennis), 1999
- Recipient of 14 Academic Merit Awards, SY 1995 - 1999
Saint Joseph's Academy | 1989 - 1995
Microcontroller-based Home Control & Security System via SMS
This project allows you to control (on/off switching) your home appliances via a Short Message Service (SMS) using your mobile phone. You can also get status of the devices or appliances that are connected to the server. As a safety & security experiment, a temperature monitoring circuit is connected to the server which will send an SMS or call the owner once the temperature reaches a certain threshold.
Firmware code on github:
github.com/coolnumber9/at_cmd_pic_micro_sms
Line + Light Follower Mobile Robot with Front & Rear Obstacle Detection
Default operation of the robot acts as a line follower. When it detects an object at the front panel, the robot reverses at about 2-3 inches at the same time checks if an obstacle at the rear panel is present. If there is no obstacle at the rear panel, the robot rotates at about 180 degrees or more depending on the angle of the track and seeks the line and continue to follow the track avoiding the obstacle. If after reversing, the robot detects an obstacle at the rear panel, the robot will shift to a Light Follower Mode. But before it begins to move, the robot must first detect a light. If light has been detected, the robot follows the light ignoring black line tracks it encounters along the way. But if both left and right light sensors of the robot will be lit at the same time, the robot shifts back to its default Line Follower Mode and seeks a line to follow.
Recent Certifications
nRF Connect SDK Fundamentals
Nordic Dev Academy
11/28/2022 | Certificate No: 7019A867111D3F5-7019A866AEE559A-7019A866ADFACE1
Data Science Specialization Course by Johns Hopkins University
2017 - 2018 | (1) The Data Scientist’s Toolbox, (2) R Programming, (3) Getting and Cleaning Data, (4) Exploratory Data Analysis
* Completed Modules 1 - 4. Sponsored by DOST PCIEERD.
Data Science Foundations: Fundamentals
09/2017 | Certificate No: 95263AE7D8A24220A584B813E75A5F2E
Teaching Techniques: Project-Based Learning
09/2017
09/2017 | Certificate No: 28E0418D7E034CC29F75E83F0D29D68C
Organizations
Volunteering Experience and Causes
Let it ECHO Non-profit Org | Dec 2012 - Present
Co-Founder
Together with other Heart Families that we met, we formed a Non-Profit Org that empowers the families affected by Congenital Heart Defects (CHD), inspire them, and provide them hope.
Internet of Things Cebu (IoT Cebu) | Apr 2016 - Present
Co-Organizer / Facilitator / Volunteer / Contributor
IoT Cebu (#IoTCebu) is a relatively new community of tinkerers, hobbyists, enthusiasts, designers, startup founders, engineers, and professionals, who love to think, play, work, and collaborate with each other.
Initiator
TTN Cebu's mission is to provide the entire Cebu City with Internet of Things data connectivity by crowdsourcing the network by its citizens and local companies.
Lions Club International (2013 - 2015)
USC Computer Society (2001 - 2004)
Philippine National Red Cross (1996 - 2000)
The Philippine Red Cross has truly become the premier humanitarian organization in the country, committed to provide quality life-saving services that protect the life and dignity especially of indigent Filipinos in vulnerable situations.
Boy Scouts of the Philippines (1995 - 1999)
Foremost in preparing the youth to become agents of change in communities, guided by the Scout Oath and Law.
Honors and Awards
Our team, #Project4Sight, created a prototype solution and proof of concept for Child Vision Non-Profit Org that addresses one of their pain points which is how to measure their impact and monitor the progress of their programs.
#EITDigital #DeepHack #Hackathon #UltraHack
Selected from an outstanding pool of applicants based on the selection criteria: capacity for calculated risk, open and critical thinking, initiative with follow-through, and focus on community. However, this selection / offer of admission does not include funding for the tuition fee, travel and accommodation costs. I was not able to generate the initial funds for the reservation in two weeks time but I am looking forward for the second batch in 2019.
Digital Lifeline (2012)
AppBridge
Our Startup team - Digital Lifeline (formed during Startup Weekend Cebu), was recognized, selected, and invited to participate in a global challenge called AppBridge because the nature of our vision, idea, and concept is targeted to a Global Scale and for solving real world problems especially for developing countries and for the less fortunate. We submitted our startup to AppBridge IDEAS challenge and we were one of the Runner-Ups.
- Digital Lifeline is a startup concept that revolutionizes the way people donate. It is aimed to help raise funds for other people in need of medical fund assistance through crowd sourcing digital assets with monetary values.
- Digital Lifeline is a unified digital assets donations platform concept.
- Team: Kristoffer Dominic Amora, Rino Sardon, Edz Quinonez, Anna Umacob, Shiela Marie Palang, Mark N. Amoin, Lloyd Sanchez, Ace Escoton, and Vincent Paul Sedillo.
Louisian of the Year (1999)
Saint Louis School of Mandaue
The highest special award given to an outstanding student who not only excels in academic performance but also in the fields of Christian Living, Social Involvement (inside & outside school), Trainings and activities, and lastly Leadership accomplishments (inside & outside school) who embodies the true qualities of being a respected Louisian. I was awarded with the only gold Medal of Honor which was given during our graduation.
One of the Outstanding Senior Scouts of Cebu (1998)
Boy Scouts of the Philippines, Cebu Council
The search for successful candidates underwent two levels of contest, the Area Level and finally the Cebu Council Level. We were evaluated by our scouting skills (bandaging, first aid, flag signaling, Morse Code, knot tying, lashing, orienteering, compass work, trail & conventional signs, estimation of heights, estimation of distances) achievements, academic performance, awards, recognitions, Rank Badge & Unit Position, and the crucial personal interview evaluation. At the end, only 4 of us Outstanding Senior Scouts from our respected areas were awarded at Casino Español de Cebu.
Speaking Engagement and Presentations (2016-2017)
IoT: The next wave in IT (2016)
"Passerelles numériques (PN) enables young underprivileged people to build their employability through education in the digital industry, and leverage their potential and willpower; it allows them and their family to escape poverty in a sustainable way, and contribute to the social and economic development of their country." -- Their cause attracted me so easily.
I was invited to speak about The Internet of Things #IoT. It was a fun experience because the students were engaged. They asked a lot of interesting questions (some I couldn't answer). I hope they learned a lot from the talk and hope the students got "PNSpired".
As a Maker and involvement in the local Tech Startup Community
The Things Network Cebu (TTN Cebu)
Initiator for the TTN Cebu Community. TTN Cebu is the 2nd official The Things Network Community in the Philippines. "Our mission is to provide the entire Cebu City with Internet of Things data connectivity by crowdsourcing the network by its citizens and local companies." Visit our community page here.
IoT Cebu
Co-Organizer, Facilitator, Volunteer, and Contributor of a grassroots community we call Internet of Things Cebu, or simply IoT Cebu. We built this with other passionate individuals having similar vision. We conduct workshops funded by the government and in partnership with our local Fablab facility. Last January 2017, we participated in the first Maker conference in the Philippines. I was also invited as one of the panelist during the first day.
Click the link below to see the Manifesto that I wrote for our organization.
Learn More on IoT Cebu's ManifestoPiParty 2018
Spearheaded and organized the only #PiParty in the Philippines last March 3, 2018. We celebrated Raspberry Pi's 6th Birthday together with volunteers from IoT Cebu, Cebu Innovation Network (CIN), Fablab UP Cebu, and other communities around the globe.
Slingshot PH Maker Edition Panelist (2017)
Photo source: Fablab Mindanao Facebook Post
IoT Workshops (2016)
The workshops were funded by DTI Cebu, in partnership with Fablab UP and IoT Cebu, for IoT Cebu members, hobbyists, & enthusiasts. I conducted and facilitated Day 2 while two Co-Organizers took care of Day 1 and 3.
The 3-day workshop was broken down into 3 Meetup events:
- Day 1: Basic Arduino + ESP8266 Programming and Circuit Design
- Day 2: Introduction to Raspberry Pi (Basic Programming and Electronics)
- Day 3: Creating IoT Applications with Arduino + ESP8266, RPi, and Pipeero Cloud platform
Featured on Make Website (2013) #DadMakes
Dad Builds Son an Iron Man Arc Reactor
It was almost too late for us to watch the latest #IronMan flick. But since my eldest, 6 yr old, hero fanatic, Rayne, was not fully aware that the movie was out already, I still have time to build our own version of Iron Man's #ArcReactor . It took a few sessions to complete as I need to build it while he was sleeping.
I surprised my son the day (actually #mothersday ) we were going to the movie house to watch #IronMan3 . The mission was to make him feel that he's a #superhero and so he can put on his Arc Reactor and light it up inside the cinema while watching the movie. He was all smiles and it felt really great! :)
Learn MoreBehind the scenes...
Here's the behind the scenes video when I was making our own version of the Iron Man Arc Reactor.
Sorry for the low resolution video. The highest quality is at 360p.
#DadMakes #FathersDay2013 #DadsDay #MAKE #Makezine #GeekDad #DIY
On Past Startups
The First Startup Weekend Cebu (2012)
"Startup Weekend is an intense 54 hour event which focuses on building a web or mobile application which could form the basis of a credible business over the course of a weekend. The weekend brings together people with different skillsets - primarily software developers, graphics designers and business people - to build applications and develop a commercial case around them."
We didn't win but our team Digital Lifeline (formerly TXT2GIVE) was recognized, selected, and invited (together with Codetoki team) at the last minute to participate in a global challenge called AppBridge because the nature of our vision, idea, and concept is targeted to a global scale and for solving real world problems especially for developing countries and for the less fortunate.
"AppBridge is an initiative of the World Economic Forum and was selected to officially launch as a Commitment of the 2011 Clinton Global Initiative. Teams participating in this initiative have chance to meet with former U.S. President Clinton as recognition of their work."
My son Maven (Mavens Heart Fund) was the inspiration to build Digital Lifeline. But the vision doesn't end there. We would like to help people, beneficiaries, NGOs, and donors who are in this situation. We are DIGITAL LIFELINE: Unified Digital Assets Donation platform.
EXP Interactive Studios (our first web startup venture | 2002 - 2004)
SFX Director | Web Designer | Multimedia Developer
EXP Interactive Studios was a 'new media' solutions company ventured by 9 college students. The company was a result of an aggressive move of young, motivated, and dynamic individuals who were able to establish a group that exemplified interests in new media as well as web design and development.
Services offered include rich internet media, web design and development, creative graphics and offline multimedia presentations.
On STEM / STEAM Education Advocacy
Consultant, STEAM Evangelist, Contributor
Compass Education
March 2016 - March 2018
- Helped the organization create projects to showcase during events and exhibits aiming to spark the target audience's interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through LEGO EV3 Mindstorms.
- Worked on prototyping projects that could be added to Compass Education's programs.
ACLC Workshop
Conducted a 3-day workshop and training to ACLC College of Butuan, Butuan City, Agusan del Norte on Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and IoT last December 11-13, 2017. Participants were ITEP Faculty and some Information Technology and Computer Science students.
First BB-8 test (Drive mechanism)
Happy Easter
Glad to build RoboCamp's #EggBot. #EV3 #cebulegorobotics #bestinSTEAM #compasseducation #eggdecorator #eggdesigner Credit and reference for this build: robocamp.eu/egg-designer-for-mindstorms-ev3/
BB-8's Head Iteration
Testing out the magnets for BB-8's head. #NotBuildingBB8
More of BB-8 (on-going project)
BB-8 drive mechanism is using LEGO EV3 Mindstorms.
Still having problems keeping #BB8 's head from falling. The dome stays up if static but once BB8 starts to roll, the head keeps on falling.
On Congenital Heart Disease (CHD) Advocacy
We are a non-profit organization composed of heart parents and individuals who have gone through the ordeal of Congenital Heart Defect. We are warriors, survivors, and storytellers who provide hope and support to ailing CHD-stricken Filipino families through empowerment, education, and counsel.
My wife Hannah Almira Amora is leading and running our non-profit org since 2012 until 2018.
Visit our website: http://www.letitecho.org
The Faces of CHD in the Philippines
Our son Maven led us to these amazing heart warriors.
Source of CHD Facts: http://globalnation.inquirer.net/64313/uae-healthcare-firm-to-fund-surgeries-of-50-filipino-kids-with-heart-defects
Music credit: "All of Me" by Matt Hammitt.
Recommendations / Testimonials (from LinkedIn)
Kristoffer is one of those rare individuals who balances excellent leadership with outstanding technology skills. It was a pleasure working with him through many projects. I knew that his integrity, strong work ethic and sense of ownership of tasks would always result in a high quality product, delivered on-time. I sincerely hope that we can work together in the future.
By J. Stephen McDaniel
Senior Developer/Architect at NCR Corporation
Kristoffer is a very good developer as well as a competent team leader. He is very systematic in approaching a task and very thorough in preparing documentation.
By Rino Sardon Technical Manager | Innovation and Research Manager
For 2 years I've been in NCR, I was very impressed on how he handled things, he was not ever got pressured in any projects. He really follows a systematic way in approaching things. He can manage both his time and the team properly even we are on the peak of work. I also learned a lot from this person especially on decision making & some technical perspective, even until now, I considered him as the best TL I've got. I also consider him as a man with a gift of good leadership & a technically oriented person.
By Mc Alvin Bautista (Team mate)
Kristoffer or we fondly call him Boboy is one of the humblest, and yet very talented professional that I know. We worked together on a couple of projects since college and this guy can wear different hats at the same time without failing to provide impressive and compelling results especially in the area of Sound FX. This guy can create sound FX to interactive flash teasers and the result would be like listening to a million dollar movie trailer done in hollywood on a big screen, amazing huh? Yeah it is...
I can attest to Kristoffer's skills and talent may it be Sound FX production, web design, to multimedia, these are areas in his expertise that I have witnessed and experienced.He is a very important asset to have in any team that he belongs to.
By Peter Paul Tabotabo
Visual Experience Design at ANZ
Kristoffer or 'boboy' as we call him, is a typical silent worker who can lead a group very well. He is technically inclined and well acquainted with the technologies he is handling. He has a sense of humility amidst great accomplishments. Boboy is a good leader and certainly a trustworthy colleague.
By Francis John Dumagat (Office mate)
Readings (on-going)
Shape Up: Stop Running in Circles and Ship Work that Matters
"Shape Up is for product development teams who struggle to ship. If you’ve thought to yourself “Why can’t we ship like we used to?” or “I never have enough time to think about strategy,” then this book can help. You’ll learn language and techniques to define focused projects, address unknowns, and increase collaboration and engagement within your team."
Zero to One
“Doing what someone else already knows how to do takes the world from 1 to n, adding more of something familiar. But when you do something new, you go from 0 to 1. The next Bill Gates will not build an operating system. The next Larry Page or Sergey Brin won’t make a search engine. Tomorrow’s champions will not win by competing ruthlessly in today’s marketplace. They will escape competition altogether, because their businesses will be unique.”
Kristoffer Dominic Amora
To serve, represent, to lead, and inspire others.
email: [email protected]
(Mobile contact: Availaab
5A Zodiac Drive, Pleasant Homes Subd., Brgy Punta Princesa, Cebu City 6000, Philippines
Profile ( kindly view online for better layout / formatting: https://goo.gl/kX4Wj6 )
When provided with the right tools and full support towards something bigger, I believe great things can be achieved. I am at my best when given the opportunity to serve, represent, lead, inspire and provide others the support to achieve their, the team's, or the entire organization's goals.
I always find meaning and purpose in everything I do. Everyday is a learning experience and a continuous pursuit of finding opportunities - to learn more about leadership, service, culture, innovation, technology, entrepreneurship, and advocacy.
Outside my professional work, I am a Congenital Heart Disease (CHD) advocate as my second son has a Congenital Heart Defect. You may watch this video for more information. Furthermore, I am a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) Education advocate supporting institutions that share the same mission. I also support the local Tech Startup Community and help build grassroots communities that I am involved in.
Patents
Produce and Non-Produce Verification using Hybrid Scanner
United States US10650232B2 | Patent Granted: May 05, 2020
Approaches to produce verification are addressed which may be suitably employed in conjunction with a low resolution image scanner. Features, such as lines, corners, text, texture, edges and the like are extracted and compared with features for an identified item or evaluated to determine if the features collectively are indicative of a produce item or a non-produce item.
- Inventors:
- Kristoffer Dominic Amora, Chao He (PhD), Em Parac, Richard Quipanes, Meng Yu (PhD)
Methods to Improve Automated Check-in
United States US8626120 B2 | Patent Granted: January 7, 2014
Techniques are provided for automating check-in using a mobile device. In an embodiment, a user provides at least some required information using a mobile application on a mobile device. The mobile application on the mobile device may convert that data into a Quick Response (“QR”) code or any other type of readable form that may be read or received by a device at the location of check-in. The information entered may be stored in the mobile device’s memory and may be modified for future check-ins. A user would enter a particular location requiring check-in and present the mobile phone containing the information previously entered by the user to a reader at the particular location. The reader reads the information and the information may be transmitted to the location’s database.
- Inventors:
- Kristoffer Dominic Amora, Cres Daryl Sadernas
NCR Inventors Wall (My photo: first row, 4th from the left)
Helping people live healthier lives and helping make the health system work better for everyone. We are on a mission to contribute and support the Digital Therapeutics Program with people, process, and technology.
IT Manager - Software Development
Business Systems Analyst, System Solutions & Business Intelligence,
Information Technology Division
Chong Hua Hospital
October 2019 - June 2022
Leads and currently building a team that focuses on executing strategic objectives and providing strong support towards patient-centered care and solutions for the organization, driven by endeavors that encompass Data Analytics and Business Intelligence, Innovation, Customer Experience, and Continuous Improvement. This includes leading the division's agile transformation, evaluating legacy systems and modernize them if feasible, contributes to long-term strategies in the IT domain, understanding business processes, propose tools and improvements in software development and project management processes, mindset and culture change, proposal and implementation of innovative projects that impact patient care experience in addition to addressing internal customer projects.
Introduced the following initiatives, methodologies, approaches, and best practices:
• Agile Manifesto and principles
• Scrum and Kanban
• Processes and the use of modern tools in software development, project management, and cross-platform strategies
• Inclination towards User Experience (UX), Design Principles, and Design Systems
• DevOps: Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery
[Tools/Technology Stacks/Keywords]: Agile, Scrum, Kanban, Atlassian Confluence, Jira Software, Bitbucket, Git, Qlik, Qlik Sense, C#, Xamarin, Visual Studio, IBM Watson Assistant, Angular, Typescript, Ionic, Node.js, Docker, Cypress, Snyk, Progressive Web App (PWA)
Featured Project: DOKi
DOKi App | Year in Review
{ 2020 }
Tech Startups
senseServ Labs | August 2018 - January 2020
Together with our partners, we are on a mission to help jump the Philippines into IoT, IIoT, and Industry 4.0, by generating awareness and public interest to emerging technologies and by providing remote monitoring solutions, smarter systems and devices, and alternative data connectivity for wireless sensor networks.
SenseServ Labs is a new tech startup that I Co-Founded that is focusing on LoRa / LoRaWAN IoT solutions. Visit our website here.
[Tools/Technology Stacks/Keywords]: LoRa, LoRaWAN, AcSIP, AcSIP S76S SoM, STM32L073xZ, ThingsBoard, Bluetooth Low Energy, Bluetooth LE, BLE, Bluetooth Smart, OTA, Over-the-air Firmware update, nRF52832, nRF52840, STM32L0x3, STM32L476, STM32F407xx, ARM Cortex M0+, STM32 Workbench, STM32 CubeMX, Keil uVision5, Atollic TrueStudio for STM32, Embedded C, Firmware, Embedded Systems, FreeRTOS, NordicSemi, Segger, Segger Embedded Studio, Segger RTT, ARM GNU Toolchain, VSCode, Git, Github, GitLab, KiCad EDA
CKDI + Logixt | December 2017 - August 2019
Built an early stage startup with a project that involves front-end web development using Javascript, AngularJS, and MySQL RDBMS for a system running machines in a warehouse and material handling automation environment. One side project also explores the areas of speech recognition systems using Google Cloud Speech API, on-device recognition system, TensorFlow, AI, and machine learning frameworks. Another development project is Fitbit App and Clock face development using the SDK for Fitbit OS.
[Tools/Technology Stacks/Keywords]: AngularJS, Javascript, MySQL RDBMS, Fitbit, Fitbit OS, Clockface, ESP32, ESP32Wroom, ESP32-IDF, ESP32-ADF, Google Cloud Speech API, TensorFlow, AI, ML
Experience as a Firmware / Software Engineer
Sr. Firmware/Software Developer, Far East Advance Development Group
TMX Philippines, Inc. (a division of TIMEX Group USA)
April 2017 - August 2017
Our small, cross-functional team (we call ourselves Ocean's 10) helps explore TMX's venture into OEM business that would bring TIMEX as one of the providers of wearable devices to a Healthcare Wellness Program in the USA (learn more). We brought in what we have started at Fortify Technologies and developed what is considered to be TMX Philippines' first digital fitness wristband activity tracker aimed to be mass produced locally (in Cebu, Philippines).
Sr. Device Firmware Developer, Rapid R&D Department
Fortify Technologies Asia, Inc.
November 2014 - February 2017
We help people move, stay fit, and healthy by making wireless wearable devices, accessories, and software applications. The devices we make are also part of experiments that would answer research questions of data scientists that leads to innovative data products, new business models, process innovation in the healthcare sector, and effective corporate wellness programs.
- Our team works and collaborates with contract manufacturers and prototyping houses in Shenzhen, China in a fast-paced rapid R&D environment with projects running in parallel. Furthermore, we're building the team, its talent, and growth by developing products that are designed entirely in Cebu and manufactured in the local soil.
- Responsible for research and development of Firmware, Embedded Systems, and/or Software applications for devices communicating over wireless channels under the health and fitness device category. This includes proof of concept demos, functional prototypes, rapid product design and development and tests.
Developer, Health Devices Group
Savvysherpa Asia, Inc.
August 2013 - November 2014
Helped in growing a startup team of Engineers making devices and software applications used for data science research and effective corporate wellness/fitness programs tied up in a unique healthcare business model. We wore different hats (from conceptualization, product development, to making tools for production or manufacturing) to make the vision a reality and shipped our first activity tracker product after a year.
- The skills learned and the team's growth in terms of capabilities led into shaping a new company/business unit called Fortify Technologies Asia, Inc.
Key Projects in TIMEX, Fortify Technologies and Savvysherpa
Bluetooth Smart USB Dongle
Led the firmware development of a Bluetooth Low Energy USB device that serves as a medium of data communication (BLE and USB HID) between a wearable device and PC.
In early 2017, there were over 75K pieces mass-produced in Laguna (PCBA) and Cebu (final assembly + mass firmware flashing.
[Tools/Technology Stacks/Keywords]: Bluetooth Low Energy, Bluetooth LE, BLE, Bluetooth Smart, CSR1012 SoC, OTA, Over-the-air Firmware update, Microchip PIC16LF1454 MCU, USB HID Bootloader, Embedded C, Firmware, Embedded Systems, Python, QT Framework, C++, Git, Github
Sync Station Device (over 2G or 3G Cellular Network)
Led the firmware development of a standalone device that is plugged on the wall silently scanning and connecting BLE peripherals, gathers data, then uploads information to the cloud via GSM or 3G cellular network.
My colleague and I validated the device's functionality in connecting and capturing wearable devices' data onsite at Intermountain Healthcare, Salt Lake City, Utah.
[Tools/Technology Stacks/Keywords]: Bluetooth Low Energy, Bluetooth LE, Bluetooth Smart, CSR1012 SoC, Embedded C, Firmware, Embedded Systems, Quectel M95 GSM module, Quectel UG95 3G module, Python, QT Framework, C++, Git, Github
Wristband Fitness Activity Tracker
(with built-in USB Data Sync)
A Bluetooth Low Energy wristband activity tracker that can count steps, sync data over BLE as well as via USB HID.
First version of the product was manufactured in Shenzhen, China. The prototype of the enhanced second version was assembled in TMX Philippines Inc. (Cebu).
[Tools/Technology Stacks/Keywords]: Bluetooth Low Energy, Bluetooth LE, BLE, Bluetooth Smart, Nordic nRF52832 SoC, OTA, Over-the-air Firmware update, Microchip PIC16LF1454 MCU, USB HID Bootloader, Embedded C, Firmware, Embedded Systems, Python, QT Framework, C++, Git, Github
Sync Station Embedded Android Device
This device has the same overall functionality of the 2G/3G Sync Station. However, this device leverages the lower cost of today's smartphone design and common components instead of using an expensive, dedicated 2G GSM or 3G module. Think of a smartphone plugged on the wall. It runs an embedded Android OS System. Underneath, it is equipped with Qualcomm MSM8909 SoM and our Sync App runs on top of it.
[Tools/Technology Stacks/Keywords]: Qualcomm MSM8909, Embedded Android, Android Bluetooth Low Energy, Git, Github, Java
UnitedHealthcare Motion Incentivizes Consumers with Connected Wearables
The wristband Trio Activity Tracker that our team was working on is featured in this video.
Rx Navigait Program
The wrist-worn wearable device including the stand-alone wireless sync station device shown in this video are designed and developed by our team.
Heal faster using a wearable?
Dr. Ott explains how a carefully designed treatment plan with the use of a customized wearable device helped post-surgery patients heal faster.
As Team Leader / Technical Lead, Firmware / Software Engineer, and Researcher at NCR
2013
Technical Lead
Applied Innovation Team (Cebu)
NCR Corporation
Jul 2013 - Aug 2013
- Led a small team and helped bring a Technology (that was born from Research) to a next generation Product.
- Submitted invention disclosures, two of which, are already published in the public domain (see links above).
- Submitted internal Research Papers in the field of Human-Computer-Interaction and Embedded Computer Vision.
- Completed Green Belt Six Sigma Certification requirements applied on a Research Project.
- One of the pioneering NCR Brand Ambassadors in Cebu.
- Proposed and developed forward-looking projects (Technology/Products envisioned in the next 3 to 5 years) for NCR which in turn generate new Intellectual Properties for the Company in the following fields:
- Image Processing, Machine Learning
- Embedded Computer Vision
- Implementation of Patent Applications Rapid Prototyping for NCR's Lines of Businesses
- Proof-of-Concept demos for stakeholders
- Strategic Research
Sr. Software Research Engineer
Applied Innovation Team
NCR Corporation
Jan 2013 - Jul 2013
"The Applied Innovation Team de-risks ideas with feasibility analysis and customer feedback through rapid prototyping of Proof of Concepts (POC), Demos and Customer Beta Tests.
This team also helps facilitate the creation of ideas through mechanisms such as Reverse Innovation Challenges, Code-a-thons, Technology Partnerships, Technology Research and managing an internal idea submission portal.
The Applied Innovation team is a small team of senior-level technical talent representing all key R&D disciplines such as software engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering; as well as having key domain knowledge in strategic technology areas. This team provides an opportunity for our best engineers to rotate into, develop and hone their innovation skills.
Our team's mission is to be the innovation catalyst and development accelerator for NCR. Our methodology is to partner and co-invest with business to rapidly prototype and prove out new solutions. This helps business teams de-risk their roadmaps while fast-tracking promising or important new ideas."
*Content Source/Author: Phil Ventimiglia - http://blogs.ncr.com/ncr-innovation/innovation/applied-innovation-solving-idea-gap/
Driving Innovation
NCR's Innovation and Research arm has evolved to different team names (but still the same people behind it) -- from Advanced Technology & Research to NCR Labs, to NCR Hardware and Software Labs, and to Applied Innovation Team. Our team in Cebu has been working closely with colleagues in Dundee, Atlanta, HK, and Japan.
2010 - 2012
Sr. Software Research Engineer
NCR Hardware Labs
Nov 2011 - Dec 2012
I helped the team in providing data-driven, technical answers to research questions that provide clarity whether our technology is feasible or easily transferable to Engineering Lines of Businesses and Product Development Teams.
Sr. Software Research Engineer
NCR Software Labs
Jul 2011 - Oct 2011
- Agile and Scrum Methodologies
- Spring Framework
- Enterprise Platform, Architecture, and Design Patterns.
Sr. Software Research Engineer
Advanced Technology & Research, NCR Labs
Oct 2010 - Jun 2011
- Led a small team in proposing forward looking projects for NCR in the area of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI).
- Built a prototype that demonstrates speech recognition using available technology stacks on a mobile platform specifically on Windows Phone 7.
Software Research Engineer
Advanced Technology & Research, NCR Labs
Feb 2010 - Sep 2010
Key Projects in NCR Labs / Research / Applied Innovation Team
Confidential Project Theme:
Embedded Computer Vision
[Tools/Technology Stacks/Keywords]: MATLAB, Analog Devices Blackfin BF609, Aptina MT9V024 Image Sensor, Micrium uC/OS III RTOS, CrossCore Embedded Studio (CCES), SVN, Embedded C
Confidential Project Theme:
Image Processing and Computer Vision
[Tools/Technology Stacks/Keywords]: MATLAB, OpenSURF, MySQL Community Server, MySQL Cluster, JavaSE, Database, Scalability, Mendeley, LaTeX
Confidential Project Theme:
Services, Mobile Apps
[Tools/Technology Stacks/Keywords]: NFC, jQuery, jQuery Mobile, PHP, MySQL, PDO, PhoneGap, Android, iOS, native app, hybrid app, mobile web app
Confidential Project Theme:
Human-Computer Interaction
[Tools/Technology Stacks/Keywords]: Touch, Speech Recognition, Gesture Recognition, Automotive, Cloud Computing, Mobile, Android, iOS, Windows Mobile, Windows Phone 7, C#, Windows Communication Foundation (WCF), Mendeley, LaTeX
Confidential Project Theme: Wayfinding
Proof-of-Concept embedded systems project exploring the development of a low-cost wayfinding device using open source software and off-the-shelf hardware.
[Tools/Technology Stacks/Keywords]: Embedded Systems, Embedded Linux, Thin-Client, Video Streaming, C, C#, .NET, Mono, MonoDevelop, Git, Ubuntu, USB with FTDI, RFID, Wi-Fi, Beagleboard, TI OMAP, Adobe Flash Animation, Open Source Hardware, Open Source Software, Rapid Prototyping, Off-the-shelf components, Mendeley, LaTeX
NCR Labs Open Day (Imagine. Inspire. Innovate)
An internal 3-day event showcasing NCR Labs-Cebu's proof-of-concept (POC) projects, opening them up for the rest of NCR Cebu organization to view. It aims to raise the bar of invention disclosures, further educate, and inspire innovation across the local organization.
See videos below...
NCR Labs Open Day Teaser
An internal 3-day event showcasing NCR Labs-Cebu's proof-of-concept (POC) projects, opening them up for the rest of NCR Cebu organization to view. It aims to raise the bar of invention disclosures, further educate, and inspire innovation across the local organization.
Recap & Timelapse
Recap of the NCR Labs Open Day 2010 event. This video shows a glimpse of the activities and post-event feedback from other teams within the NCR Cebu organization.
It was a great experience that raised the bar (in terms of quality and business relevance) of invention disclosures.
2005 - 2010
Team Leader / Software Engineer
NCR RealPOS Scanner Firmware/Edgeware Team
Apr 2007 - Feb 2010
- Led, shaped, and built the team at a peak of 25 team members of Firmware/Software Engineers and Firmware/Software Test Engineers/Quality Assurance team, including On-the-job Trainees (OJTs).
- Involved in project design, scoping, software development, code reviews, and testing of Marvell PXA-based products.
- Ensured timely completion of deliverables.
Software Development Engineer
NCR RealPOS Scanner Firmware/Edgeware Team
Feb 2005 - Apr 2007
- Scoped, designed, and developed low-level software applications that enable customers configure hardware easily. Development includes firmware tracing, simulating firmware processes in memory and development of utilities/tools that supports firmware architecture applications. The toolset developed are beneficial to both engineering and customers.
- Wrote technical project documentation and specifications.
- Created test cases and implements automated test procedures of software applications as well as firmware of ARM-based products. This whole process includes unit testing and system (firmware and software) integration testing. Test automation process includes development of small applications using C and Java ( to cater Linux environment) and WinRunner automated scripts.
Key Project in NCR Scanner Team : EEPROM Configuration Tool
Led the architecture, design, development, and testing of NCR RealScan EEPROM Configuration Tool. It is a standalone software utility that can create, read, compare, convert, and modify Scanner EEPROM binary (bit fields defined in Firmware) as opposed to the industry method of scanning programming sequence tags in front of the scanner in order for the user to be able to configure the hardware.
At its core, all EEPROM bit field definitions are parsed from firmware header files and stored in an encrypted XML file. User interface components are also defined within this encrypted file. The user interface components (for example: group boxes, combo boxes, labels, radio buttons, etc.) are dynamically created at runtime, therefore UI event triggers (event bubbling) are managed and routed at runtime (DOM traversing) as well, managing EEPROM binary object model in memory (which depends on a specific firmware level context the user has selected) and then creates a compatible EEPROM binary file to be downloaded to the EEPROM chip using a Flash tool.
Essentially, the utility is a human-readable UI version of the EEPROM binary. The design of this software was submitted to NCR's internal Invention Disclosure portal emphasizing the novelty of its approach, the method of creating and managing over 800 UI components at runtime using XML files similar to what XAML and other XML-based UI that is popular and standardized now (these were not available at the time it was developed). Unfortunately, patent application was not pursued because the invention disclosure was submitted 3 years after it was developed.
[Tools/Technology Stacks/Keywords]: C# .NET, Embedded C, XML, EEPROM, Visual SourceSafe, NSIS
International Conferences / Events attended
relevant to the industry
CES 2015
Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
CES is a global consumer electronics and consumer technology tradeshow that takes place every January in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Bluetooth Asia 2014
Shanghai, China
Bluetooth World (and Asia) brings together 1000+ developers, executives and start-ups to inspire, innovate and educate.
Maker Faire Shenzhen 2014
Shenzhen, China
The first grand Maker Faire event in Shenzhen showcasing makers, startups, innovators around the world.
Generator Conference v1.2 2014
Shenzhen, China
GENERATOR is a half-day event to learn about the new trend of “Lean Hardware” from startups who have done it successfully. Speakers from various startups, hardware hackers and the startup accelerator HAXLR8R shared their lessons to help makers succeed.
Education
University of San Carlos - Technological Center | 1999 - 2004
Bachelor of Science in Electronics and Communications Engineering (B.S. ECE)
- Conference Presentation of Undergrad thesis: "Microcontroller-based Home Control and Security System via SMS", USC Engineering Research Forum held at SM Conference Hall D, Cebu City, Philippines - March 5, 2004.
- See video below.
- Other Technical Project: "Line + Light Follower Mobile Robot with Front and Rear Obstacle Detection."
- See picture below.
- Mentioned in the following newspaper articles:
- "EXP Interactive: Inspiring Tech Talents", VOT and SunStar, 2003
- "Not your usual student group", SunStar newspaper, 2003
- "Web Designing with the USC COMSOC Web Team", The Freeman newspaper, 2002
- Dean's Lister - SY 1999-2000.
Saint Louis School of Mandaue | 1995 - 1999
Activities and Societies: Ad Infinitum Yearbook Staff (class section editor), SLS Campus Ministry Band (Guitarist), (Class Vice President), Table Tennis Club (Auditor), First Aiders Club (member), Red Cross Youth Council (Vice President), BSP Troop # 171 (S1 - Deputy Head Staff), Table Tennis Team (Varsity Player)
- Louisian of the Year Awardee, 1999
- One of the Most Outstanding Senior Scouts of Cebu, 1998
- Top 6 of the graduating class, 1999
- Best Club Officer (Table Tennis), 1999
- Recipient of 14 Academic Merit Awards, SY 1995 - 1999
Saint Joseph's Academy | 1989 - 1995
Microcontroller-based Home Control & Security System via SMS
This project allows you to control (on/off switching) your home appliances via a Short Message Service (SMS) using your mobile phone. You can also get status of the devices or appliances that are connected to the server. As a safety & security experiment, a temperature monitoring circuit is connected to the server which will send an SMS or call the owner once the temperature reaches a certain threshold.
Firmware code on github:
github.com/coolnumber9/at_cmd_pic_micro_sms
Line + Light Follower Mobile Robot with Front & Rear Obstacle Detection
Default operation of the robot acts as a line follower. When it detects an object at the front panel, the robot reverses at about 2-3 inches at the same time checks if an obstacle at the rear panel is present. If there is no obstacle at the rear panel, the robot rotates at about 180 degrees or more depending on the angle of the track and seeks the line and continue to follow the track avoiding the obstacle. If after reversing, the robot detects an obstacle at the rear panel, the robot will shift to a Light Follower Mode. But before it begins to move, the robot must first detect a light. If light has been detected, the robot follows the light ignoring black line tracks it encounters along the way. But if both left and right light sensors of the robot will be lit at the same time, the robot shifts back to its default Line Follower Mode and seeks a line to follow.
Recent Certifications
nRF Connect SDK Fundamentals
Nordic Dev Academy
11/28/2022 | Certificate No: 7019A867111D3F5-7019A866AEE559A-7019A866ADFACE1
Data Science Specialization Course by Johns Hopkins University
2017 - 2018 | (1) The Data Scientist’s Toolbox, (2) R Programming, (3) Getting and Cleaning Data, (4) Exploratory Data Analysis
* Completed Modules 1 - 4. Sponsored by DOST PCIEERD.
Data Science Foundations: Fundamentals
09/2017 | Certificate No: 95263AE7D8A24220A584B813E75A5F2E
Teaching Techniques: Project-Based Learning
09/2017
09/2017 | Certificate No: 28E0418D7E034CC29F75E83F0D29D68C
Organizations
Volunteering Experience and Causes
Let it ECHO Non-profit Org | Dec 2012 - Present
Co-Founder
Together with other Heart Families that we met, we formed a Non-Profit Org that empowers the families affected by Congenital Heart Defects (CHD), inspire them, and provide them hope.
Internet of Things Cebu (IoT Cebu) | Apr 2016 - Present
Co-Organizer / Facilitator / Volunteer / Contributor
IoT Cebu (#IoTCebu) is a relatively new community of tinkerers, hobbyists, enthusiasts, designers, startup founders, engineers, and professionals, who love to think, play, work, and collaborate with each other.
Initiator
TTN Cebu's mission is to provide the entire Cebu City with Internet of Things data connectivity by crowdsourcing the network by its citizens and local companies.
Lions Club International (2013 - 2015)
USC Computer Society (2001 - 2004)
Philippine National Red Cross (1996 - 2000)
The Philippine Red Cross has truly become the premier humanitarian organization in the country, committed to provide quality life-saving services that protect the life and dignity especially of indigent Filipinos in vulnerable situations.
Boy Scouts of the Philippines (1995 - 1999)
Foremost in preparing the youth to become agents of change in communities, guided by the Scout Oath and Law.
Honors and Awards
Our team, #Project4Sight, created a prototype solution and proof of concept for Child Vision Non-Profit Org that addresses one of their pain points which is how to measure their impact and monitor the progress of their programs.
#EITDigital #DeepHack #Hackathon #UltraHack
Selected from an outstanding pool of applicants based on the selection criteria: capacity for calculated risk, open and critical thinking, initiative with follow-through, and focus on community. However, this selection / offer of admission does not include funding for the tuition fee, travel and accommodation costs. I was not able to generate the initial funds for the reservation in two weeks time but I am looking forward for the second batch in 2019.
Digital Lifeline (2012)
AppBridge
Our Startup team - Digital Lifeline (formed during Startup Weekend Cebu), was recognized, selected, and invited to participate in a global challenge called AppBridge because the nature of our vision, idea, and concept is targeted to a Global Scale and for solving real world problems especially for developing countries and for the less fortunate. We submitted our startup to AppBridge IDEAS challenge and we were one of the Runner-Ups.
- Digital Lifeline is a startup concept that revolutionizes the way people donate. It is aimed to help raise funds for other people in need of medical fund assistance through crowd sourcing digital assets with monetary values.
- Digital Lifeline is a unified digital assets donations platform concept.
- Team: Kristoffer Dominic Amora, Rino Sardon, Edz Quinonez, Anna Umacob, Shiela Marie Palang, Mark N. Amoin, Lloyd Sanchez, Ace Escoton, and Vincent Paul Sedillo.
Louisian of the Year (1999)
Saint Louis School of Mandaue
The highest special award given to an outstanding student who not only excels in academic performance but also in the fields of Christian Living, Social Involvement (inside & outside school), Trainings and activities, and lastly Leadership accomplishments (inside & outside school) who embodies the true qualities of being a respected Louisian. I was awarded with the only gold Medal of Honor which was given during our graduation.
One of the Outstanding Senior Scouts of Cebu (1998)
Boy Scouts of the Philippines, Cebu Council
The search for successful candidates underwent two levels of contest, the Area Level and finally the Cebu Council Level. We were evaluated by our scouting skills (bandaging, first aid, flag signaling, Morse Code, knot tying, lashing, orienteering, compass work, trail & conventional signs, estimation of heights, estimation of distances) achievements, academic performance, awards, recognitions, Rank Badge & Unit Position, and the crucial personal interview evaluation. At the end, only 4 of us Outstanding Senior Scouts from our respected areas were awarded at Casino Español de Cebu.
Speaking Engagement and Presentations (2016-2017)
IoT: The next wave in IT (2016)
"Passerelles numériques (PN) enables young underprivileged people to build their employability through education in the digital industry, and leverage their potential and willpower; it allows them and their family to escape poverty in a sustainable way, and contribute to the social and economic development of their country." -- Their cause attracted me so easily.
I was invited to speak about The Internet of Things #IoT. It was a fun experience because the students were engaged. They asked a lot of interesting questions (some I couldn't answer). I hope they learned a lot from the talk and hope the students got "PNSpired".
As a Maker and involvement in the local Tech Startup Community
The Things Network Cebu (TTN Cebu)
Initiator for the TTN Cebu Community. TTN Cebu is the 2nd official The Things Network Community in the Philippines. "Our mission is to provide the entire Cebu City with Internet of Things data connectivity by crowdsourcing the network by its citizens and local companies." Visit our community page here.
IoT Cebu
Co-Organizer, Facilitator, Volunteer, and Contributor of a grassroots community we call Internet of Things Cebu, or simply IoT Cebu. We built this with other passionate individuals having similar vision. We conduct workshops funded by the government and in partnership with our local Fablab facility. Last January 2017, we participated in the first Maker conference in the Philippines. I was also invited as one of the panelist during the first day.
Click the link below to see the Manifesto that I wrote for our organization.
Learn More on IoT Cebu's ManifestoPiParty 2018
Spearheaded and organized the only #PiParty in the Philippines last March 3, 2018. We celebrated Raspberry Pi's 6th Birthday together with volunteers from IoT Cebu, Cebu Innovation Network (CIN), Fablab UP Cebu, and other communities around the globe.
Slingshot PH Maker Edition Panelist (2017)
Photo source: Fablab Mindanao Facebook Post
IoT Workshops (2016)
The workshops were funded by DTI Cebu, in partnership with Fablab UP and IoT Cebu, for IoT Cebu members, hobbyists, & enthusiasts. I conducted and facilitated Day 2 while two Co-Organizers took care of Day 1 and 3.
The 3-day workshop was broken down into 3 Meetup events:
- Day 1: Basic Arduino + ESP8266 Programming and Circuit Design
- Day 2: Introduction to Raspberry Pi (Basic Programming and Electronics)
- Day 3: Creating IoT Applications with Arduino + ESP8266, RPi, and Pipeero Cloud platform
Featured on Make Website (2013) #DadMakes
Dad Builds Son an Iron Man Arc Reactor
It was almost too late for us to watch the latest #IronMan flick. But since my eldest, 6 yr old, hero fanatic, Rayne, was not fully aware that the movie was out already, I still have time to build our own version of Iron Man's #ArcReactor . It took a few sessions to complete as I need to build it while he was sleeping.
I surprised my son the day (actually #mothersday ) we were going to the movie house to watch #IronMan3 . The mission was to make him feel that he's a #superhero and so he can put on his Arc Reactor and light it up inside the cinema while watching the movie. He was all smiles and it felt really great! :)
Learn MoreBehind the scenes...
Here's the behind the scenes video when I was making our own version of the Iron Man Arc Reactor.
Sorry for the low resolution video. The highest quality is at 360p.
#DadMakes #FathersDay2013 #DadsDay #MAKE #Makezine #GeekDad #DIY
On Past Startups
The First Startup Weekend Cebu (2012)
"Startup Weekend is an intense 54 hour event which focuses on building a web or mobile application which could form the basis of a credible business over the course of a weekend. The weekend brings together people with different skillsets - primarily software developers, graphics designers and business people - to build applications and develop a commercial case around them."
We didn't win but our team Digital Lifeline (formerly TXT2GIVE) was recognized, selected, and invited (together with Codetoki team) at the last minute to participate in a global challenge called AppBridge because the nature of our vision, idea, and concept is targeted to a global scale and for solving real world problems especially for developing countries and for the less fortunate.
"AppBridge is an initiative of the World Economic Forum and was selected to officially launch as a Commitment of the 2011 Clinton Global Initiative. Teams participating in this initiative have chance to meet with former U.S. President Clinton as recognition of their work."
My son Maven (Mavens Heart Fund) was the inspiration to build Digital Lifeline. But the vision doesn't end there. We would like to help people, beneficiaries, NGOs, and donors who are in this situation. We are DIGITAL LIFELINE: Unified Digital Assets Donation platform.
EXP Interactive Studios (our first web startup venture | 2002 - 2004)
SFX Director | Web Designer | Multimedia Developer
EXP Interactive Studios was a 'new media' solutions company ventured by 9 college students. The company was a result of an aggressive move of young, motivated, and dynamic individuals who were able to establish a group that exemplified interests in new media as well as web design and development.
Services offered include rich internet media, web design and development, creative graphics and offline multimedia presentations.
On STEM / STEAM Education Advocacy
Consultant, STEAM Evangelist, Contributor
Compass Education
March 2016 - March 2018
- Helped the organization create projects to showcase during events and exhibits aiming to spark the target audience's interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through LEGO EV3 Mindstorms.
- Worked on prototyping projects that could be added to Compass Education's programs.
ACLC Workshop
Conducted a 3-day workshop and training to ACLC College of Butuan, Butuan City, Agusan del Norte on Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and IoT last December 11-13, 2017. Participants were ITEP Faculty and some Information Technology and Computer Science students.
First BB-8 test (Drive mechanism)
Happy Easter
Glad to build RoboCamp's #EggBot. #EV3 #cebulegorobotics #bestinSTEAM #compasseducation #eggdecorator #eggdesigner Credit and reference for this build: robocamp.eu/egg-designer-for-mindstorms-ev3/
BB-8's Head Iteration
Testing out the magnets for BB-8's head. #NotBuildingBB8
More of BB-8 (on-going project)
BB-8 drive mechanism is using LEGO EV3 Mindstorms.Still having problems keeping #BB8 's head from falling. The dome stays up if static but once BB8 starts to roll, the head keeps on falling.
On Congenital Heart Disease (CHD) Advocacy
We are a non-profit organization composed of heart parents and individuals who have gone through the ordeal of Congenital Heart Defect. We are warriors, survivors, and storytellers who provide hope and support to ailing CHD-stricken Filipino families through empowerment, education, and counsel.
My wife Hannah Almira Amora is leading and running our non-profit org since 2012 until 2018.
Visit our website: http://www.letitecho.org
The Faces of CHD in the Philippines
Our son Maven led us to these amazing heart warriors.
Source of CHD Facts: http://globalnation.inquirer.net/64313/uae-healthcare-firm-to-fund-surgeries-of-50-filipino-kids-with-heart-defects
Music credit: "All of Me" by Matt Hammitt.
Recommendations / Testimonials (from LinkedIn)
Kristoffer is one of those rare individuals who balances excellent leadership with outstanding technology skills. It was a pleasure working with him through many projects. I knew that his integrity, strong work ethic and sense of ownership of tasks would always result in a high quality product, delivered on-time. I sincerely hope that we can work together in the future.
By J. Stephen McDaniel
Senior Developer/Architect at NCR Corporation
Kristoffer is a very good developer as well as a competent team leader. He is very systematic in approaching a task and very thorough in preparing documentation.
By Rino Sardon Technical Manager | Innovation and Research Manager
For 2 years I've been in NCR, I was very impressed on how he handled things, he was not ever got pressured in any projects. He really follows a systematic way in approaching things. He can manage both his time and the team properly even we are on the peak of work. I also learned a lot from this person especially on decision making & some technical perspective, even until now, I considered him as the best TL I've got. I also consider him as a man with a gift of good leadership & a technically oriented person.
By Mc Alvin Bautista (Team mate)
Kristoffer or we fondly call him Boboy is one of the humblest, and yet very talented professional that I know. We worked together on a couple of projects since college and this guy can wear different hats at the same time without failing to provide impressive and compelling results especially in the area of Sound FX. This guy can create sound FX to interactive flash teasers and the result would be like listening to a million dollar movie trailer done in hollywood on a big screen, amazing huh? Yeah it is...
I can attest to Kristoffer's skills and talent may it be Sound FX production, web design, to multimedia, these are areas in his expertise that I have witnessed and experienced.He is a very important asset to have in any team that he belongs to.
By Peter Paul Tabotabo
Visual Experience Design at ANZ
Kristoffer or 'boboy' as we call him, is a typical silent worker who can lead a group very well. He is technically inclined and well acquainted with the technologies he is handling. He has a sense of humility amidst great accomplishments. Boboy is a good leader and certainly a trustworthy colleague.
By Francis John Dumagat (Office mate)
Readings (on-going)
Shape Up: Stop Running in Circles and Ship Work that Matters
"Shape Up is for product development teams who struggle to ship. If you’ve thought to yourself “Why can’t we ship like we used to?” or “I never have enough time to think about strategy,” then this book can help. You’ll learn language and techniques to define focused projects, address unknowns, and increase collaboration and engagement within your team."
Zero to One
“Doing what someone else already knows how to do takes the world from 1 to n, adding more of something familiar. But when you do something new, you go from 0 to 1. The next Bill Gates will not build an operating system. The next Larry Page or Sergey Brin won’t make a search engine. Tomorrow’s champions will not win by competing ruthlessly in today’s marketplace. They will escape competition altogether, because their businesses will be unique.”