My Learning Journey

->Gone to Applied Materials. Heard about how Applied Materials is so important towards major companies such as Intel, Samsung etc. Listened to the manager of Applied Materials (Singapore) talk about his personal life story. Followed by the many employees of Applied materials giving us more information about Applied Materials (eg Endura system). Then a tour of the assembly plant. (the EMO button was interesting... initially thought it was really for emoing... but its actually the emergency machine off button..) Lunch and chatting session with some employees. End.

-> A trip to Intel Mobile Communications (or Infineon). (The company with the iconic buildings with white sails to reduce heat entering)
We had an interactive session for a presentation about modern living and its relation to Intel. And learnt about the various scientists who shaped the technological world, ranging from Steve Jobs to William Shockley. Lunch. Hands-On and practical session. QnA. End.


Okay, so lets get on to the main point.

1)Money is important
But so is your interest and passion.

2)You should take chances.
But make sure it is a calculated risk.

3)Aim to rise in Authority.
But not abuse it.

4)Specializing in a single skill is good.
But having exposure to many skills would benefit too.

5)Aptitude is as important as Attitude for success.
But never forget luck plays a role too. (So do not fret if you fail)

6)Plan early. Think early. Do early.
But never expect a sure success.

7)Similar to Murphy's Law, anything that can be hacked:will be hacked.
Thus the importance of software engineers to patch and prevent hackers from succeeding in their actions.

Also,
It is heartening to know that Applied Materials and Intel Mobile Communications and their employees has spent the time and effort to 'sell' to us the prospects of an engineer and about their importance to our modern day living. It also reminds us that times are changing, the world needs new technology, the world needs a new generation of engineers to shape the future. The many tests of a modern day electronic product has many many great people behind to accomplish it. And with each day, there will be more great people and more great inventions. Hopefully one of the days...