Tangerang, August 26, 2026 — The increasingly rapid development of digital technology requires the younger generation, especially students in the field of information technology, to not only understand the technical aspects, but also be able to see how technology can have a positive impact on society and build a better future. This spirit is the basis for the implementation of the General Lecture on Software Engineering with the theme “Technology for a Better Future” , which was held on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 .
This activity presented Teguh Santoso , Channel Manager, SEA Market Access Team, Rockwell Automation , as a speaker. The presence of industry practitioners provided an opportunity for students to gain direct insight into technological developments, industry needs, and how technology can be utilized to address various future challenges. Through an industry perspective, students were encouraged to understand that software development is not only related to programming skills, but also includes the ability to understand needs, solve problems, adapt to technological developments, and create solutions that provide real value.
In his presentation, Teguh Santoso shared insights into the role of technology in driving transformation and improving the quality of life and business processes across various sectors. Technological developments, increasingly integrated with the industrial world, open up new opportunities and challenges for aspiring professionals in the information technology field. Therefore, students need to develop competencies that are not only oriented toward mastering current technology but also have the ability to continuously learn, innovate, and adapt to rapid technological changes.
The theme “Technology for a Better Future” serves as a reminder that technology is ultimately more than just about devices, systems, or program code, but about how these innovations can be used to create more effective, efficient, sustainable solutions that benefit humanity. In the context of Software Engineering, this understanding is crucial because software plays a strategic role in shaping various digital services and solutions used in everyday life and the industrial world.
Through this activity, students are expected to broaden their knowledge of technology applications from an industrial perspective and gain inspiration to develop competencies and innovations relevant to future needs. Collaboration between academia and industry through public lectures also serves as an effort to strengthen the connection between higher education learning and developments and real-world needs in the professional world.
With the holding of the Software Engineering Public Lecture with the theme “Technology for a Better Future,” it is hoped that students will be increasingly prepared to become part of a generation of digital talents who are able to utilize technology creatively, adaptively, and responsibly. Technology is not only about what we can build today, but also about the future we want to create through that innovation .