Friday Hacks #285: Simple Secret Management and The Evolution of Telecom
Friday Hacks #285: Simple Secret Management and The Evolution of Telecom
Friday Hacks, by NUS Hackers, is a weekly event where invited speakers share their technical experiences and interests! In this week's session, we have:
1) Secret Management Made Simple with HashiCorp Vault
Managing secrets securely is critical, but it's not covered in the typical CS curriculum. This talk introduces HashiCorp Vault as a powerful solution for managing secrets, covering key concepts such as dynamic secrets, encryption-as-a-service, and access policies. Attendees will learn how to integrate Vault into their infrastructure to securely store and manage secrets, improve auditability, and reduce risk. Whether you're new to Vault or looking to enhance your implementation, this session offers practical insights and live examples.
Speaker Profile 🎙️️
Charlie Yau is a Solution Engineering Manager at HashiCorp, with previous experience in solution engineering at Salesforce and Devo. He describes himself as an 'old uncle working in the IT industry, here for the pizza!'
2) From 1G to 6G: The Evolution and Future of Mobile Communication Technologies
This talk traces the evolution of mobile communications from 1G to 5G and beyond, highlighting key innovations that transformed voice networks into powerful data platforms. It offers clear insights into breakthroughs shaping next-generation cellular technologies, building a solid foundation in cellular technology for beginner to intermediate audiences.
Speaker Profile 🎙️️
Mr. Ullas holds a Bachelor of Technology in Electronics and Communication Engineering from the University of Calicut, India, an M.Tech from the Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, and an MBA in Marketing from the National University of Singapore, where he is also pursuing a doctorate in wireless communications. He has held senior roles in telecommunications, combining technical expertise with strategic leadership. An active member of IEEE, ITU-T, WSTS, and ITSF, he contributes to international telecom standards. In his entrepreneurship activities, he develops scalable, secure, and intelligent IoT systems to tackle urban and environmental challenges. He is also actively involved in community initiatives, supporting Indian activity groups at community centres and events organised by the Singapore Malayalee Association.