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Dolphin Liu

Systems Architect | Hardware STEM teacher | Certified Scrum Master

Professional Profile 👋​

Currently an active student in the MIT Fab Academy 2026, specializing in advanced digital fabrication and rapid prototyping.

Systems engineer and technical lead with a focus on web systems , embedded systems (ESP32/STM32) and full-stack architecture.

Experienced in hardware STEM project ,and STEM course for school students and teachers.

Guiding teams from initial concepts to functional hardware MVPs. I bridge the gap between complex software logic and physical hardware through agile methodologies and hands-on technical coaching.

Core Competencies 🛠️​

  • Software Architecture: Strong background in Java (Enterprise Systems) and Web technologies (React, Node.js, Three.js) for hardware-software integration.With a bundle of experience in web system development.

  • Embedded Systems & IoT: Proficiency in ESP32, Arduino, and RP2040. With a bundle of experience in STEM hardware development.

  • Digital Fabrication: Hands-on workflow expertise in 3D design, CNC machining, laser cutting, and precision PCB milling (Fab Academy ).

  • Project Leadership: Certified Scrum Master (CSM). Skilled in applying Agile frameworks to hardware development to manage timelines and technical risks in startup environments.

Key Projects & Impact🌐​

Ambassador & Technical Lead | MicroBlocks Open-Source Project​

  • Ambassador of MicroBlocks opensource community. Promoted graphical hardware programming within the Chinese maker community.

  • Developed custom firmware and optimized hardware-software interaction for educational robotics platforms.

  • Supported the deployment of programming tools across 500+ schools via Tencent Charity initiatives.

  • Author of the forthcoming guide: “Teens Play with AI Robots: MicroBlocks Creative Programming” (2026).

Technical Mentor | STEM & Robotics Education​

  • Designed and delivered hands-on prototyping courses (ESP32, CoCube, Otto DIY) for students ranging from primary to vocational levels.

  • Applied Scrum methodologies to help student teams manage project backlogs, sprint reviews, and hardware iterations.

  • Ensured consistent MVP delivery by resolving technical bottlenecks in circuit design and mechanical assembly.

Education & Certifications 🎓​

  • MIT Fab Academy 2026 (Active Student): Mastering advanced digital fabrication, electronics production, and molding/casting.

  • B.S. in Electronic Information Guangdong Polytechnic Normal University

  • M.S. in Computer Software South China University of Technology

  • Certifications: Certified Scrum Master (CSM); Senior C++ Programmer; Java Systems Architect.

My Photo​

  • Provide STEM course from primary school students, to college students .
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Guangzhou Jinsha Primary School CourseBijie Polytechnic College Course
  • Provide STEM course for school teachers, and foreign students.
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Country Garden School Teacher CourseDuke Kunshan University Course
  • Provide STEM Summer Camp course.
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STEM Camp CourseSTEM Camp Course
  • DIY STEM kit for course. Such as: OTTO robot, CyberBricks Car, M5Stack car and so on.
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DIY STEM KITDIY STEM KIT
  • Active participant at Shenzhen Maker Faire 2024 and 2025 It was a great experience where I met lots of maker fans and swapped ideas about open-source hardware and creative STEM projects.
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  • Currently writing a book on STEM education and MicroBlocks (2026 publication)

I established close hardware-software collaboration for the MicroBlocks ecosystem, bringing together multiple hardware manufacturers and software partners. These vendors actively provided hardware devices, educational kits and relevant resources to support our testing, compatibility adaptation and development work.

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  • I created social media accounts (WeChat Official Account, WeChat Channels, Douyin, and Xiaohongshu) to introduce the MicroBlocks STEM curriculum and help more people learn about this technology and course.

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Technologies I Want to Learn 📚​

As technology continues to evolve, I am keen to expand my skillset into new areas, including but not limited to:

  • Advanced STEM Hardware Design & Fabrication 🔧 Deepening expertise in 3D design & printing, CNC machining.

  • AI-Driven STEM Educational Tool Development 🤖 Integrating TinyML and edge-AI frameworks so students can embed intelligence directly into their robots and IoT devices.

My Hobbies 🏃​

Outside of work, I have several personal interests.

Running 🏃‍♂️ is my preferred way of staying active, keeping both my body and mind sharp.