Sean
Full Stack Developer · Former Thesis Mentee
★★★★★
"When I started our capstone, confident gyud ko sa akong frontend skills, pero deep inside kabalo ko nga dili pa jud ko ready to build a full system on my own. Ma'am Chy introduced us to real-world development — especially backend using Laravel. Late nights, tutorials, trial and error. Slowly, nag-build ko ug understanding from nothing."
"We faced failure during our first defense. Pero instead of giving up, gi sugdan nako ang mobile app and nag build pud ko backend API endpoints. In the end, na fix namo, na improve, and naka pass mi with both web and mobile versions working."
"That journey didn't just finish a capstone — it changed how I see myself as a developer. Now I'm a full stack developer, and that lesson still stays with me every time I build something new."
Paul
Graphic Artist & Social Media Manager · Former Thesis Mentee
★★★★★
"Under Engr. Chylene's guidance, we began to see software development from a completely different perspective. She introduced us to industry practices and technologies such as REST APIs, Laravel, proper database design, and structured development workflow."
"She taught us that building a system is not just about making it work — it is about creating a solid foundation. We went back to planning, reviewed our requirements, redesigned our database, mapped out our user flows. Although it felt like taking a step backward, it ultimately became the turning point of our project."
"For students working on their thesis — prioritize planning. Don't rush straight into coding. And don't hesitate to ask for help. Mentors can give insights that can completely change how you approach your system."
Jeeve
Virtual Assistant · Former Thesis Mentee
★★★★★
"At first, wala gyud koy alamag unsay buhaton during thesis.
Para nako, basta approved na sa panel ang title, okay na tanan."
"But I realized nga dili diay ing-ana ang thesis. It's not just
about having an approved title — it's about understanding how
the system works, how it solves real problems, and how users
will actually use it.
"
"Through Engr. Chy's guidance, na-open akong perspective on how
to properly start, plan, and develop a meaningful thesis project.
I learned how to analyze problems, design systems, and brainstorm
practical solutions. The process became more enjoyable because
I finally understood what I was building — and why.
"
"I learned that thesis is not just about coding — it's about
developing critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and
creating solutions that can be applied in real-life situations.
She doesn't just guide you in completing your thesis; she helps
you grow as a future professional.
"
"Wala pa gani ko nagsugod, wala na ko'y direction
— gi-ingnan niya ko: dili pa ta mag-code, mag-think pa ta."
Josh
Cebu Pacific Ground Crew · Former Thesis Mentee
★★★★★
"I still remember when we reviewed the first version of our Online Yearbook System. It was difficult to hear that the outsourced project we invested in wasn't something we could confidently use. However, I appreciated your honesty — instead of letting us settle for a mediocre output, you helped us see what needed to be improved."
"What stood out most was that you didn't just point out the problems — you stayed involved throughout the process, continuously giving feedback, answering our questions, helping us choose the exact programming language, and encouraging us whenever things became overwhelming."
"Honest mentorship and genuine concern for students can make all the difference. Thank you for believing in us and helping us pull through when it mattered most."
Rhea
Successful Thesis Defender · Former Thesis Mentee
★★★★★
"One of the memorable parts was when we went to ma'am Chy's place to work on our thesis — it was December 22 and if I'm not mistaken, it was unplanned but we had to do a sleepover para lang mag work sa among thesis. It was difficult, but honestly it was also a fun experience because we were able to learn new stuff."
"After our oral defense, we were disappointed because we thought it was almost done — but no, we had to change mostly everything. We informed ma'am Chy and thankfully she still willingly guided us from planning all over again. Ma'am Chy's way of teaching, guiding, patience, and support — we really admire it."
"All the days we spent and the sleepless nights with the help and guidance of ma'am Chy was all worth it. We learned stuff we weren't able to learn in school."
Jenecil
Web Developer · Former Thesis Mentee
★★★★★
"Thesis is a part of college life every student has to go through, and for me it was one of the most challenging yet rewarding experiences. Grabe ka‑pressure, daghan doubts — but Ma'am Chy was there, always offering endless support and guidance. Every weekend modong mi sa ilaha, adto mi matug para ma‑push ang progress sa amoang system."
"Aside from helping us complete our thesis, Ma'am Chy also gave us the opportunity to gain real-world experience through the Zionlab internship — I learned Git and WordPress, which became a huge advantage when applying for jobs. The knowledge I gained during the internship helped me land my first job."
"Having the right mentor made a huge difference. Her guidance shaped my skills and confidence that eventually led me to become a Web Developer."
Abel
Junior Programmer · Web Development Bootcamp Graduate
★★★★★
"This program was a big help in my journey as a student.
I was able to learn PHP, MVC, backend development,
and MySQL database structure—things I honestly didn't
expect myself to understand before.
"
"The bootcamp opened my perspective on programming
and helped me understand how systems are built.
Because of what I learned, I was able to contribute
meaningfully to our thesis project as part of the team."
"I wasn't the one who built everything,
but I was able to bring something valuable to the table.
That confidence came from having the right foundation.
"
"If you're thinking about joining,
I'd definitely recommend it.
The experience is truly worth it.
"
"I didn't expect myself to understand PHP, MVC,
backend development, and databases—but I did."
Monry
Web Developer · Web Development Bootcamp Graduate
★★★★★
"Before joining the bootcamp,
I honestly didn't know how to start my thesis project.
There were plenty of tutorials online,
but it's different when experienced professionals
guide you throughout the process.
"
"The bootcamp gave me a solid understanding of
how to structure a project properly,
organize directories using best practices,
and design databases for more complex systems.
Those lessons made it much easier to build
a system that stays organized as it grows.
"
"For students who feel lost on where to begin,
having a mentor makes a huge difference.
The guidance and best practices you learn
will stay with you long after your thesis.
"
"Tutorials can teach you code—
a mentor teaches you how to build."
Marvin
Front End Developer → Physical Security Engineer · Now doing PHP side hustles · Web Development Bootcamp Graduate
★★★★★
"The bootcamp helped us get started and gave us the foundational
knowledge in building a system. We did defend our thesis after
that and I've been using the knowledge I gained from the
bootcamp for some of my side hustles since then.
"
"My previous role was Front End Developer.
My current role is Physical Security Engineer, non-coding na
akong main role, but I still use PHP for freelance work.
Naa koy custom web app project and WordPress sites na gi-buhat
nako on the side. Gi-sunod pa nako ang MVC pattern nga
na-teach sa bootcamp.
"
"The skills I picked up didn't stop at thesis, they followed me
into freelance and into how I think about building systems."
"The bootcamp helped us get started and gave us the foundational
knowledge in building a system. I'm still using what I learned
for side hustles right now."
Ria
Data Protection Officer · Web Development Bootcamp Graduate
★★★★★
"Before our thesis, I only knew the basics of frontend
development. When thesis season came,
we honestly didn't know where or how to begin.
Someone recommended Ma'am Chy,
so we decided to join the bootcamp.
"
"During the bootcamp, I learned how to properly start
building a system. Even while preparing for our defense,
she continued guiding us—checking what was missing
and helping us improve until we were ready.
"
"Thankfully, we successfully defended our thesis.
Even today, I still apply what I learned,
especially in developing web applications
for hospital monitoring in my current work.
"
"We didn't know where to start — the bootcamp showed us how."
