👋 Hello, Everyone!
Hello everyone. My name is Miu Matsuki.
Today, I would like to share a little about my journey so far, my new challenge in Web Development, and the dreams I envision for the future.
⚙️ The Spirit of "Kaizen" Forged in Manufacturing
My career began after graduating from Kagoshima National College of Technology with a degree in Electronic Control Engineering, when I joined Sony as a Production Technology Engineer.
This period of approximately four and a half years was an invaluable time for me to deeply learn:
- The intricacies of manufacturing
- The importance of problem-solving
- The spirit of Kaizen — the continuous pursuit of improvement
💻 Developing Software to Solve Real Problems
Specifically, I immersed myself in developing inspection software using C# to support the quality of audio products.
Through this development, I not only wrote code but also discovered the joy of:
- Deeply understanding on-site challenges
- Solving problems with technology
- Improving workflows through automation
Furthermore, by leveraging VBA and Python to automate daily tasks, I contributed to improving team productivity.
That experience fostered both:
- Confidence as an engineer
- Joy in helping people through technology
These experiences led me to a fundamental question:
How can we eliminate inefficiencies and build more refined systems?
🌏 Learning Through Global Collaboration
My experience working at overseas factories in Malaysia and Vietnam further broadened my perspective.
- Investigated the causes of defects
- Collaborated with local engineers
- Worked in multicultural environments
- Provided technical guidance
Overcoming language barriers and witnessing team growth firsthand taught me the true essence of working in a global environment.
This experience deeply ingrained in me:
- The importance of collaboration
- Respect for diverse perspectives
- The value of working toward common goals
💼 A New Chapter Begins: Freelancing and the Challenge of Web Development
In September 2025, I left my long-term corporate position and embarked on a new journey as a freelancer.
While preparing for this study abroad program, I took on:
- Video editing projects
- Design work
- Freelance creative tasks
These experiences reconfirmed the joy of:
"Creating something with my own hands that can be useful to someone."
🌐 Discovering Web Development
During my corporate years, I also spent three months attending an online WebDev school, where I learned the fundamentals of web development in English, including:
- HTML
- CSS
- PHP
- MySQL
- Laravel
I even had the opportunity to build a website similar to Booking.com as part of a team project specifically designed for people requiring barrier-free access.
That experience allowed me to feel the excitement of web application development firsthand.
However, I also felt frustrated that I hadn't fully utilized those skills afterward.
That is exactly why I see this Web Development course as:
An opportunity to transform knowledge into practical, real-world skills.
🌟 Expectations for the Web Development Course
In this Web Development course, I strongly aspire to:
- Acquire professional web development skills
- Improve my English communication ability
- Build a foundation for a global engineering career
I am particularly interested in applying the Kaizen mindset cultivated during my time at Sony to web development.
I believe this perspective can contribute to:
- Better user experiences
- Efficient systems
- Thoughtful product improvement
🤝 Learning Beyond Technology
Another important goal is learning:
- International team development methodologies
- Real-world collaboration skills
- Industry practices used globally
Building a network in Vancouver, a city filled with opportunities, is also something I highly value.
Furthermore, gaining practical overseas IT experience through a paid Co-op internship is an indispensable step in my career journey.
Since I love nothing more than:
"Bringing ideas to life,"
I am genuinely excited about this learning experience.
📚 After the First Week: Rediscovering the Importance of Fundamentals
After completing four months of ESL, the Web Development classes have finally begun, and every day feels incredibly stimulating.
The first week mainly focused on foundational concepts, but I strongly understand that these fundamentals will become the base supporting:
- My future learning
- My future career
- My confidence as a developer
Because of that, I am carefully reviewing everything I learn each day.
🛠️ Practical Learning Matters
One thing that particularly impressed me is that the instructors don't simply teach technical skills.
They also share:
- Recommended tools
- Industry trends
- Real developer workflows
- Practical career insights
This approach allows me to learn from a much more practical perspective rather than just theoretical study.
I hope to absorb as much knowledge and experience as possible from these instructors.
I also plan to build my own portfolio website in the future and discover the best technology stack through this learning process.
🌈 My Vision for the Future
My ultimate goal is to establish a:
💻 "Free and Flexible Nomadic Lifestyle"
A lifestyle where I can work anywhere in the world with just a laptop:
- Canada 🇨🇦
- Australia 🇦🇺
- Malaysia 🇲🇾
- Europe 🇪🇺
By combining skills such as:
- Web Development
- AI utilization
- Video editing
I aim to become an:
Independent freelancer who is not reliant on a single company.
🤖 Helping Others Through Technology
Beyond personal freedom, I want to use technology to help others.
By:
- Automating repetitive tasks
- Improving efficiency
- Reducing unnecessary workloads
I hope to help people focus more on meaningful and creative work.
This goal naturally comes from the Kaizen spirit I developed throughout my engineering career.
✨ Final Thoughts
To cherish my own life design while contributing to society through technology — that is the future I truly desire.
I believe this Web Development course is an important step toward making that dream a reality.
Thank you for reading my story 🙌