About Gerrant Hiya

A deeper look into my engineering background, technical philosophy, and the evolution of my work in software architecture and IoT systems.

Gerrant Enriqo Hiya, S.Kom.

Gerrant Enriqo Hiya, S.Kom.

IT Developer

Jakarta, Indonesia · S.Kom.

Available for Projects UTC+7 (WIB)
Engineering Discipline

Building software systems with architectural clarity.

I am a Software Developer with a decade of programming experience and eight years of hands-on experience building real-world systems. My expertise spans PHP, Laravel, Next.js, and Flutter, with a focus on developing secure, scalable, and maintainable applications. Throughout my career, I have worked across education, legal, hospitality, and enterprise environments, translating complex business requirements into practical technology solutions. My approach to software development goes beyond writing code. I focus on understanding business processes, designing efficient system architectures, and building solutions that improve operational workflows and support long-term growth. From encrypted patient record platforms and academic management systems to real-time operational dashboards and enterprise applications, I value reliability, thoughtful engineering, and the practical impact of technology on the people who use it. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Information Systems from Universitas Tarumanagara, graduating with a GPA of 3.88, and have contributed to two journal publications. Combining technical expertise with an understanding of business and information systems, I continue to explore better ways to design, build, and integrate technology into everyday operations. My goal is to craft smart systems that solve meaningful problems, create lasting value, and contribute to a smarter, more connected future.
Focus & Specialization

"Reliable systems are the outcome of deliberate architecture: clean boundaries between database schemas, modular business logic, and resilient telemetry pipelines."

Relationship with Technology

How an innate curiosity about computing evolved into formal computer science study and practical engineering execution.

My journey in technology began in 2016 with Visual Basic 6, when I first discovered the satisfaction of turning ideas into working software. What started as an interest in programming gradually grew into a long-term pursuit of understanding how systems work, how problems can be solved through logic, and how technology can make everyday processes more efficient. Over the years, I expanded my skills across different programming languages, frameworks, and development environments, moving from desktop applications to modern web platforms, mobile applications, and integrated information systems. Each project became an opportunity to learn something new, experiment with different approaches, and transform technical knowledge into solutions that serve real-world needs. Today, I approach technology as more than a collection of tools or programming languages. I see it as a way to connect ideas, people, and processes through thoughtfully engineered systems. From my early experiments with Visual Basic 6 to developing applications with Laravel, Next.js, and Flutter, the underlying motivation remains the same: to understand how things work, solve meaningful problems, and build something that lasts.

Chronological Milestones

Key phases and technical milestones across my development career.

2016

First Steps in Programming

While in 6th grade, I wrote my first programs using Visual Basic 6 and Microsoft Access, marking the beginning of my journey in technology and software development.

2017 — 2018

Programming & Databases

During junior high school, I expanded my programming knowledge and began working with relational databases, learning how to build applications integrated with SQL Server and MySQL.

2019 — 2021

IoT & Web Integration

I explored the world of Internet of Things (IoT) using ESP8266 and Arduino Uno, while learning how to connect hardware with web-based systems and exchange data between devices and websites.

2021 — 2022

Mobile App Development

I began developing mobile applications using MIT App Inventor 2, while learning to integrate mobile applications with backend systems and PHP-based APIs.

2022 — 2025

Bachelor’s Degree in Information Systems

I pursued a Bachelor’s Degree in Information Systems (S.Kom.), strengthening my foundation in software development, databases, systems analysis, information systems, and IT management.

2024

Teaching Assistant

I served as a teaching assistant and taught practical sessions for several courses, including Database Systems, Algorithms & Programming, Information Systems Analysis & Design, Database Administration, and Object-Based Programming.

2024 — 2025

First Paid Professional Project

I received my first paid software development project from the Faculty of Information Technology, Universitas Tarumanagara, to develop a thesis management system for the Information Systems Study Program.

2025

IT & MIS Internship

I completed a 6-month IT & Management Information Systems internship, gaining professional experience in applying technology to real-world organizational needs.

2025

Bachelor’s Degree Completed

I graduated with a Bachelor of Computer Science (S.Kom.) in Information Systems, completing my formal academic journey in IT.

Present

IT Professional

Today, I work as an IT Staff & Professional, trusted to develop, manage, and support technology solutions for organizations and companies across various industries and sectors.

Formal Education

Undergraduate degree and formal foundation in computer science and information systems.

2022 — 2025 S.Kom. (August 2022 - December 2025)

Bachelor of Computer Science (S.Kom.)

Information System

Universitas Tarumanagara · Jakarta, Indonesia

Focused on Information Systems, Software Engineering, Database Management, and applied research in Recommendation Systems and IoT. Completed undergraduate thesis on IoT telematics systems, served as Assistant Lecturer across core computer science courses, and worked as Research Assistant.