The Vietnam International Innovation Expo 2023 (VIIE 2023) took place over five days at the National Innovation Center (NIC) in Hoa Lac Hi-Tech Park. In its second edition, VIIE 2023 attracted nearly 300 leading technology companies from both domestic and international sectors, fostering connections among various elements within the innovation ecosystem, including research institutions, incubators, and investment funds.
At the heart of this convergence of technological giants, UIT proudly introduced technology products and technology transfers developed entirely from Vietnamese intellect at the VNUHCM's booth. One of the highlighted innovations was the Virtual Lab System (vLab).
Developed by the research team from the Information Security Laboratory, VNUHCM – University of Information Technology (UIT) located in Linh Trung Ward, Thu Duc City, Ho Chi Minh City, the Virtual Lab System (vLab) is a platform designed to support training in the field of Information Technology. Built on virtualization and cloud computing technologies, vLab aims to enhance the efficiency of training and teaching processes.
vLab Homepage: vlab.uit.edu.vn
Key Features of vLab:
- Class-based Practice Organization and Management:
- vLab supports efficient class management, particularly when multiple students are involved. This feature allows the organization of practical classes with numerous participants and facilitates resource sharing among members within the same group. Image
- Diverse and Easily Customizable Practice Scenarios:
- vLab offers a drag-and-drop interface, enabling users to easily customize practice scenarios according to the study content, allowing for personalized learning experiences. Additionally, the system provides common practice scenarios related to information security, software development, artificial intelligence, and big data. Image
- Swift and Flexible Practice Environment Deployment:
- With pre-configured practice scenarios and a user-friendly interface, vLab simplifies the deployment of practice exercises through a few straightforward steps. Furthermore, the cloud-based platform enables rapid and flexible practice environment deployment.
- Access Anytime, Anywhere: vLab operates 24/7, allowing students to manage their study schedules and conveniently access the practice environment from anywhere. Image
- Effectiveness Analysis of Practice Processes: vLab provides the capability to monitor and record the results of practice exercises, enabling detailed and automated assessment of the effectiveness of practical assignments. Image: https://tinyurl.com/4ba6aumd
vLab Implementation and Impact at HCMC National University:
- Serves over 1,000 users, including students and faculty members.
- Over 120 courses have been created.
- More than 400 practice exercises have been deployed.
- More than 92% of students express their desire to continue using vLab for practical exercises.
- UIT's vLab stands as a testament to Vietnamese innovation and technological advancement, providing a cutting-edge learning experience in the field of Information Technology
Detailed Information: https://www.facebook.com/UIT.Fanpage/videos/265694016452863/
Hai Bang - Communication Collaborator, University of Information Technology
English version: Phan Huy Hoang
