WorldSkills Russia in Laser Technologies

In late 2017, I participated in the WorldSkills Russia contest, in the “Laser Technologies” trade. I won the university round and qualified for the all-Russia final in Moscow. In this final, I got a respected second place, slightly undercut by the fact that there were only two finalists! 🗿

Nonetheless, this was a great experience that gave me more practical skills than all six years of studies combined. I made a lot of cool things from wood, plastic, and metal with my own hands, and — even more importantly! — used the access to a CO2 laser to engrave my ukulele! 🪕