Bratislava / Slovakia

SOFTWARE ENGINEER × MAKER

I build softwarethat reaches beyond the screen.

By day, I build native applications and integrations at Slido. By night, I design circuit boards, program microcontrollers, and bring my own designs to life — from 3D model to final print.

PROFILE48.1486°N / 17.1077°E
Dominik Paľo
SOFTWARESwift · C# · TypeScript
HARDWAREPCB · IoT · 3D CAD
COMMUNITYMentoring · Courses
012014 → NOWSlido / Cisco
02macOS + WindowsNative development
0396Public repositories
04MakerSpaceLecturer & volunteer

01 / ABOUT

Between code and a soldering iron.

I’m a senior software engineer based in Bratislava. I enjoy solving problems where different worlds meet — the web with native apps, software with hardware, and technology with people.

SYS_A01

SOFTWARE ENGINEER

At Slido, part of Cisco, I build PowerPoint integrations for macOS and Windows. My main stack includes Swift, C, C++, and VBA; I also contribute to the .NET/C# and React/TypeScript parts of the product.

SYS_B02

MAKER & MENTOR

I design PCBs and program ESP32, STM32, and AVR microcontrollers. I’m experienced in 3D modelling and especially enjoy designing functional parts and models for 3D printing in Autodesk Fusion. At MakerSpace Bratislava, I volunteer, share knowledge as a lecturer, and lead hands-on courses.

TECHNOLOGIES & TOOLS
SwiftC#TypeScriptReactNode.jsC / C++ESP32KiCadAutodesk Fusion3D printing

02 / SELECTED WORK

Things that work in the real world.

From presentation integrations used by global teams to open-source hardware on my workbench.

02WEB ECOSYSTEM

Slido for Google Slides

A Chrome extension, Google Slides add-on, web player, and Slido Sidebar connected into one presentation experience.

TypeScriptReactGoogle Cloud
Open project
03NATIVE DESKTOP / 2017—2025

Slido Switcher

Eight years of building macOS and Windows apps that let presenters control their computer directly from Slido.

SwiftC#WPF
Open project
04PRODUCT INTEGRATION / 2018—2020

Slido for Slack

Backend, database, and interaction logic for an integration that brought Slido event management and audience questions into Slack.

Node.jsTypeScriptMySQLSlack API
Open project
05DEAN'S AWARD / 2013

Arduino Smart Home

Master’s thesis: a mobile app, server, and Arduino hardware for home control and automation — before the IoT boom.

ArduinoCordovaNode.jsCouchDB
Open project

03 / EXPERIENCE

Technology changes. Curiosity stays.

01
2014 — NOW

Senior Software Engineer

Slido / Cisco

Native macOS and Windows applications, web technologies, and integrations with presentation platforms.

02
2012 — 2016

Software & Hardware Engineer

Matsuko

Cross-platform mobile apps in Xamarin/C# and custom devices: PCB design, AVR firmware, and software integration.

03
2008 — 2013

Applied Informatics

FEI STU

Engineering degree focused on modelling and simulation of event systems. Active member of the Ynet association.

04 / COMMUNITY

Technology matters when it is shared.

In my free time, I’m active at MakerSpace Bratislava — a community workshop at Nová Cvernovka. I volunteer to help run the space, support people with electronics and maker projects, teach, lead hands-on courses, and help with the children’s Electronics Club. I’m also preparing a course on 3D modelling for printing.

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MAKERSPACE BRATISLAVANOVÁ CVERNOVKA
01VOLUNTEERHelping the community and workshop
02LECTURERElectronics courses and children’s club
03COURSE LEADElectronics and 3D modelling
MY COURSE AT MSBA

Electronics fundamentals

8 HOURSBEGINNER FRIENDLYSMALL GROUP
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A full-day course for complete beginners who want to understand electrical circuits and gain confidence working safely with components, measurements, and soldering. The content is organised into four parts — concepts, equipment, components, and soldering — with hands-on experiments throughout.

8 HOURStheory + practical exercises
BEGINNER FRIENDLYno previous experience needed
SMALL GROUPindividual guidance

The course is designed for beginners, hobbyists, DIY makers, and students. All tools and materials are provided on site; bringing your own laptop is recommended.

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I HELP TEACH

Electronics club for children

AGES 8–15WEDNESDAYSMAX. 8 CHILDREN
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A regular club that makes electronics approachable and practical for children. They progress from the fundamentals of electricity and simple circuits to programmable projects with Arduino.

AGES 8–15for curious children and young makers
WEDNESDAYSregular two-hour sessions
MAX. 8 CHILDRENindividual guidance and personal projects

Children build breadboard circuits with LEDs, sensors, and motors, program Arduino, and create their own projects — such as a blinker, thermometer, doorbell, or small robot. Materials are provided.

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UPCOMING COURSE

3D modelling for printing

FOR ADULTSWEEKLYAUTODESK FUSION
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A weekly course for adults focused on creating functional 3D models in Autodesk Fusion. Participants will learn how to turn an idea into a considered digital design that can be produced reliably with 3D printing.

FOR ADULTSpractical and approachable
WEEKLYregular sessions
AUTODESK FUSIONthe course’s primary tool

The course will cover the complete process — from creating a parametric model and choosing the right dimensions, tolerances, and design principles to checking geometry, orienting the part, and exporting it for further preparation and printing.

More information coming soon

05 / FREE TIME

When I’m away from the computer, I’m on the road.

Technology is a big part of my world, but the best experiences often begin away from a screen.

MOTORCYCLING

Honda NC750X

Riding clears my head, changes my perspective, and turns the road itself into the destination. My Honda NC750X is my favourite way to set off without a fixed plan.

Two wheelsOpen roadNo fixed plan
TRAVEL

Almost all of Asia

I love travelling, especially across Asia — a continent I have explored almost in its entirety. I’m drawn to its different cultures, food, restless cities, and places far beyond the main routes.

AsiaCulturesFoodBeyond the main routes