Vol. 9 No. 1 (2026): Regular Issue

This issue features research articles covering the fields of information technology, educational technology, civil engineering, and geomatics. The published works reflect the growing application of digital innovation and engineering practices in addressing practical challenges within workplace, educational, and technical environments.

The contributions in this issue discuss various topics, including the implementation of a WhatsApp-based canteen menu chatbot using TF–IDF and cosine similarity, the development of an Android facial-biometric attendance system for resource-constrained schools, the effect of compaction methods on the compressive strength and porosity of concrete, as well as the influence of geometric configuration and reference-point distance on resection accuracy in surveying calculations.

Collectively, the articles demonstrate the journal’s commitment to disseminating applied and interdisciplinary research that contributes to technological advancement, educational improvement, and engineering innovation. The editorial board hopes that the studies presented in this issue will serve as valuable references for academics, researchers, practitioners, and future developments in related fields.