• Led a research team and facilitated brainstorming sessions to drive in-depth technology evaluation for a self-hosted cloud solution. • Designed and deployed a secure pocket-cloud server on Raspberry Pi, addressing traditional cloud limitations with controlled, cost-effective data storage using Raspberry Pi OS and RaspAP. • Implemented Wi-Fi hotspot access (including offline), SSH-based security, and expanded storage to enhance scalability and device functionality in internet-free environments.