On April 11, 2026, the annual gathering of the community dedicated to industry-education integration within the realm of Xiaomi's next-generation smart hardware technology took place at the Chengdu Science Fiction Museum, located in Pidu District, Chengdu. This significant occasion not only witnessed the signing and inauguration of Xiaomi's third national hub for industry-education synergy but also hosted the OpenVela Industry-Education Ecosystem Summit and unveiled a series of groundbreaking accomplishments in the field of industry-education integration.

The newly established base adopts an innovative model that seamlessly blends a '4,800-square-meter teaching and training facility with a 1,200-square-meter AIoT (Artificial Intelligence of Things) interactive experience center.' This setup is in perfect harmony with Xiaomi's overarching 'Human-Vehicle-Home Full Ecosystem' strategy, reflecting the company's commitment to fostering a holistic and interconnected technological ecosystem.

For the first time, the base introduces the XIAOMI MICA OpenVela R&D Engineer Talent Cultivation System. This pioneering program places a strong emphasis on pivotal technologies, including the OpenVela open-source operating system, and offers three distinct categories of engineer certification tracks. These tracks are designed to cater to the diverse needs and aspirations of aspiring engineers, providing them with a structured pathway to acquire specialized skills and expertise.

This landmark event served as a vital platform for advancing the smart hardware industry and nurturing the development of new, high-quality productive forces in the western region of China. By bringing together industry leaders, educators, and innovators, it fostered a collaborative environment conducive to the exchange of ideas, the sharing of best practices, and the exploration of new frontiers in technology and education.