A Workshop, Not a Classroom
Tessil was set up in George Town, Penang to deliver training that actually puts participants in front of real configurations — not just slides.
Back to HomeHow Tessil Came Together
Tessil started from a straightforward observation: teams working with multi-GPU infrastructure were spending months learning by trial and error, accumulating knowledge that could have been transferred in structured sessions. The training that existed was either too theoretical to be immediately useful or too vendor-specific to generalise.
The founders — engineers who had worked through that learning curve themselves — decided to build something closer to a maker space than a lecture hall. The idea was to organise knowledge into numbered stations, hand participants the right tools at each step, and let them work through real configurations rather than watch a presenter describe them.
George Town was a deliberate choice. Penang's technology sector is well-established, with manufacturing, semiconductor, and software development communities that regularly need this kind of skills work. The location makes it accessible to teams from across northern Malaysia and easy to reach from Singapore.
What We're Here to Do
Tessil exists to shorten the gap between technical knowledge and practical application for teams working with GPU infrastructure. We do that by running structured, hands-on workshops where participants leave with something they've actually done, not just heard about.
Our programmes are built around the idea that cluster setup follows a sequence — and that sequence can be taught, practised, and retained when it's presented clearly. We keep groups small, materials detailed, and exercises real.
Our Values
- Clarity over completeness — a focused session beats an exhaustive one
- Participants do the work, not just observe it
- Materials that are still useful six months later
- Honest scoping — we won't oversell what a two-day workshop can do
People Behind the Bench
A small team of engineers and curriculum builders who have worked with GPU infrastructure in production and now spend their time passing that experience on.
Ravi Harun
Lead Instructor
Systems engineer with a background in distributed compute environments. Responsible for curriculum design and session facilitation across all programmes.
Nurul Liyana
Operations & Client Coordination
Handles programme scheduling, client engagement, and the logistics behind on-site training engagements. Point of contact for organisations booking team sessions.
Teo Kah Seng
Lab & Materials Development
Builds and maintains the sandbox environments used in workshop sessions. Also develops the step cards and reference handbooks participants take away.
How We Keep Quality Consistent
Every session runs against the same internal checklist. These aren't aspirations — they're the minimum standard for a Tessil workshop.
Pre-Session Lab Verification
All sandbox environments and equipment are checked the day before each session. Participants arrive to a working setup, not a troubleshooting queue.
Participant-to-Instructor Ratio
Cohort sizes are set so every participant can get individual attention during exercises. We don't run oversized groups to fill seats.
Up-to-Date Materials
Step cards, lab guides, and reference sheets are reviewed before each programme cohort to reflect current tooling and configurations.
Post-Session Feedback
Every session ends with a structured debrief. Participant feedback is reviewed and used to adjust materials and delivery for subsequent cohorts.
Data Handling
Registration information and organisational details shared during on-site planning are handled in line with our privacy policy. We don't share client data with third parties.
Structured Scope Agreements
For on-site engagements, scope is agreed in writing before delivery begins. Changes are handled through a clear change process, not informal adjustments.
GPU Cluster Setup Training in Malaysia
Tessil operates from George Town, Penang — a city with a well-established base of engineering and technology activity across hardware, software, and manufacturing sectors. Our training programmes serve developers, DevOps engineers, and infrastructure teams who are moving into multi-GPU environments and need structured, hands-on preparation.
The Foundations Workshop is designed to build a working understanding of how GPU clusters are organised and configured, covering the physical and software layers in a two-day session. The Applied Setup Programme extends this to a multi-week format with configurable lab environments and instructor-supported troubleshooting. For organisations that need to bring this knowledge to their own team in their own setting, the On-Site Training engagement is structured around pre-planning conversations and delivered at the client's location.
All programmes are delivered in English and draw on practical experience with real cluster configurations. Materials are written and maintained in-house, not sourced from generic training catalogues. Tessil's location in Penang makes it a practical venue for teams based in northern Malaysia, and we regularly work with organisations in Kuala Lumpur and Singapore who prefer to travel for a focused engagement rather than run training in-house.
Send Your Team to the Right Workshop
Three programmes. One contact form. We'll work out which pathway fits your team's background and goals.
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