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Saudi Arabia

Saudi Games 2023 Judo Nominee:Ranked among the top 8 judo players in Saudi Arabia; demonstrated exceptional Olympic potential; consistently placed highly in regional and national competitions; received offers from the esteemed Judo Team Al- Nasser FC.National Silver Medalist, Saudi Arabia 2023 Judo Nationals:Trained under Okaz FC; practiced with Olympic players before the competition; won 6 consecutive matches by ippon, including against the Asia Champion and world-ranked top 10.

- Received the prestigious Award of Excellence for outstanding contributions as a Student Ambassador, recognized for dedication and impact within the program.- Selected to share guidance and insights on the UPenn ELP website, showcasing leadership and expertise in student engagement.- Played a pivotal role in facilitating orientation activities, offering personalized guidance to incoming students and fostering a supportive community atmosphere.

- Explored the intersection of anthropology and software development.- Investigated the imperative of integrating cultural sensitivity into software design to enhance product quality and user experience.- Advocated for the adoption of an anthropological framework in software development to mitigate biases and understand user behavior.- Proposed strategies to foster cultural understanding in software development and eliminate inequalities perpetuated by biased algorithms.- Presented findings in a compelling manner, advocating for action within the software industry.

Saudi Arabia

- Provided bespoke software development services to clients and organizations.- Spearheaded the development of diverse software applications, including a sophisticated e-commerce platform for "Azraq Aloud, " a Saudi fragrance startup, and custom web pages for Project Wefaq under the Ministry of Education. - Fostered collaborative partnerships with clients, actively engaging in dialogue to understand their business objectives and deliver tailored software solutions that surpassed expectations.

Taif, Makkah, Saudi Arabia

"Wefaq" is an educational reform project aimed at addressing disputes and promoting unity within the educational community in Taif Governorate. - Implemented a scalable database system, incorporating MySQL and NoSQL technologies, to manage and track educational case resolutions under the "Wefaq" initiative, ensuring robust data management.- Provided technical leadership in troubleshooting complex challenges, adhering to industry security standards to maintain data integrity and privacy within the "Wefaq" project framework.

Taif, Makkah, Saudi Arabia

- Strategized production volume planning and coordinated distribution to over 9 selling points.- Implemented growth strategies including the development of an e-commerce platform to expand market reach.- Engineered custom storage containers to optimize inventory management and distribution processes.- Monitored customer feedback to drive continuous improvement in product offerings and services.-Stayed abreast of market trends to inform strategic decision-making and maintain competitive edge.

- Oversaw the development of a productivity mobile app interface, ensuring seamless user experience (UX) and intuitive user interface (UI) design, while leading a team of 6 through agile development cycles.- Guided the creation of concept prototypes, emphasizing usability and user-centric design principles.- Delivered a comprehensive final presentation to judges, articulating technical details and project milestones fluently in English.- Led the team to secure 2nd place regionally, optimizing code efficiency and performance to meet stringent competition criteria.- Recognized for technical prowess and leadership among 500+ participants, earning the opportunity to co-host the nationwide award ceremony.

- Researched the influence of urbanization on education within the context of modern ideologies rooted in religious beliefs, examining their effects on educational systems and scientific progress. - Communicated research outcomes to leading professors, emphasizing significant findings and potential implications for educational theory and practice.- Recognized for outstanding research contributions and the meticulous quality of work, underscoring the significance of the findings in advancing the understanding of educational anthropology within contemporary societal contexts.

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Bachelor'S Degree, Computer Science

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