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Fredericton, Nb, Ca

Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada

● Continuing the development and refinement of AI models with a focus on enhancing accuracy and integrating new datasets.● Expanding on previous work by implementing additional AI functionalities, such as gesture recognition and data-driven decision-making tools, within the IGT platforms.● Collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate AI models into production environments, ensuring seamless interaction between various system components.● Conducting ongoing research into emerging AI technologies and methodologies to keep the project at the forefront of innovation.● Responsible for maintaining and updating the custom-built Next.js application that connects multiple APIs, ensuring it remains user-friendly and meets project requirements.● Providing support and troubleshooting for AI models in production, continuously monitoring and optimizing performance to meet project benchmarks.Skills/Software Used: Next.js, JavaScript, React, Python, ONNX, Git, Docker

Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada

● Developed and trained AI models using extensive datasets, focusing on data preprocessing, model accuracy, and system integration.● Collaborated with Platform and Automation teams to design and implement AI-driven solutions, including the development of custom APIs using Python and FastAPI.● Conducted in-depth research on machine learning techniques to enhance project outcomes, applying advanced methodologies such as Bayesian optimization to improve model performance.● Debugged and optimized software components, addressing complex issues related to dataset formatting, model compatibility, and system performance, resulting in significant improvements in stability and efficiency.● Participated in the full AI development lifecycle, from model creation and training to deployment and system integration, gaining hands-on experience in machine learning, data analysis, and algorithm optimization.Skills/Software Used: Python, FastAPI, TensorFlow, NumPy, ONNX, Git, Visual Studio Code

Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada

● Trained and coached student fundraisers, monitored performance, and provided feedback to enhance communication skills and fundraising effectiveness.● Managed biweekly special calling programs and donor engagement efforts, while supporting administrative tasks and reporting for the Annual Giving Officer.

Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada

● Maintain an error-free, confidential donor database by accurately recording calls and gifts/pledges.● Enhance donor satisfaction and retention by crafting personalized thank-you notes to alumni.● Collaborate in a team-oriented environment with fellow student fundraisers to achieve institutional goals.

Crouton - Advanced RAG-based AI SaaS• Developed a RAG-based AI SaaS application using hierarchical indexing and hybrid search techniques, processing complex, multi-domain text, image, and video data from various sources including textbooks, public domain videos, and scientific literature.• Implemented dynamic query expansion and semantic search algorithms, reducing processing time by 70% for datasets up to 1 million words compared to baseline retrieval methods.• Engineered an architecture capable of simultaneously processing 6-10 large textbooks (approximately 3000-5000 pages total), improving information retrieval accuracy by 50% based on relevance scoring metrics.Technologies Utilized: Pinecone, FastAPI, Python, OpenAI Embeddings, Claude Embeddings, React.js, SQL (MySQL/PostgreSQL), Redis, Elasticsearch, and TensorFlow.

Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada

● Produced training samples for building type classification using images and LiDAR data for a flood mapping project in Fredericton. Used Python and ArcGIS to process and analyze the data, and created a user-friendly interface to visualize and label the samples. Increased the accuracy and efficiency of the classification by 25% and received positive feedback.● Automated point cloud data extraction of over 80 million data points from various sources using Python scripts. Reduced the task time from 10 hours to 5 hours, and the manual extraction time from 4 hours to 1 hour, saving 8 hours of work per week and improving the data quality and consistency.● Implemented efficient algorithms using Python, NumPy, and SciPy for handling large point cloud datasets, ensuring data integrity and accuracy. Performed data cleaning, filtering, segmentation, registration, and feature extraction, and applied statistical and machine learning techniques to identify and remove outliers, noise, and errors.● Maintained a large-scale database using SQL and Python to compare the functionality and efficiency of multiple data-measuring software packages, such as ArcGIS, QGIS, CloudCompare, and PDAL. Conducted a comprehensive evaluation and benchmarking, and recommended the optimal software for project needs based on performance, usability, compatibility, and cost.● Developing a script using Python and Computer Vision that automates extracting frames from an MP4 video and converts them into a point cloud for flood mapping analysis. Using OpenCV for computer vision and LASpy for point cloud format. Demonstrating skills in Python scripting, computer vision, data automation, and flood mapping analysis.

Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada

● Assist lab users wherever possible and redirect questions to other library staff when necessary.● Update technology being utilized and ensure it is working to its maximum efficiency (Design Software, 3D Printers, 3D Scanning, Sewing Machines, Cricut, etc).● Collaborate with a group of 17+ individuals to maintain the functionality of the Fabrication Lab.● Weekly troubleshooting and repair of technology in the lab.

Kathmandu, Nepal

● As the marketing and sales manager of a small online business, I was responsible for managing the marketing, bookkeeping, and communications of the company. I implemented various tools and systems to streamline and automate the processes, such as Figma, QuickBooks, Mailchimp, and Hootsuite. As a result, I increased the productivity of the company by 80% and freed up more time for strategic planning and customer engagement.● Conducted market research and data analysis to identify the needs, preferences, and trends of the target audience. Created and executed data-driven marketing plans and strategies, such as SEO, content marketing, email marketing, and social media marketing. Increased the business reach by 120%, from 10,000 to 22,000 monthly visitors, and the conversion rate by 20%, from 5% to 6%, in six months.● Generated and closed more than 170 sales leads using social media platforms, such as Facebook, Tiktok, and Instagram. Established rapport and trust with prospective clients, demonstrated the value proposition and benefits of the products, and negotiated and finalized the deals.● Skills: Social Media Marketing using Hootsuite aswell as organic marketing via short form media content, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn, Figma for designing and prototyping web and mobile products, Training and coaching new hires and interns, Business development and management using QuickBooks and Google Analytics, Online Search using Google and Bing, Product Quality assurance and testing using UserTesting and SurveyMonkey, Business Strategy formulation and execution using SWOT and PEST analysis, Product Design and development using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

Kathmandu, Bāgmatī, Nepal

● Appointed as team captain of Junior Varsity team in junior year, and as team captain of Varsity team in senior year by members and coaches.● Served as the mediator between coaches and team members to facilitate a stronger bond.● Promoted healthy relationships in the team and community.● Balanced full-time academic course load with weekly 10-20 hours of athletic responsibilities.

Kathmandu, Bāgmatī, Nepal

● Conducted community-based surveys and market research to assess the potential for growth for theorganization, and collected data to improve audiences’ experience, achieving 98% audience satisfaction.● Improved website exposure through analysis of SEO (Search Engine Optimization) metrics such asorganic traffic, pages-per-session, dwell time, and bounce rates, resulting in an additional 15 minutes spent on the website on average. ● Developed content to market fundraising events, resulting in an over 250% increase in fundraising amounts.

Kathmandu, Bāgmatī, Nepal

● Facilitated the technical management of a small yet diverse team of 7 individuals.● Conceptualized and developed web content as well as performed regular website updates.

Kathmandu, Nepal

● Worked with the content marketing manager to communicate effectively with the target audience on social media, increasing brand recognition by over 75% in the local area.● Attained exponential growth in leads through social media marketing, gaining over 200 clients.● Achieved over 250+ product sales by closing interested clients.

Bachelor Of Computer Science - Bsc, Computer Science

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