My Path So Far

I’ve loved making things for as long as I can remember, and I created my first program when I was 14 years old—a retro snake game in Scratch. From that moment on, I knew I wanted to be a software engineer, so I started learning how to code in my free time with a programming language called Processing.

I then went on to study Computer Science at the University of Birmingham, where I gained a strong foundation in software engineering, data structures, algorithms, machine learning, artificial intelligence, and mobile & ubiquitous computing. During this time, I worked on exciting projects, such as developing a computer vision algorithm to classify brain scans for tumour detection and building a mobile app that uses machine learning and natural language processing to recommend workouts based on user messages. While pursuing my studies, I also volunteered as a teaching lead at CodeYourFuture, a non-profit organisation that offers full-stack web development training to individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds, including refugees, asylum seekers, and low-income families. This experience not only enhanced my web and software development skills but also taught me how to collaborate effectively with a team of developers and mentors, as well as present technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

Later on, I chose to further pursue my interest in Artificial Intelligence by studying for a Master’s degree in Artificial Intelligence at Birmingham City University. This program has allowed me to deepen my knowledge in key areas, including deep learning, data visualisation, machine learning, and applied AI. During my studies, I worked on various AI-related projects and participated in hackathons, developing tools such as house price predictors and AI-powered voice assistants (more details can be found on the respective pages of the website). Additionally, I completed a year-long internship at Kollestee UK Global as a Machine Learning Engineer intern, where I contributed to the development of innovative AI-driven solutions for automation and robotic systems.

Currently, I am undertaking a six-month placement with Probuild360 as an AI & Data Analytics Software Engineer, where I’m developing an internal product and working on its integration with AI-based systems to enhance its functionality.