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GOODNEWS DANIEL

#** ******* **** *****, *******, Nigeria.

Email: ac97sh@r.postjobfree.com

Phone: (+234) 810-***-****

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science (Hons.) in Software Engineering September, 2012. University of East London, United Kingdom.

Class: First Class Honours

Final Year Research and Development Project: Implementation of Rules-based Expert System Game (Advocate) for Law Students. Whereas the Project simulated Moot Court using legal Expert System technology, it also investigated the relationship between Artificial Intelligence and Law, and the gamification of Legal Rules. And whilst the research was awarded a grade of 74% (First Class), its implementation also attracted a First Class grade of 75%. Diploma in Network Engineering September, 2008.

Gates Computing College, Mumbai, India.

National Diploma in Law August, 2005.

Rivers State College of Arts and Science

Port Harcourt, Nigeria

RESEARCH INTERESTS

My primary research interest is in the area(s) of Machine Learning, Blockchain Technology, and Cyber Security. Thus, investigating the applicable Machine Learning Algorithms and Techniques in Cyber Security, and designing Blockchain-powered applications is the general goal of my research.

RESEARCH EXPERIENCE

Bayelsa Medical University, Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, Nigeria (2019 – Present) Graduate Assistant/Researcher,

Teach programming (C++, PHP (CodeIgniter), C# and VB.NET), software development, and database management

Investigating the application of Machine Learning algorithm especially C4.5 on Big Data in the health sector

Lex Computus Labs, Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, Nigeria (2018 – Present) Legal Technology Researcher,

Analysed and proposed a reform of legal education curriculum for technology integration and adoption

Investigating the application of Machine Learning techniques in the justice sector 2

Bayelsa State Judiciary, Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, Nigeria (2018 – Present) Research Assistant and Software technologies Consultant

Recommended and participated in the analysis, modelling and design of bespoke smart (case management) justice App

Investigated the role of technology in Justice administration in Bayelsa State University of East London, United Kingdom. (2009 - 2012) Undergraduate Researcher

Investigated the relationship between Artificial Intelligence and Law, and the future of AI in Law.

Developed and gamified a Rules-based Expert System that simulated Moot Court for law students

Chimerical Labs, Mantin, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia (2011 – 2012) Research Assistant

Participated in the analysis, modelling and development of a Risk Detecting System mock-up for beta testing

Designed Test Cases and carried out manual WhiteBox Testing TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Lex Computus Laboratories, Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, Nigeria. (2017 – Present) Director/Trainer

Organized and trained lawyers on Cloud Computing,, Internet and Computer Networks, Information Security, Digital Forensics, and Google Apps

Organized “Law Innovations Seminar” where I delivered lectures bordering on technology, Artificial Intelligence, Law and the Fourth Industrial Revolution

Developed Training Manuals on various Tech areas of focus such as Cloud Computing, Programing Fundamentals, Artificial Intelligence and Law, etc. Aptech Computer Education, Uyo, Akwa-Ibom State, Nigeria - Indian computer Education Company offering Bachelor ’s Degree in Software Engineering. (2015) Centre Academic Head/Faculty

Managed students web portal, set and marked exams, prepared and sent weekly reports to Headquarters in India

Created class schedules, supervised and evaluated Faculties’ delivery and performances

Taught Java, C#, C++ and C Programming

Supervised Software Engineering Final Year Projects TalentEdge (Nig.) Limited, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria - Indian Information Technology training company with a Branch in Port-Harcourt, Rivers Nigeria. (2014) Trainer

Taught Windows Server 2012 Active Directory

Trained Mobil’s Server Administrators on Windows Server Management and Software Development

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Rivers State College of Arts and Science, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria - a National Diploma and Higher National Diploma awarding College (now Elechi Amadi Polytechnic) in Port Harcourt, Nigeria. (2013)

Tutor, Department of Computer Science

Taught Fundamentals of Computing

Taught software development methodologies

Taught Unified Modelling Language (UML) and system modelling and design

Taught Java Programming (OOP fundamentals and application in Java) Stars Comprehensive College, Omudiagha, Rivers State, Nigeria (2013) Instructor

Taught Computer Studies (theory and practical)

Tutored, prepared and mentored students for the West African Senior Secondary School Exam.

Megastars Academic Tutorials, Linton University College, Mantin, Malaysia – ad hoc Tutorials organized for students by the African Students Fellowship (ASF) in Linton University College, Mantin, Malaysia. (2012)

Programme Co-ordinator/Tutor

Organized classes, designed course modules, and taught programming and system analysis

PROFESSIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE

LawCribs Limited, Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria (2018 – Till Date) Founder/CEO

Initiated the idea behind its launch

Participated and managed the product development from beginning to end

Developed its business plan

Geecock Solutions Limited, Yenagoa, Bayelsa, Nigeria (2013 – Till Date) Co-founder/CEO/Project Manager

Delivered over Ten (10) software projects with a Team of developers

Optimized development by adopting Agile development methodologies

Increased deliverables and decreased delivery time

Developed deep client-centric relationships for better requirements elicitations and software development

Office of Secretary to State Government, Governor’s Office, Government of Bayelsa State, Nigeria (2016 - 2017)

Software/Hardware Technologies Expert

Initiated the design of Electronic Document Managing Portal for in-house use

Maintained Office hardware such as printers, PCs, wireless router, etc., and where necessary, recommended new purchases for optimal productivity

Designed and supervised the implementation of intranet for the Office

Carried out in-house ICT training for all staff members 4

Tech-flow Energy, Oil and Gas Limited, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria (2014) IT Manager

Supervised the successful design and deployment of firm’s Website and business HR software

Designed and supervised the implementation of Local Area Network of 15 PCs and 1 24-port Switch

Supervised the purchase and deployment of IT infrastructure

Organized in-house IT training to optimize service and efficiency Creative Realities Limited, Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, Nigeria (2008 - 2009) IT Expert/Site Supervisor

Maintained office computer systems and network

Supervised Site constructions and workers

Gesi Publishing Company Ltd., Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, Nigeria (2006 - 2008) IT and Law Columnist

Wrote and edited articles bordering on technology and law PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS

CISCO Certified Network Associate (2008)

Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (2008)

EC-Council’s Certified Ethical Hacker (2008

COMPTIA Network+ Certified Professional (2008)

COMPTIA A+ Certified Professional (2008)

PUBLICATIONS

Daniel, G., 2017. What if the computer replaces the lawyer? Port Harcourt, Nigeria: Rodi Printing & Publishing Company Ltd. Available at: www.amazon.com/author/goodnewsdaniel

Daniel, G., 2016. Seedlings of amazing realities. Kindle Publishing. Available at: www.amazon.com/author/goodnewsdaniel

Daniel, G., 2016. Wired for excellence. Kindle Publishing. Available at: www.amazon.com/author/goodnewsdaniel

Daniel, G. (2016). The Goodnews poetry: a unique anthology. Kindle Publishing. Available at: www.amazon.com/author/goodnewsdaniel CONFERENCE PRESENTATION AND SEMINAR

Speaker on “The Impact of Technology on Business Growth in Africa: The Legal Industry as Test Case.” (Conference paper presentation at the African Bar Association Conference 2017, Port Harcourt, Nigeria. Available at: www.afribar.com/download/goodnewsdaniel

Host/Speaker at “Law Innovations Seminar” with the Eastern Bar Forum, Calabar, Cross River State, Nigeria (2017) on the Theme: “The 21 st

Century Lawyer: Changes

and Challenges”

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Host/Speaker at “Law Innovations Conference 2018 (maiden edition)” on the Theme:

“The Application of Computer Technologies in the Legal Domain” HONOURS AND AWARDS

Niger Delta Development Commission Postgraduate Foreign Scholarship (2014)

Dean’s Award of Academic Excellence, Linton University College, Malaysia (2010, 2011, 2012)

Student Representative Excellent Leadership Award, Linton University College, Malaysia (2011)

Bayelsa State Foreign Scholarship Award to Malaysia (2009)

Bayelsa State Foreign Scholarship Award to India (2008)

Best Public Speaker Award (2008 - Acumen Training, India) PROFESSIONAL BODIES

1. British Computer Society (2012)

2. Nigerian Computer Society (2008)

LEADERSHIP AND TEAMWORK

Founder/Project Manager, LawCribs Development Project 2018 (www.lawcribs.com)

- an online platform for legal process outsourcing, case management, and social networking for lawyers.

Founder, Lex Computus Laboratories 2017 (www.lexcomlabs.com) - a research and development lab focused on Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain technologies, etc.

Co-founded Geecock Solutions Limited - a software development firm (2013)

Chairman, Constitution Drafting Committee, Students Representatives Council, Linton University College, Malaysia (2011)

Student Representative, Linton University College, Malaysia (2011)

Founder and Editor-in-Chief, Megastars Quarterly Digest (2011)

Student Representative, Gates Computing College, Mumbai, India (2008) SKILLS

Tools: Rational Rose, ArgoUML, Wireframe, Packet Tracer, Microsoft Office Suite, Ms Project, Ms Visio, Visual Studio, Komodo Edit, Eclipse IDE, NetBeans IDE, etc.

Operating System: Windows, Ubuntu, Mac Os (use and maintenance) Technical Skills: Software Project Management, Programming in C++, C#, Java and PHP

(intermediate), Network Design, Database Design, Systems Analysis, Modelling and Design (Unified Modelling Language), Software Testing, Documentation, Research & Academic Writing Soft Skills: Teamwork, Leadership, Communication, Goal-Setting, Motivation Presentation, Creative and Inspirational Writing, Teaching, Public Speaking, etc.

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REFERENCES

1. Dr. Nicholas Dienegha

Senior Lecturer in Computer Science Department,

Nigeria Delta University

Wilberforce Island, Amassoma, Bayelsa State, Nigeria Email: ac97sh@r.postjobfree.com

Phone: +234(0)814-***-****

2. Dr. Umapathy Eaganathan

Senior lecturer in Computing

Asia Pacific

University, Malaysia

Email: ac97sh@r.postjobfree.com

Phone: +601********

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