C# Computer Science

SAIFUL RATUL

************@*******.*** 437-***-**** https://www.linkedin.com/in/saiful-ratul/ https://github.com/sratul EDUCATION

MS in Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence), University of New Orleans, New Orleans, Louisiana, USA 2020 - 2022

• Recipient of the Achievement in Computer Science (ACERS) Scholarship. MS in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems), University of New Orleans, New Orleans, Louisiana, USA 2014 - 2016

• Recipient of the Privateer Scholarship.

BS in Electronics and Telecommunications Engineering, North South University, Dhaka, Bangladesh 2008 - 2012

• Final Project: Virtual Staff - A belt-based Arduino device, used for navigation by the Visually Impaired. SKILLS

Python, C#, .Net, MATLAB, Java, Swift, JavaScript, C, C++, SQL, Git, Microsoft SQL Server, Tableau, PyTorch, TensorFlow PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Instructor: Mobile Application Development, Canadore College, Scarborough, Ontario, Canada 2024 – Present

• Courses taught: Web Development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript), Game Development (C#, Unity), Intro to Database Design (SQL), Rich Media Development (Adobe Animate).

• Designing the syllabus and delivering engaging, multimedia lessons aligned with adult learning and program outcomes. Research Assistant, University of New Orleans, New Orleans, USA 2022 – 2023

• Worked on US Naval Research Laboratory machine learning projects on satellite images to improve land/water distinction.

• Developed a custom UNET model using Pytorch that outperformed traditional deep learning models by 8 percent. Software Engineer, Entergy, New Orleans, USA 2020 – 2022

• Engineered a Python application utilizing Pandas for data manipulation, and Tkinter for a user-friendly graphical interface. This streamlined the generation and comparison of protection settings, saving significant time and reducing human error.

• Conducted code reviews, cross-checked coding standards, and managed source control processes to ensure code quality.

• Migrated legacy VB.NET code to C# and documented enterprise software for efficient knowledge transfer. Engineer, Electrical Engineering Professional Services, New Orleans, USA 2017 – 2020

• Developed and implemented a C# application that streamlined the project design submission process, resulting in a significant 33% reduction in delays, ensuring timely project initiation and improved project timelines.

• Assisted senior developers with peer-reviewing code, debugging, unit testing, and researching innovative solutions.

• Authored training manuals and standards for clear communication and trained Entergy Employees in Software Applications. Intern, Entergy, New Orleans, USA 2015 – 2017

• Streamlined and updated Entergy Manufacturer Database through proficient SQL queries for Data accuracy.

• Created user-friendly Excel forms with SQL queries and VBA-based applications for better material management. PROJECTS

Project: Contour Detection using Pytorch Deep Learning. (2023)

• Achieved a state-of-the-art F1-score of 0.73 for shoreline detection, surpassing existing deep learning methods.

• Trained on over 8000 satellite image data points from LandSAT and Sentinel using high-performance graphical computers. Thesis: Optimal DG placement: A Multi-Method Analysis (https://scholarworks.uno.edu/td/2269/) (2016)

• Proposed a DG placement to maximize load, minimize locational marginal price, and improve line contingency handling.

• Simulated the proposed method using MATPOWER's Optimal Power Flow on the IEEE 14 bus test system in MATLAB. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

General Secretary, Bangladesh Student Association, University of New Orleans, New Orleans, LA, USA 2022 – 2023 Treasurer, Bangladesh Student Association, University of New Orleans, New Orleans, LA, USA 2015 – 2016

Contact this candidate