AI/ML Computer Vision Graduate Student

MD Ashraful Alam

Herndon, VA ***** *******@**.*****.*** 917-***-**** LinkedIn github.com/Ashraf-Alam PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

AI/ML-focused graduate student with hands-on experience building and deploying computer vision systems, machine learning models, and data pipelines using Python, YOLOv8, OpenCV, and SQL. Proven ability to deliver end-to-end projects from custom dataset training through real-time deployment, with a strong foundation in database design and statistical analysis. EDUCATION

Trine University Reston, VA

Master of Science in Information Studies. May 2026 Relevant Coursework: Data Science & Big Data, Advanced Database, Statistics & Quantitative Methods (R), Object-Oriented Programming in Java, Cybersecurity, Systems Engineering Analysis University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh Dhaka, Bangladesh Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Engineering. March 2020 SKILLS

AI / Machine Learning: YOLOv8, YOLOv5, Computer Vision, Object Detection, Model Training, Model Validation Programming: Python, R, SQL, C#, Java

Libraries & Frameworks: OpenCV, Streamlit, Ultralytics Databases & Data Analysis: MySQL, PostgreSQL, Database Design, SQL Queries, Statistical Analysis Tools & Platforms: Git, GitHub, Google Colab, VS Code PROJECTS

AI Smart Farm Monitoring and Decision Support System

• Engineered an end-to-end AI agricultural monitoring system using Python, YOLOv8, OpenCV, and Streamlit to automate crop disease detection from field images.

• Trained a YOLOv8s computer vision model for crop disease detection on a custom dataset.

• Deployed a real-time Streamlit dashboard enabling non-technical users to upload images and receive instant annotated disease diagnoses.

• Designed a rule-based decision support system using simulated soil moisture, temperature, and humidity data to generate irrigation recommendations integrated with disease detection output. Bangladeshi Car License Plate Detection Using YOLOv5

• Built a deep learning computer vision model to detect Bangladeshi vehicle license plates using YOLOv5 across varied plate styles, environments, and lighting conditions.

BytLight.net — Database and Backend Systems

• Designed and integrated MySQL database schemas and custom APIs to support dynamic content and application data management.

• Built backend infrastructure for structured data storage and retrieval supporting user interactions. CERTIFICATIONS

• Operating Systems: Overview, Administration, and Security — IBM (Coursera), April 2025

• IBM Cybersecurity Case Studies and Capstone Project, May 2025

• IBM Penetration Testing, Threat Hunting, and Cryptography, April 2025

• IBM Cybersecurity Compliance Framework, Standards & Regulations, March 2025 TRAINING & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

• CompTIA Network+ (N10-008) Course — uCertify, Certificate of Completion, July 2024 ACTIVITIES & LEADERSHIP

• Chief Executive Officer, ULAB Animation Studio (Academic Year 2018–2019): Directed organizational operations and led strategic planning for workshops, events, and studio initiatives; managed cross-functional teams to execute projects and drive studio-wide collaboration.

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