Muhammed Azhar

A passionate computer science professional and lifelong learner with expertise in data science, artificial intelligence, and machine learning.

About Me

From tinkering with electronics as a child to developing advanced Python chatbots as an adult, my journey has been fueled by curiosity and determination. I earned my Bachelor's in Computer Applications from Mahatma Gandhi University, where I not only excelled academically but also led projects that showcased my technical prowess.


Currently pursuing an MSc in Data Science at the University of Greenwich, I am continuously expanding my skill set through real-life projects, online specialisations, and community events.

Education

2024-2025

MSc in Data Science

University of Greenwich, London, England


Coursework includes Big Data, Data Visualisation, Applied Machine Learning, Graph and Modern Databases, Clouds, Grids and Virtualisation, Machine Learning, Programming Fundamentals for Data Science, and Statistical Methods for Time Series Analysis.

2020-2023

Bachelor of Science in Computer Applications

Mahatma Gandhi University, India


Graduated with an Upper Second Class (2:1) degree while excelling in key subjects with distinction and leading important projects (including Python chatbot using NLTK).

Certifications & Specializations

Google Cloud Skill Boost Badges

Earned a total of 49 badges across various Google Cloud products and services. These badges were awarded upon successfully completing a series of hands-on labs and assessment challenges.

CS50AI Specialization

Currently pursuing this specialization from Harvard University, deepening expertise in artificial intelligence.

Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate

In process of obtaining this certificate from Google, reinforcing analytical and data-driven skills.

Additional Online Courses and Specializations

Successfully completed several specialized courses and online programs via platforms such as Coursera, Udemy, and edX. These courses feature content from leading institutions like Google, Stanford University, Duke University, the University of Michigan, and Macquarie University.

Projects

Large Language Model using PyTorch

An ongoing project focused on developing a large language model using PyTorch.

GitHub Repository

Python Chatbot using NLTK

A sophisticated chatbot featuring a seamless web interface powered by advanced Natural Language Processing techniques.

GitHub Repository

Google Cloud Skill Boost Badge Counter

A Python project that scrapes and counts Google Cloud Skill Boost badges from a public profile.

GitHub Repository

GoogleCloudReady Program (CUSAT)

A milestone project where I achieved 30 quest badges and all the 15 skill badges for the Ultimate milestone across multiple cloud and machine learning tracks.

Live Dashboard

Work Experience

Feb 2021 - Aug 2023

Freelance Software Developer - heynet

Led data preprocessing and exploration efforts to streamline workflows and enhance insights extraction.

Jan 2019 - Feb 2022

Customer Relationship Officer - Fastrack

Achieved multiple sales awards by consistently surpassing targets and delivering exceptional customer service.

Oct 2016 - Feb 2018

Fashion Consultant - celio India

Boosted sales revenue by 27% through personalized recommendations and strategic cross-selling.

Get In Touch

I'm always open to new opportunities and collaborations.