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I am a dynamic senior software developer with over 15 years of experience specializing in AI and machine learning. My proficiency extends to curriculum development and teaching advanced topics in computer science and software engineering at leading universities. I have notable achievements such as developing a new Natural Language Processing course that boosted student enrollment. I excel at bridging academic research with industry applications, fostering collaborations that deliver impactful results. I am eager to leverage my expertise to contribute to innovative projects and advancements at the forefront of technology.…I am a dynamic senior software developer with over 15 years of experience specializing in AI and machine learning. My proficiency extends to curriculum development and teaching advanced topics in computer science and software engineering at leading universities. I have notable achievements such as developing a new Natural Language Processing course that boosted student enrollment. I excel at bridging academic research with industry applications, fostering collaborations that deliver impactful results. I am eager to leverage my expertise to contribute to innovative projects and advancements at the forefront of technology.

Kefa Ya Qaddoum

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I am a dynamic senior software developer with over 15 years of experience specializing in AI and machine learning. My proficiency extends to curriculum development and teaching advanced topics in computer science and software engineering at leading universities. I have notable achievements such as developing a new Natural Language Processing course that boosted student enrollment. I excel at bridging academic research with industry applications, fostering collaborations that deliver impactful results. I am eager to leverage my expertise to contribute to innovative projects and advancements at the forefront of technology.…I am a dynamic senior software developer with over 15 years of experience specializing in AI and machine learning. My proficiency extends to curriculum development and teaching advanced topics in computer science and software engineering at leading universities. I have notable achievements such as developing a new Natural Language Processing course that boosted student enrollment. I excel at bridging academic research with industry applications, fostering collaborations that deliver impactful results. I am eager to leverage my expertise to contribute to innovative projects and advancements at the forefront of technology.

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I am a dynamic senior software developer with over 15 years of experience specializing in AI and machine learning. My proficiency extends to curriculum development and teaching advanced topics in computer science and software engineering at leading universities. I have notable achievements such as developing a new Natural Language Processing course that boosted student enrollment.

I excel at bridging academic research with industry applications, fostering collaborations that deliver impactful results. I am eager to leverage my expertise to contribute to innovative projects and advancements at the forefront of technology.

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Part time faculty at College Lasalle Montreal

August 1, 2024 - Present

Serving as part-time faculty teaching in Montreal, Canada.

Part time faculty at Concordia University Montreal

January 1, 2024 - Present

Serving as part-time faculty teaching in Montreal, Canada.

Associate Professor at DigiPen Institute of Technology Redmond, USA

May 1, 2023 - August 4, 2025

Orchestrated and delivered comprehensive IT program content for bachelor's and master's courses focusing on Artificial Intelligence, Analysis of Algorithms, DB/SQL, Software Engineering, and System Analysis & Design. Instituted a new curriculum for a specialized course on Natural Language Processing, resulting in increased student enrollment.

Assistant Professor at Higher Colleges Of Technology Dubai, UAE

December 1, 2021 - August 4, 2025

Championed undergraduate and graduate courses in computer science/software engineering, consistently receiving high student evaluations. Galvanized interdisciplinary collaborations with experts from various fields, resulting in numerous joint publications/projects bridging computer science/software engineering with business and engineering, expanding research impact. Forged partnerships with industry stakeholders in agriculture and police departments, leading to collaborative projects with impactful real-world applications. Mentored numerous undergraduate students on research projects, leading to their successful presentations at national/international conferences, including the UAE Hackathon competition. Designed and implemented a new curriculum course on Data Mining, improving student engagement and comprehension. Published research articles in reputable conferences/journals contributing to advancements in AI and machine learning, supported by national and international funding. Serv

Assistant Professor at Al Ahlya Amman University

July 1, 2016 - August 4, 2025

Delivered undergraduate/graduate courses in Computer Engineering, Automation Systems, and Embedded Systems programs. Participated in several committees aimed at enhancing curricula and training programs at undergraduate and graduate levels.

Assistant Professor at Bahrain Polytechnic

June 1, 2014 - August 4, 2025

Engaged as assistant professor in Bahrain Polytechnic.

Part Time Lecturer at University of Warwick Coventry, UK

January 1, 2013 - August 4, 2025

Lectured part-time at University of Warwick Coventry, UK.

Instructor at Philadelphia University Amman

July 1, 2009 - August 4, 2025

Served as an instructor at Philadelphia University in Amman, Jordan.

Artificial Intelligence and Data Science Engineer at Wight Salads Limited United Kingdom

January 1, 2013 - August 4, 2025

Engineered and programmed solutions for the company’s weekly production yield forecasting.