profile

Waqas Ahmad

AI Engineer specializing in Computer Vision, Deep Learning, YOLO & LSTM systems.

About Me

AI and Machine Learning Engineer specializing in Deep Learning and Computer Vision. Experienced in building real-world AI systems including autonomous driving, predictive modeling, and object detection pipelines. Currently working as an AI Developer at CAIET Mardan after completing an internship at NCAI Lab Peshawar.

Technical Skills

Hands-on experience in AI and software development with strong skills in model building, computer vision, and system integration.

🤖

AI & Deep Learning

CNNs, RNNs, LSTM, YOLOv8/v11, transfer learning, neural network architectures.

Deep Learning YOLO LSTM Transfer Learning
📊

Data Science & ML

Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, data labeling, annotation, feature engineering.

Pandas NumPy Data Labeling Annotation
💻

Programming

Python, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, SQL, scripting, automation, data processing.

Python Git Automation Flask
Python
95%
Machine Learning
90%
Pandas
92%
NumPy
88%
TensorFlow
85%
PyTorch
80%
OpenCV
90%
YOLO
88%
Data Labeling
90%
Annotation
88%
LSTM
82%

Skill Focus

Core technical strengths and experience across AI, vision systems, and model deployment.

Top Strength

Python, OpenCV, and YOLO are the foundation of my AI development work, with strong practical experience building production-ready systems.

AI Research Computer Vision Model Deployment Deep Learning

Professional Experience

Hands-on experience building AI systems and contributing to innovative tech projects.

🧠

AI Engineer Intern

NCAI Lab Peshawar

  • Developed AI-based research and real-world computer vision systems
  • Worked on deep learning pipelines and model optimization
  • Collaborated with research team on cutting-edge AI projects
Python TensorFlow Computer Vision Deep Learning
🐍

Python Developer Intern

Codsoft

  • Built Python-based automation and ML mini-projects
  • Developed data processing pipelines and utilities
  • Contributed to multiple hackathon projects
Python Automation Machine Learning

Featured Projects

Selection of innovative AI and computer vision projects that showcase problem-solving and technical expertise.

🚗 Final Year Project

AI-Based Self-Driving Car

Designed autonomous driving system using CNN and OpenCV. Implemented lane detection, object recognition, and decision-making module for vehicle control.

CNN OpenCV Python Computer Vision
Deployment

Weather Forecasting System

Developed LSTM-based time series prediction model for weather analysis. Integrated Flask backend for real-time web deployment with interactive UI.

LSTM Flask Time Series Web App
🌱 Computer Vision

Nutrient Deficiency Detection

Built YOLOv11 model for 9-class banana plant disease detection. Achieved high accuracy in identifying plant health issues for agricultural solutions.

YOLOv11 Object Detection Agriculture
🅿️ IoT

Smart Parking System

Implemented OpenCV-based vehicle detection and parking automation system. Real-time parking space management with automated alerts.

OpenCV Detection IoT Real-time
🥊 Security

Fight Detection System

Developed real-time violence detection using deep learning and video analysis. Deployed for security surveillance and safety monitoring.

Deep Learning Video Analysis Security
😷 Classification

Face Mask Detection

Built CNN-based model for real-time face mask detection system. Achieved 98% accuracy for automated health compliance monitoring.

CNN Classification Real-time
🛣️ Infrastructure

Road Damage Detection

Worked on pothole and road crack detection system for C&W KPK. Automated infrastructure monitoring for maintenance and safety assessment.

Detection Infrastructure Automation
🔫 Security

Weapon & FIR Detection

Developed AI-based system for weapon detection and FIR-related monitoring. Advanced computer vision for public safety and law enforcement.

Detection Public Safety AI
🌊 Analysis

KP Flash Floods Report

Prepared technical analysis report on KP flood events and impact assessment. Data-driven insights for disaster management and prevention.

Data Analysis Reports Disaster Management

Achievements

🏆

National Science Project Exhibition 2024

ORIC, AWKUM Mardan

Certificate of Participation — 2024

Showcased innovative AI/ML-based project at university-level science exhibition

🥈

Awards — Softcom 25 (GIKI)

2nd Position — Poster Design Competition

3rd Position — Speed Coding Competition

Participation — Hackathon Softcom 25

Leadership & Certifications

Proven leadership experience and professional certifications from top institutions.

Leadership Roles

🎯

Coordinator

Technology & Innovation Society

Led technical workshops and managed events for 200+ students across the university.

🤝

Co-Founder

University Help Desk

Developed a comprehensive support system serving 600+ students across departments.

🚀

Head Organizer

Zindigi Prize

Managed event operations, team coordination, and startup engagement activities.

🎓

Chapter Head

AWKUM

Represented and coordinated chapter-level activities and student initiatives.

☁️

Event Head

AWS Community

Organized technical sessions, workshops, and community events on cloud computing.

Certifications

🏆

CS50's Introduction to AI with Python

Harvard University

Comprehensive introduction to AI and Python programming from world-class institution.

🐍

Programming for Everybody

Coursera

Fundamental Python programming skills and best practices.

💻

Supercomputers & AI

Catalyst GIK — 04 July 2024

Role of supercomputers and AI in entrepreneurial institutes.

🧠

Critical Thinking

Catalyst GIK — 02 July 2024

Creative and critical thinking for effective problem solving.

📖

Storytelling & Investment

Catalyst GIK — 04 July 2024

Effective storytelling and investment communication strategies.

⚙️

Problem Solving & Decision Making

Catalyst GIK — 26 June 2024

Advanced techniques for problem solving and strategic decisions.

Contact