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            <h1>About Me</h1>
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                        I am a dedicated Machine Learning Researcher specializing in Natural Language Processing and Large Language Models. With a passion for pushing the boundaries of AI in resource-constrained environments, my work focuses on making advanced models accessible and efficient.
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                        I've had the privilege of collaborating with the <strong>University of Pretoria</strong> on research projects related to low-resource NLP applications, contributing to the field of computational linguistics for underrepresented languages in the African context.
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                        Currently, I'm working with <strong>Heliverse</strong> on an innovative real-time crime detection project, applying computer vision and machine learning techniques to create safer communities through smart surveillance systems. This project involves developing models that can identify suspicious activities while maintaining privacy standards and minimizing false positives.
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                        My research interests include model optimization and creating solutions leveraging traditional as well as gen AI that can operate effectively in environments with limited computational resources. I'm particularly interested in the intersection of theoretical AI research and practical, real-world applications.
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                    <div class="timeline-date">Jan-2025</div>
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                        <h3>AI engineer</h3>
                        <p>Heliverse x GDG</p>
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                    <div class="timeline-date">Feb-2024</div>
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                        <h3>Research Intern</h3>
                        <p>University of Pretoria</p>
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                    <div class="timeline-date">Jan-2024</div>
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                        <h3>Standford's certification of "Advanced Learning algorithm"</h3>
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                    <div class="timeline-date">Dec-2023</div>
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                        <h3>Standford's Certification of "Supervised Machine Learning: Regression and Classification"</h3>
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                    <div class="timeline-date">Aug-2023</div>
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                        <h3>B.Tech. in Computer Science</h3>
                        <p>specializing in AI and ML</p>
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                Beyond my professional pursuits, I'm an avid gamer with a particular fondness for War Thunder and Ultrakill. I also enjoy 3D modeling in Blender, which serves as both a creative outlet and a way to better understand spatial dimensions for computer vision projects.
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                In my free time, I contribute to open-source AI projects and mentor aspiring machine learning engineers. I believe in the power of community and knowledge sharing to advance the field of artificial intelligence.
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