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Hisham Kidwai
Learner
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Location
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
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Categories
Artificial intelligence Cloud technologies Mobile app development Software development Website development

Skills

Ai/ml inference 1 Conversational ai 1 Explainable ai (xai) 1

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Achievements

Recent projects

Iki Design Studio
Iki Design Studio
Calgary, Alberta, Canada

AI-Driven Business Projection Analyzer

Iki Design Studio seeks to enhance its business planning process by integrating AI technology. The project involves developing an AI agent or multiple agents capable of analyzing business projections generated by the company's proprietary software. The goal is to provide actionable feedback on improving these projections, focusing on accuracy and strategic insights. Students will apply their knowledge of AI and data analysis to create a system that can identify trends, highlight potential risks, and suggest optimization strategies. The project will require students to work with existing business data, understand the nuances of business forecasting, and implement AI models that can deliver meaningful insights. This project offers a practical application of classroom knowledge in AI and business analytics, allowing students to contribute to real-world business improvement.

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Category Data analysis + 3
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MyNextProject
MyNextProject
Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada

Coolify Deployment Prototype for Student Projects

Deploy and configure a self-hosted Coolify instance (open-source PaaS for automated Docker deployments) as a working prototype to host student coding projects from MyNextProject.dev's learning platform. The system will implement organization-level guardrails ensuring only validated learner repositories can be deployed, with resource constraints (CPU/memory limits) and automated lifecycle management for educational projects. Key technical components include GitHub webhook integration for automatic deployments, a basic learners' dashboard for deployment management, and proper Coolify configuration to leverage its built-in security isolation. This prototype will validate the technical feasibility of integrated project hosting and provide a foundation ready for integration with the existing platform's authentication and project management systems, enabling students to showcase their completed learning projects with professional deployment URLs.

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Category Cloud technologies + 2
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Work experience

Software Engineer (Contract)
GoProjections
July 2025 - August 2025

• Developed a Python tool that analyzes financial projections, cutting review time by more than 2 hours
• Translated technical concepts into plain language, enhancing project understanding for non-technical stakeholders
• Engineered a RAG system with FAISS, FinBERT, and FLAN-T5 to generate finance recommendations
• Optimized data ingestion by implementing vector indexing, reducing retrieval latency by 40%

Software Engineering Research Intern
University of Manitoba
May 2024 - August 2024

• Published two research papers analyzing the impact of technical debt on software maintenance
• Resolved version conflicts in a large-scale Java system through reflection, reducing runtime for processing 1 million
methods by 85%
• Developed an SQL script to extract over 1,000 robotic-related questions, generating a dataset for future research
• Generated over 20 data visualizations using Matplotlib and conducted data analysis using pandas, crucial in
highlighting key findings in the research papers
• Implemented unit tests using pytest to ensure the reliability of research results, covering over 90% of the results
• Upgraded a 2,500-line codebase, adding the ability to detect technical debt in Java projects and improving usability
for ongoing software maintenance

Tutor
Freelance
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
December 2021 - Current

Tutored over 15 different students in varying levels of education, from elementary to AP courses
• Students regularly tutored by me got an average of 90 in the respective course due to effective teaching
• 100% satisfaction by students in terms of teaching performance and engaging sessions
• Demonstrated effective communication by simplifying complex concepts into understandable concepts
as well as talking to both students and parents to tailor the study sessions

Sledge Hockey Coach
Manitoba Possible
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
September 2021 - September 2023

Boosted team win percentage by more than 50% through organizing weekly practices
• Developed meaningful connections with players, enabling personalized coaching and drills tailored to their needs
• Worked with fellow staff and players in coaching summer camps designed for beginners at sledge hockey

General Labourer
FAST Builders
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
August 2021 - Current

Worked on the finishing touches of new houses such as installing fences, pathways, and garden beds
• Increased number of projects by 25% per month by working efficiently and ensuring high quality
• Worked effectively in groups of people by communicating effectively to ensure projects were at high standards

Event Organizer
CCIF
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
August 2016 - Current

Part of the team that prepared for the annual conference where scholars from over 8 different countries attended
• Fundraised over $20,000 and more than $25,000 in pledges for the running maintenance of the building
• Created a warm and welcoming atmosphere for guests, providing a memorable experience
• Managed a team of volunteers to do various tasks for guests such as food catering and living accommodations

Education

Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Computer Science
University of Manitoba
September 2023 - May 2027

Personal projects

Software Engineering Research Intern

• Published two research papers analyzing the impact of technical debt on software maintenance
• Resolved version conflicts in a large-scale Java system through reflection, reducing runtime for processing 1 million
methods by 85%
• Developed an SQL script to extract over 1,000 robotic-related questions, generating a dataset for future research
• Generated over 20 data visualizations using Matplotlib and conducted data analysis using pandas, crucial in
highlighting key findings in the research papers
• Implemented unit tests using pytest to ensure the reliability of research results, covering over 90% of the results
• Upgraded a 2,500-line codebase, adding the ability to detect technical debt in Java projects and improving usability
for ongoing software maintenance

Polyglot: Language Learning Assistant

• Developed an advanced language learning app that transcribes, translates, and highlights audio content in
real-time, allowing users to learn new languages
• Implemented language-learning tools such as text syncing with audio, integrated dictionary, and saving words
• Aligned text in two different languages, enabling users to compare and learn more quickly and efficiently
• Implemented caching mechanisms to store transcription and translation files locally, reducing processing times by
over 95% for previously accessed files

Cursus

• Building a full-stack application for a full-semester course library, helping students study for courses
• Secured a $10k verbal commitment for funding, validating the project’s viability
• Containerized PostgreSQL using Docker, saving hours of future debugging
• Implementing RESTful APIs with authentication and access control, enabling secure user access

SafeDiet: E-Code Compliance Checker

• Developed an online application enabling users to quickly verify the halal status of E-Codes and access detailed
information, reducing time spent manually by over 70%
• Used Python to convert PDF of E-Codes to JSON to get their relevant information and check if they are halal
• Used JavaScript to handle user input and fetch the relevant information about the E-Codes, displaying the
information in an aesthetically pleasing card format
• Simplifies the process of deciding if an E-Code adheres to an individual’s dietary guidelines

Chrome Extension - Code Viewer

• Built a Chrome extension that auto-detects code files and shows the content in the browser to save time
• Added persistent settings using localStorage, reducing setup time by 80%
• Reduced loading time from more than 300ms to less than 150ms, leading to a smoother user experience
• Achieved 100% coverage of code files that were loaded dynamically by using MutationObserver

suroi.io

• Maintain and develop a 2D battle royale game with over 20,000 players
• Collaborated with other developers, designers, and audio experts to develop a new game mode
• Resolved critical bugs that allowed players to bypass game rules, reducing complaints and increasing fairness
• Implemented seed-dependent map generation, cutting debugging time by more than 30 minutes per issue
• Revamped the building editor, reducing average building creation time from 30 minutes to under 10 minutes

LapSpecs: Laptop Spec Extractor
May 2024 - August 2025

• Developed a Python web scraper to extract specs for 500+ laptops from multiple e-commerce sites, automating
data collection and improving efficiency by 60% compared to manual browsing
• Enhanced search performance by eliminating redundant operations, leading to a 60% reduction in search time
• Implemented custom headers, user-agent rotation, and referrer settings to avoid bot detection, ensuring
uninterrupted data extraction
• Designed an interactive and responsive table using HTML, CSS (Bootstrap), and JavaScript to display laptop
specifications, improving user experience with advanced search and sort functionalities