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HEY, I AM SHAKIR AHMED
Business Analyst + Lead ML Researcher + Gamer
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About Shakir
Business Analyst, ML Engineer,
Data Science
Data Visualization (Python, R, Power BI, Tableau)
Data Pre-Processing (EDA, Cleaning, Mining, Transformation)
ML Modeling (Python- Scikit-Learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch, Keras)
Deep Learning (Q & Deep Q-Learning, SARSA, GAN)
Natural Language Processing (NLP)
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Business & Industry Experience (Client facing role & Soft skills)
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Supply chain analytics using ETL
Project to optimize supply chain operations through an advanced analytics project using Python for data processing, Snowflake for scalable storage, and PowerBI for insightful visualizations, seamlessly integrated through robust ETL workflows.
Environment- Python, Power BI
Libraries used- NumPy, Pandas
Customer Churn Analysis
Dive into customer churn with Power BI!
Uncover hidden trends, create eye-popping dashboards, and turn data into powerful insights to keep your customers happy and loyal.
Environment- Power BI
Pac-Man AI Maze Solver
Ever wanted to teach Pacman to be a genius ghost-buster? I did just that!
With some clever search algorithms, multi-agent strategies, and reinforcement learning, I turned Pacman into a maze-master. Who knew AI could make retro gaming even cooler?
Environment- Python
Libraries used- Tensorflow, PyTorch, Keras, NumPy, SciPy, PyGame
Disaster Fake Tweet Classification
Ever wish you could separate fact from fiction on Twitter during disasters? I did just that!
I built a system that classifies fake disaster tweets using BERT and LSTM models. With data scraped from Nitter and Hugging Face, and a user-friendly website, you can now enter a hashtag and get only the real tweets.
Environment- Python
Libraries used- Transformers, Tensorflow, Keras, Scikit Learn, Matplotlib
Big Tech Stock Price Prediction
Ever wish you had a crystal ball for big tech stocks? Well, I’ve got the next best thing!
Using regression models and ARIMA, I predict future stock prices. It’s like having a financial fortune teller—minus the mysterious robes and crystal ball!
Environment- Python
Libraries used- Scikit Learn, Statsmodels, SciPy, Seaborn, Matplotlib, Pandas, NumPy
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Portfolio
I have worked on several personal projects during the last year. To view a complete list of all projects, please click below.
Analyzing data is not the goal, providing value through insights is.
Asking the right questions, identifying the key insights that need to be extracted, and focusing on these to drive analysis is the primary task and goal in every project. Meaningful insights are the offspring of this effort, from my perspective.
Interests
A person's hobbies and interests reveal the true essence of their personality, providing a window into their soul.
Here is a peak at what I am beyond work.
The story of a tech lover!
A Master's graduate in Data Science, a Lead Machine Learning Researcher at the University of Arizona, and a Data Analyst Intern at a startup, I have a versatile skill set consisting of statistical analysis, data visualization, data mining and predictive modeling.
My hands-on experience includes diverse projects utilizing Python, R, SQL, and Python libraries like Sklearn, Tensorflow and keras to build and deploy data-driven solutions.
I have previously worked as a Business Consultant in EY. I excel in communicating complex insights to non-technical stakeholders and ensuring effective implementation of data-driven strategies.
I am passionate about leveraging machine learning to solve real-world problems and drive innovation. I am a proactive team player and dedicated learner. I thrive in collaborative environments and stay current with topics in data science. My goal is to create intelligent solutions that enhance efficiency, improve decision-making, and positively impact lives.
Let's talk numbers
21
Personal projects
2
Exceptional Awards
5
Clients worked
3.5 Yrs
Industry Experience
Testimonials
I had the pleasure of working with Shakir Ahmed at the ASTEC Lab, University of Arizona. Shakir is the kind of team member everyone appreciates having around. He consistently demonstrates his ability to solve problems independently, always finding effective solutions without needing much guidance.
One of Shakir’s notable contributions was his work on our real-time conversational AI project. He focused on developing dynamic voice logic, ensuring our AI could handle conversations smoothly and naturally. He also worked extensively with REST APIs and contributed significantly to the AI functionality pipeline, making our system more robust and efficient.
Communication is one of Shakir’s strong suits. He articulates his thoughts clearly and keeps everyone in the loop, ensuring smooth collaboration. His work is always consistent and reliable, which makes planning and execution a breeze.
Shakir’s approach to tasks is impressively clean and straightforward. He gets straight to the point, avoiding unnecessary complications, which keeps our projects on track and efficient. Additionally, his ability to collaborate well with others has made him a valuable part of our team, contributing to a positive and productive working environment.
Overall, Shakir is a dependable and skilled professional who would be a great asset to any team. I highly recommend him. Please reach out to me for any further details.
Ricardo Alexander Martinez
Founder @ Torus Studio
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I’ve had the pleasure of working closely with Shakir during our time at EY, where he consistently proved himself to be a quick learner, a smart and dedicated worker, and an invaluable asset to our team.
In addition to his technical skills, Shakir's professionalism, reliability, and strong work ethic set him apart as a standout colleague. He consistently went above and beyond to deliver high-quality results and was always willing to lend a helping hand to his team members.
Overall, I have no doubt that Shakir would excel in any role within the Consulting field. His combination of technical expertise, dedication, and adaptability make him a valuable asset to any organization. I wholeheartedly recommend Shakir and am confident that he will make significant contributions wherever he goes.
Suraj Jacob
Senior Consultant @ Ernst & Young (EY)
I have had the privilege to work along side brilliant minds in an academic setup as well as in an organization. These are what they have to say about me.
I have had the privilege to work along side brilliant minds in an academic setup as well as in an organization. These are what they have to say about me.
I’ve had the pleasure of working closely with Shakir during our time at EY, where he consistently proved himself to be a quick learner, a smart and dedicated worker, and an invaluable asset to our team.
In addition to his technical skills, Shakir's professionalism, reliability, and strong work ethic set him apart as a standout colleague. He consistently went above and beyond to deliver high-quality results and was always willing to lend a helping hand to his team members.
Overall, I have no doubt that Shakir would excel in any role within the Risk consulting field. His combination of technical expertise, dedication, and adaptability make him a valuable asset to any organization. I wholeheartedly recommend Shakir and am confident that he will make significant contributions wherever he goes.
Suraj Jacob
Senior Consultant @ Ernst & Young (EY)
I have had the privilege to work along side brilliant minds in an academic setup as well as in an organization. These are what they have to say about me.
Co-Founder, Director
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Built diverse product line, boosting acquisition and retention.
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Surveyed 200+ clients; phased 10+ products, expanded top-performers.
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Launched probiotics and new breakfast items, driving 80% sales growth.
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Interfaced DAC IC AD5664R with Arduino to control a Fast-Steering Mirror (FSM) for stabilizing LASER systems in the 2023 Moon rover (Chandrayaan-3) mission.
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Aligned and directed a LASER beam with a stationary FSM, achieving a 3-degree angle correction error.
Research Intern
Machine Learning Engineer Intern
Embedded Software
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Built gesture recognition using mmWave radar for automation.
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Used IWR6843 chip as microcontroller and perception system.
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Designed hardware and firmware for radar integration.
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Optimized neural network for real-time gesture detection.
Co-Founder, Director
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Built diverse product line, boosting acquisition and retention.
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Surveyed 200+ clients; phased 10+ products, expanded top-performers.
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Launched probiotics and new breakfast items, driving 80% sales growth.
Co-Founder, Director
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Built diverse product line, boosting acquisition and retention.
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Surveyed 200+ clients; phased 10+ products, expanded top-performers.
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Launched probiotics and new breakfast items, driving 80% sales growth.
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Interfaced DAC IC AD5664R with Arduino to control a Fast-Steering Mirror (FSM) for stabilizing LASER systems in the 2023 Moon rover (Chandrayaan-3) mission.
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Aligned and directed a LASER beam with a stationary FSM, achieving a 3-degree angle correction error.
Research Intern
Co-Founder, Director
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Built diverse product line, boosting acquisition and retention.
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Surveyed 200+ clients; phased 10+ products, expanded top-performers.
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Launched probiotics and new breakfast items, driving 80% sales growth.
Co-Founder, Director
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Built diverse product line, boosting acquisition and retention.
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Surveyed 200+ clients; phased 10+ products, expanded top-performers.
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Launched probiotics and new breakfast items, driving 80% sales growth.
Data Analyst Intern
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Boosted user retention by uncovering behavioral patterns.
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Delivered insights that supported funding and growth decisions.
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Created dashboards that clarified team decision-making.
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Analyzed 4M+ data points to ensure analytical accuracy.
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Pursuing Data Science with focus on ML and AI.
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Achieved 4.0 GPA across three consecutive semesters.
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Gained hands-on skills in LLM, ML, EDA, predictive modeling, and data analytics.
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Built and shared multiple data projects (20+) on GitHub.
Co-Founder, Director
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Built diverse product line, boosting acquisition and retention.
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Surveyed 200+ clients; phased 10+ products, expanded top-performers.
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Launched probiotics and new breakfast items, driving 80% sales growth.
Business Consultant (Business Analytics)
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Drove data-driven insights across 30+ enterprise applications, focusing on system workflows, access patterns, and operational controls.
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Built dynamic dashboards and automated SQL pipelines to monitor activity across inventory, order management, and financial systems, reducing manual overhead and enhancing data visibility.
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Performed deep-dive analyses on system logs and process data to identify inefficiencies and inconsistencies, supporting better decision-making across teams.
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Partnered with business, tech, and audit stakeholders to strengthen process reliability and organizational readiness.
Machine Learning Engineer Intern
Embedded Software
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Built gesture recognition using mmWave radar for automation.
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Used IWR6843 chip as microcontroller and perception system.
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Designed hardware and firmware for radar integration.
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Optimized neural network for real-time gesture detection.
Data Analyst Intern
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Boosted user retention by uncovering behavioral patterns.
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Delivered insights that supported funding and growth decisions.
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Created dashboards that clarified team decision-making.
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Analyzed 4M+ data points to ensure analytical accuracy.
Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO)
Nov 2018 - Dec 2018
Research Intern
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Interfaced DAC IC AD5664R with Arduino to control a Fast-Steering Mirror (FSM) for stabilizing LASER systems in the 2023 Moon rover (Chandrayaan-3) mission.
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Aligned and directed a LASER beam with a stationary FSM, achieving a 3-degree angle correction error.
My Experience Timeline
My Career story in brief
I began uncovering insights at EY and deepened my expertise in data science at the University of Arizona. My goal is to leverage data to solve real-world problems and improve lives. Follow my career path up to 2025 in the timeline below.
Greensahoy LLP
November 2020 - Present
Ernst & Young (EY)
Jan 2020 - July 2023
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham
July 2016 - May 2020
Defence Research Development Organization (DRDO)
May 2019 - June 2019
Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO)
Nov 2018 - Dec 2018
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Interfaced DAC IC AD5664R with Arduino to control a Fast-Steering Mirror (FSM) for stabilizing LASER systems in the 2023 Moon rover (Chandrayaan-3) mission.
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Aligned and directed a LASER beam with a stationary FSM, achieving a 3-degree angle correction error.
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Pursuing Data Science with focus on ML and AI.
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Achieved 4.0 GPA across three consecutive semesters.
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Gained hands-on skills in LLM, ML, EDA, predictive modeling, and data analytics.
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Built and shared multiple data projects (20+) on GitHub.
Master's in Data Science
Lead Applied Machine Learning Researcher
(ASTEC Lab - AI Division)
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Built ML model to grade sutures with 92% accuracy.
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Developed AI tools for better patient-provider conversations.
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Enabled real-time voice modulation under 900ms latency.
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Led 8-member team through full project lifecycle.
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Showcased healthcare AI to 50+ researchers and professors at the iShowcase event.
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Got project featured in ASTEC website.
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Interfaced DAC IC AD5664R with Arduino to control a Fast-Steering Mirror (FSM) for stabilizing LASER systems in the 2023 Moon rover (Chandrayaan-3) mission.
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Aligned and directed a LASER beam with a stationary FSM, achieving a 3-degree angle correction error.
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Supported IT and analytics project for major e-commerce retailer.
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Documented test procedures during IT understanding phase.
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Learned Power BI and Tableau for business reporting.
Business Analyst Intern
Research Intern
Research Intern
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Developed MATLAB code to deinterleave PRI using PARADE algorithm.
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Applied signal processing for accurate RADAR PRI estimation.
Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech)
Electronics & Communication Engineering
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Coded microcontroller logic using C, Python, and Assembly.
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Built signal processing pipelines and automation scripts in Python.
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Applied statistics, probability, and optimization to real-world data.
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Worked on embedded AI and real-time data analysis projects.
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Gained hands-on experience in circuit simulation and data modeling.