Allan Vikiru

  Nairobi, Kenya

Hey! My name is Allan, a researcher & software engineer who aims to solve problems by conducting informative research and applying effective solutions in Computer Science.
My current area of research is in Conservation Technology which largely features applications in Internet-of-Things and Machine Learning, to support efforts in environmental conservation and sustainability.
Currently, I am actively exploring to embark on a PhD journey in this or any other relevant application area that features Drones/UAVs and Edge AI as the key technologies.

Professional Traits
  • Collaboration & Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Creativity
  • Logical & Analytical Thinking
  • Time Management

Skills

Data Science and AI

Data Science and AI

Languages and Tools: Python, R, MATLAB.
Techniques: Association Analysis, Classical ML, Neural Networks, End-to-End Data Mining

Internet of Things

Internet of Things

Languages: C/C++, Arduino, MicroPython, Raspberry Pi.
Protocols & Networks: MQTT, HTTP, GSM, WiFi, LoRaWAN

Software Engineering

Software Engineering

Tools: Git, Docker, Heroku, AWS, Azure
Techniques: DevOps, System Analysis and Design, Agile, Scrum & Prototyping Models

Web Development

Web Development

Languages and Tools : Python, JavaScript, PHP, MySQL, Sass, Node.js, Laravel, WordPress

UI/UX Development

UI/UX Development

Tools : Adobe XD, Figma
Techniques: Design Review, Prototyping, Journey Mapping

Research and Technical Writing

Research & Technical Writing

Tools : LaTeX, Markdown
Techniques: Challenge Driven Education, Grant Proposal Writing, Research Paper Writing, System & User Documentation

Projects & Publications

Follow the links below to access some projects and research papers I've worked on.

Experience

Teaching Fellow

SCES, Strathmore University

Engaging students through teaching courses and supervising projects related to Computer Science and actively conducting research in IoT, Data Science and Conservation Technology.

July 2024 - Present

Researcher, Conservation Technology

SCES Makerspace Lab, Strathmore University

Co-lead of the Conservation Technology research group and coordinating activities among students and research staff.

June 2023 - Present

Graduate Assistant

SCES, Strathmore University

Providing support to faculty at the School of Computing and Engineering Sciences in conducting research and tutorials for specific courses as assigned.

March 2022 - June 2024

IoT Research Lab Intern

@iLabAfrica

Under the software development team, handling application design as well as analytics for data collected by IoT powered devices.

January 2022 - March 2022

Education

Strathmore University

MSc. Information Technology

Option: Business Intelligence and Data Analytics

Thesis Title: A Predictive Model for Determining Vegetable-Derived Macronutrients for a Diabetic Patient

Link to Published Thesis
May 2022 - June 2024

Strathmore University

BSc. Informatics & Computer Science

Award: First Class Honours

My Undergrad Experience
March 2017 - September 2021

Interests

I continually seek to learn new knowledge and skills that I can apply in my teaching and research practice. Lately, I've been exploring how technology constantly impacts our everyday lives, particularly on the interaction of AI with our natural environment and social constructs.

Outside tech, I enjoy listening to music, cooking, weightlifting, watching sitcoms, and travelling when the opportunity arises.

Contact

Let's collaborate! Reach out to me by sending an email through the form below, or through the social platforms indicated.

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