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anandlo/README.md

Hello, World! 🌎 I'm Anand Lo

Welcome to my GitHub! I'm a 3rd-year Applied Computer Science student w/ Statistics at Dalhousie University, blending my passion for data science, machine learning, and software development with real-world applications. Whether it's predicting coastal erosion, optimizing water management for farmers, or segmenting fish underwater, my projects strive to make an impact through innovation and creativity.

πŸ… Sexton Scholar | Dean’s List | Entrance Scholarship Recipient
πŸ“ Based in Halifax, Nova Scotia | Website | LinkedIn


πŸŽ“ Education

Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS (2022 – 2026)

  • Bachelor of Applied Computer Science (3.86 GPA) with a Minor in Statistics
  • Certificates: Data Analytics, Managing Data
  • Relevant Coursework: Machine Learning, Statistical Analysis, Data Analytics, Cloud Computing, Data Structures

πŸ›  Skills and Tools

Languages

Python, R, SQL, C, Java, JavaScript, PHP, HTML/CSS

Frameworks & Libraries

TensorFlow, PyTorch, OpenCV, Scikit-Learn, MediaPipe, U-Net, ConvLSTM, React, Flask, Tailwind CSS

Tools & Platforms

AWS, OpenShift, Docker, Kubernetes, Git, Tableau, Power BI, Snowflake, Folium, Jira, Confluence

Certifications

  • IBM Data Science Certified (2024)
  • AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (CLF-C02) (2024)
  • IBM Containers with Docker, Kubernetes & OpenShift (2024)

🌟 Featured Projects

🌾 Farmalytics

A NASA Space Apps 2024 project helping farmers optimize irrigation and mitigate contamination risks:

  • Built a data pipeline processing over 1GB of NASA Earth Observation data with Pandas, Scikit-learn, and XGBoost.
  • Achieved RΒ² of 0.83 for contamination risk prediction.
  • Designed an intuitive user interface using JavaScript and Tailwind CSS.
    View Project

🐟 Real-Time Fish Segmentation

  • Developed a U-Net with ConvLSTM model to segment fish in underwater videos, achieving 99.99% Mean IoU.
  • Integrated real-time video processing with OpenCV for efficient mask overlays.
  • Dataset: DeepFish | Code Repository

🌊 Ocean Wave Height Prediction

  • Built an LSTM model forecasting wave heights at Herring Cove, leveraging time series data of 31,000+ points.
  • Achieved RMSE of 0.346, offering practical insights for marine safety.
    Code Repository

πŸ“… Synked (Founder)

  • A startup simplifying scheduling by consolidating Gmail and Outlook emails using NLP to identify key events.
  • Integrated SMS notifications and iOS Reminders app for seamless task management.
  • Part of the Collide Discover 2024 Program.

🌍 Coastal Erosion Analysis

  • Analyzed erosion patterns in Nova Scotia using satellite imagery across timeframes.
  • Trained machine learning models to track depletion rates, creating GIS visualizations.
  • Tech Stack: Python, Google Colab, ArcGIS

πŸ† Achievements

  • NASA Space Apps Challenge Winner (2023)
  • Participant in multiple hackathons: DeepSense Hackathon, ShiftKey Labs Gen AI Hackathon, and more.
  • Peer Mentor for the Together@Dal Program
  • BACS Student Representative (2024-25) for the Dalhousie Computer Science Society

πŸ‘₯ Experience Highlights

Research Intern (Jan 2024 – Apr 2024)

NeuroCognitive Imaging Lab, Dalhousie University

  • Developed a LiDAR-based brain mapping tool using RealityKit, OpenCV, and MediaPipe.
  • Enhanced probe positioning accuracy through accelerometer data analysis.

Team Leader (Nov 2022 – Present)

McDonald’s, Halifax, NS

  • Managed a team of 12+ crew members, fostering a high-performance environment.

🎯 Currently Working On

  • DeepSense Hackathon: Predicting coastal changes with ML and satellite imagery.
  • Exploring process automation and real-time quality checks using computer vision for supply chain optimization.

πŸ’¬ Let’s Connect!

If you’re interested in collaborations, mentorship, or just a good tech conversation:
πŸ“§ Email: AnandLo@dal.ca
🌐 Portfolio | GitHub

Together, let’s build something impactful!

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