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A N M KAMRUL AHSAN
Research Assistant
Department of Farm Power and Machineries
Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh
103/3, R K Mission Road, Mymensingh  Bangladesh  Mobile: +8801768362444/ +8801531195160  anmkamrulahsan@gmail.com  https://www.facebook.com/ahsan.nayeem.NFL  https://bd.linkedin.com/in/anm-ahsan-64531959

Career Objective
I want to utilize my knowledge and experience in the field of Agriculture Automation, particularly interested in Precision Agriculture. There have some ambivalent activities in my previous experience but now determine to work on the electronics and automation sector. The difficulties to overcome with well brain storming will accelerate to finalize any project. I choose this field to segregate myself to bring the success in this research field. I determine to work with different kind of development platform with avoiding paucity of the development.

Related Experience
Research Assistant
Precision Agriculture Lab
Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh 2206
2018-present
Experiment and design
Development of 56 kHz electronic system for pest repel experiment
Design and simulation of 80 kHz pest repelling system
Automated watering system design with latest sensor implementation
3D design of vertical farm structure
Moisture data modeling using PLX-DAQ software
Oscillator design and development (Colpitts, Weinbridge, Programmable)
Development of class B amplifier
Design and simulation of trans-impedance amplifier pre-instrumentation for ultrasound driving
Development of 40 kHz ultrasound system using arduino and ultrasound transducer
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Preparing 72 hrs experiment for 40 kHz near-far ultrasound on stored pest
Result analysis of ultrasound affected insect from paddy
3D design of indoor glass chamber experiment
Web cam based camera system development using OBS-studio software for indoor glass chamber experiment
Design and development of SD card based tem-humid data logger
Design and development of wireless tem-hum data logger for poultry house
3D design of proposed line robot for poultry feeding in Bangladesh
3D design of BAU metal bin
Design of automatic NFT system architecture for soil based vertical farming suitable for Bangladesh
Design of automatic alarm system for green house
Video recording and editing using kedenlite software
Data recovery from portable memory drive
System flow diagram building using lucid-app
Presentation design for UPR (ultrasound pest repelling)
Project oriented class conduction for students involvement
Design of IoT based watering and vaccine dosing system for poultry farming in Bangladesh
Journal paper preparation and submission for pest repelling
Proposal preparation for innovative solar powered climate smart irrigation in Bangladesh
Proposal preparation for pest control in Bangladesh
Assistant System Engineer
Flora Limited
March 2015 – 2017 Dilkusha
Database (SQL), Web design (HTML5, CSS3, Bootstrap, .Net, C#); JAVA for android apps development. Familiar with visual studio, Android studio, Eclipse, JDK, Java programming.
Procurement analysis and documentation for HSBC, National Bank, Trust Bank, Dhaka Bank, Jamuna Bank, State Bank of India and open the tender for compare the prices of other vendors.
Customer support Form design for software non-conformity of the department.
Maintained ISO 20022 Message Implementation Guideline for RTGS System analysis.
SQL to xml generation & SQL query analysis for business transaction system, Writing store Procedure for data manipulation and implementation.
XML analysis for data communication to web interface.
MSG activities architecture development for RTGS system.
Coding support to make the RTGS system in C#, ASP.NET platform for SQL Database connection. Backup and installation of SQL Server for bank.
IIS Configuration & Publish services.
Visual studio web projects on: website design on bootstrap using HTML5, CSS3, Js Script, Banner design in paint by creating master
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page.
Hardware Support for computer peripherals, Acronis for back up & recovering different OS.
Product analysis and specification standardization for web view.
Audit report analysis and find the gap for reformation.
Worked in "sheikh Rasel Digital Lab", "Khulna Wasa" project.
Instructor of Electronics
Rumdo Institute of Modern Technology (RIMT)-(A Saic Group of Institute)
January 2014- February 2015, Mymensingh.
Computer programming (C, Assembly); Industrial Electronics, Communication System, Basic Electronics.
Asst. System Administrator (part-time)

Insight Bangladesh Foundation
2014 –2015 Dhaka
Penetration testing with network analysis, VMware configuration, Linux installation and file transfer from windows-Linux environment, VPN, network security, python programming for network penetration analysis.

Jr. RF Engr.
2013 -
2014 Cristal Future Venture Ltd.
Configured and testing computer systems and TEMPS software installation and maintenance for optimizing RF Signal.
Installed video conferencing hardware for proposed digital network of Bangladesh Gov. in "Info sarkar" project.
MW link installation & Commissioning (Airtel-Ericsson) for 2G & 3G network,
Service support for laptops (HP, Dell)
Survey of LOS and BTS (Robi Axiata) & using google Map for finding actual latitude and longitude.
Drive Test for Robi Axiata Network.
3G Antenna System installation and equipment receiving for NSN-ROBI Axiata.
Designed an Electronic technology plan for PEST CONTROL IN BANGLADESH.
IT OFFICER
2012 -
2013 R B Agro Ltd (Sister group of Bishwash Poultry and Fish Feed Ltd).
Configured and maintained computers among other employees.
Network system management and Internet solutions to the other inbound and outbound employees.
Configured and diagnosed client/server problems for windows 2000 server.
Converted manual system to computerized TROYEE accounting system.
Coordinated ISP & IT company to implement technology across the organization.
Backup documents Regularly.
Implemented interactive tools for Intranet use.
Diagnosed hardware problems with modems, printers, cables.
Experienced strategic planner for network infrastructure, systems.
Worked as server administrator performing day-to-day tasks.
Replacement and developed of new office IT infrastructure and network.

DATA ANALYST
2012 -
2012 Intelligent Image Management Ltd.
Analyze the data, Worked on MS Excel, Data Uploading to Server.
Skilled on well typing in English.
Languages
Bengali (Fluent), English (Proficient).
Skills
Windows and Linux server,
Microsoft Office Specialist,
Oracle PL/SQL
PowerPoint,
Router configuration (DHCP),
TCP/IP(physical, Network, Data-link and application layer),
MPLS flavor network configuration with Huawei devices,
Creative Solutions in computer Networking
3D Design in sketchUP platform
C++ coding
Electronic system design (RF)
Automated system design
Research methodologies
Journal paper writing
Finding research gap
Innovative idea and project proposal writing
Project budget preparation
Floor plan design
Electronic capital instruments purchase and configure

Education
2012
BSc in Electronic and Telecommunication Engineering 4 years
Southeast University, Bangladesh.
GPA: 3.39 Out of 4.00.
2006
Notre Dame College, Dhaka.
HSC.
GPA: 3.70 Out of 5.00.
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2004
Mymensingh Zilla School
SSC.
GPA: 5.00 Out of 5.00.

Professional Meetings
2013
Integrated data, voice and video conferencing network installation and commissioning; Topics-Data communication, IT, Power management, Wi-fi, Video conferencing, Survey, Routing, ADSL, VDSL, VLAN, VPN-instance, Layer two and three devices installation, DISLAM, MDF, MPLS Network.. Ensure with maintaining the Exam and passed for Info Sarkar Project.
HWAUEI TECHNOLOGIES, Bangladesh.
Database Administration & Management Using Oracle, Dhaka University
2012
E-Power efficiency & development in Bangladesh; Topics-Solar system, Power generator, Alternative generation of electricity, Sensors.
CEMS conference Held at Bangabandhu-china conference center, Agargoan.
2013 Robi Customer service experience. Robi Call center, Mascot Plaza, Uttara, Dhaka.
2010
JNU Radio Technology; Topics-Radio System, Switching, JNU Module, Mac ID, Ffrequency Spectrum. North South University.

Personal Details:
Accomplishment
Name: A N M Kamrul Ahsan.
Father’s Name: Late Qaikubad.
Mother’s Name: Fatama Khutun.
Date of Birth: 04-05-1989.
Permanent Address: 103/3, R. K. Mission Road, Mymensingh.
District: Mymensingh.
Contact No: +8801768362444.
Marital Status: Married
Religion: Islam.
Nationality: Bangladeshi By birth.
NID: 8231329338
 Technology Development: Designed, built and wired home security system using active infrared control and manage sensors and alarm.
 Test/Measurement Equipment: Proficiency in using Oscilloscope, multi-meter, digital volt meter, optical modulator, various electronic devices and microprocessor.
 Experimental Design: [Guard circuit for blind, digital volt meter design], [N-LOS communication topology].
 Research:

Honors & Activities
 [Sky wave propagation behavior and single hop mid-latitude sporadic E (Es) propagation on VHF]-Southeast University
 [Monitoring of stored pest (Weevil) under near-far ultrasound (40 kHz)
 A GSM SMS Based Automatic Watering System Through Direct Moisture Quantification For Small-Scale Vertical Farming
 Colpitt’s Oscillator based Ultrasound Drive Circuit (56 kHz) for Stored Pest Repelling
 Design and development of trans-impedance circuit for weevil repelling]-Bangladesh Agricultural University
Project Idea presentation: Optimized operating power compare with micro and nano processor channel of MOS and CMOS using STS couple logic design.
VLSI design concept.
Participating in BCS DIGITAL EXPO with an educational project on multimedia class room (virtual) by distance learning method.
Participated at National project fair at EWEU and achieved appreciation for Guard circuit for blind.
Participated at CEMS conference with a team (Named Innovative Electronics) and shared our ideas for the achievement of efficient and innovative re-new able power generation in BD.
Participated at annual Club fair organized by Southeast University.
Organized a Movie Show on String theorem.
Had gotten the winning prize of telempaid in TECH FIESTA-2011 at NSU.
Got the 2nd prize of Physics and Telecom Quiz organized by SEUCC.
Achieve the honor of launch a new club at the University conducting as President of SEUEC Club.

References
Dr. Md Quamruzzaman
Chairman, Dep. of ETE, SOUTHEAST UNIVERSITY.+8801912012058
E-mail: mqzaman60@gmail.com
Md. Tawhidul Islam
Sr. Executive, Sales & Marketing, Grameenphone. +8801711507723
E-mail: tawhidul_islam@grameenphone.com
Professor Dr. Abdul Awal
Department of Farm power and Machineries
Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh-2202, Bangladesh
Contact: +8801710987258
E-mail: awalfpm@bau.edu.bd

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Dr. Henry Ruiz is a Research Scientist at Texas A&M AgriLife Research, specializing in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Remote Sensing. His work focuses on the development of advanced software systems and computational algorithms for analyzing multi-source remote sensing data, including satellite imagery, UAVs (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles), LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging), and Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR).
As a Google Developer Expert in AI and Google Cloud, Dr. Ruiz actively contributes to the AI and open-source communities through research, software development, public speaking, and mentorship. With more than a decade of experience as a researcher, full-stack software developer, and data scientist, he drives innovation at the intersection of AI, geospatial analytics, and scientific computing.
His current research focuses on the emerging capabilities of Large Language Models (LLMs) and Multimodal Large Language Models (MLLMs), particularly their abilities in reasoning, planning, and agent-based collaboration, to enhance analytical pipelines for remote sensing and geospatial data analysis. By integrating multi-agent systems, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), and multimodal AI workflows, he is developing intelligent, scalable frameworks to address complex scientific, agricultural, and environmental challenges.

Dr. Henry Ruiz is a Research Scientist at Texas A&M AgriLife Research, specializing in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Remote Sensing. His work focuses on the development of advanced software systems and computational algorithms for analyzing multi-... Show more

Grishma Jena is a Data Scientist with the Product Excellence Office at IBM in San Francisco. As the only Data Scientist in the org, she supports 100+ user researchers and designers and uses data to understand user struggles and opportunities to enhance product experiences. She has received the Outstanding Technical Achievement Award (Major), one of the most prestigious company-wide awards, as recognition of her work.

She earned her Masters in Computer Science at University of Pennsylvania. Her research interests are in Machine Learning and Natural Language Processing. She has delivered 50+ talks and workshops across 10 countries including at PyCon US (largest Python conference in the world), QCon and LeadDev. She has also taught Python at the San Francisco Public Library and frequently guides school and university students.

Grishma is extremely passionate about encouraging, mentoring, and empowering people, especially women and students, in the world of technology. She has been recognized by the Python Software Foundation as a Fellow for her extraordinary efforts and impact upon Python, the community, and the broader Python ecosystem. She won the Silver Stevie Award for Changemaker of the Year (Gender) and was selected as one of Women Impact Tech honorees. She serves on the AI/ML Advisory Board for DevNetwork. She is also an ambassador for the Women in Data Science initiative, as well as a part of the leadership team for Society of Women Engineers - Golden Gate Section. In 2023, she was recognized by Women Who Code as one of 100 Technologists To Watch for her excellence, innovation, and leadership, and was also a finalist for Venture Beat's Women in AI mentorship award.

In her free time, she likes to write, cook, and explore new places.

Grishma Jena is a Data Scientist with the Product Excellence Office at IBM in San Francisco. As the only Data Scientist in the org, she supports 100+ user researchers and designers and uses data to understand user struggles and opportunities to enhan... Show more

Johnny Xmas, CISSP, serves as Global Head of Offensive Security for a Fortune 150 manufacturing and agriculture corporation, leading penetration testing, red teaming, adversarial simulation, and exposure assessment. With more than 15 years in information security and 25 in IT, his work centers on identifying the gap between what should be and what is.

A fixture of the Chicago security community since 2002, he holds board positions at BurbSec and BSides312. Earlier roles include Director of Cyber Training, Anti-Bot Field Engineering, and Lead Researcher on an industrial cybersecurity platform. He is best known publicly for exposing the TSA master key leaks and the Venmo public-feed privacy failures, research covered by Fox, CBS, NBC, Wired, TechCrunch, ZDNet, Engadget, PCMag, CSO, Vice, The Hill, Entrepreneur, SC Magazine, Infosecurity Magazine, and BleepingComputer, as well as German, Dutch, and Filipino press.

Johnny Xmas, CISSP, serves as Global Head of Offensive Security for a Fortune 150 manufacturing and agriculture corporation, leading penetration testing, red teaming, adversarial simulation, and exposure assessment. With more than 15 years in informa... Show more