Ahmed El Koutbia
Ahmed is the Founder and CEO of Innosoft Gulf, a leading AI and Blockchain Education Center in Dubai. With a focus on teaching, consulting, and research in the fields of Blockchain, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, and Big Data, Ahmed has trained hundreds of professionals, equipping them with the skills needed for success in these cutting-edge technologies.
With a background in Information and Decision Science from the University of Illinois at Chicago, Ahmed brings extensive industry experience, having worked with renowned organizations such as Sun Microsystems and the Chicago Board of Options Exchange (CBOE). He played a key role in the development of a Java EE-based workflow engine, which was featured in the best-selling book 'Java EE Patterns.'
Ahmed's passion for advancing AI and Big Data technologies extends beyond education. As the organizer of Innosoft Gulf – Big Data and Artificial Intelligence, one of Dubai's largest meet-up groups, he has fostered a thriving local community of professionals in these fields.
Currently pursuing graduate studies in AI at Stanford University, Ahmed remains actively involved in cutting-edge projects. His expertise in areas such as self-driving technology utilizing Fully Convolutional Neural Networks for Automated Traffic Lane Detection further enhances his ability to deliver impactful training and consultancy.
As a data scientist and founder of Innosoft Gulf, Ahmed brings a wealth of knowledge and real-world experience to this program, ensuring participants gain practical skills and insights to excel in the rapidly evolving AI and Big Data landscape.