Akshen Doke
ML Engineer | AWS Certified | Certified Scrum Product Owner
Akshen Doke
| **ML Engineer | AWS Certified | Certified Scrum Product Owner** |
| doke.akshen@gmail.com | GitHub |
About Me
Product-minded technologist and Certified Scrum Product Owner with hands-on experience in machine learning research, cloud automation, and AI-driven product development. Adept at building with modern LLMs (Claude, OpenAI, Perplexity), Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), and autonomous workflows using tools like LangChain.
Skilled in integrating AI with MAKE automation, MCP pipelines, and automation-first architectures. Former Python trainer at FOSSEE with a strong track record in open-source evangelism and civic tech.
I also write about AI, human connection, and critical thinking on Medium, exploring how we can navigate technological advancement while preserving what makes us human.
Experience
Maxotopia Foundation
Co-Founder and CTO | Mumbai, India | October 2023 - October 2024
Mumbai-based civic tech initiative transforming citizen-government collaboration.
- Spearheaded development of ‘Let’s Engage’ mobile application for civic engagement in Mumbai
- Explored AI agent architecture for automated complaint triaging based on urgency, locality, and department jurisdiction
- Built systems enabling citizens to stay informed, raise issues, and submit complaints about their local wards
TerraAlto
Cloud Automation and Operations Engineer | Dublin, Ireland | May 2021 - June 2023
Responsible for managed services on AWS cloud platform serving diverse client base.
- Deployed AWS code pipelines and automated backup systems for client infrastructure
- Provided 24/7 customer support with on-call duties for critical systems
- Created automation scripts reducing data collection processing time by 40%
- Developed comprehensive onboarding documentation improving new joiner efficiency
FOSSEE, IIT-Bombay
Project Research Engineer | Mumbai, India | January 2017 - June 2019
Multi-faceted role spanning development, education, and community building.
- Designed workshop booking website and delivered Python training sessions to students
- Mentored interns in building internal web tools for organizational use
- Became Arctic Code Vault Contributor on GitHub
- Part of organizing team for SciPy-2019 conference at IIT-Bombay campus
- Implemented strategies spreading open-source awareness across Indian colleges
Featured Projects
🤖 WhatsApp Fact Checker Bot (2025)
AI-powered WhatsApp bot detecting and debunking misinformation using Claude and Perplexity APIs.
Tech Stack: Python, WhatsApp Business API, MAKE automation, Claude/Perplexity APIs
- Real-time LLM responses for fact-checking with webhook handling
- MAKE workflow orchestration for scalable message processing
- Built with Git version control and comprehensive unit testing
- Impact: Helped raise quality of information and stop distrust in local communities
AI-powered WhatsApp bot detecting and debunking misinformation…
☀️ SunSeSuraksha - India’s Heatwave Survival Guide (2025)
India’s personal heat survival assistant — real-time safety recommendations based on your exact location.
Tech Stack: React Native, GPS/Location Services, Weather APIs, Push Notifications
- Live heat danger score (0-100) for 646 Indian district headquarters across all states and UTs
- 38 cooling foods & drinks recommended by NDMA, AIIMS, and Ayurvedic sources with IFCT 2017 nutrition data
- Smart daily planner with 8 time blocks showing temperature, safety level, hydration schedule, and meal suggestions
- 30 verified survival tips sourced from NDMA, BMC, and AIIMS guidelines
- SOS emergency screen with 10-symptom heatstroke checker and one-tap helplines (112, 108, 102, 104, 1078)
- Adaptive water reminders that adjust frequency based on current heat intensity
- Privacy-first design — no login, no data collection, works offline with cached data
- Temperature curve model factors in humidity — different recommendations for Mumbai’s humid heat vs Delhi’s dry heat
Impact: Helping Indians stay safe during extreme summers with verified, actionable guidance.
🍸 Cocktail Discovery (2025)
Discover cocktails from around the world — 498 recipes spanning 29 countries and 32 base spirits.
Tech Stack: React Native, Local Database, Search Algorithms
- 498 cocktails with photos, full recipes, ingredients, preparation steps, glass type, and garnish
- Filter by 32 base spirits and 29 countries for targeted discovery
- 88 hand-curated cocktails with rich history — year created and originating bar
- Smart search with autocomplete suggestions by name or ingredient
- Save favorites for quick access and personal collection
- Strength indicators (Light, Medium, Strong) and occasion tags for finding the right drink
- Surprise Me button for random cocktail discovery
- Beautiful warm pastel design with no data collection
Published under: Space Jockey Solutions
🏥 Chest X-Ray COVID-19 Classification (Master’s Thesis - 2021)
Ensemble deep learning system for detecting COVID-19, pneumonia, and normal cases from chest X-ray images.
Tech Stack: Python, TensorFlow/PyTorch, OpenCV, AlexNet, ResNet variants
- Implemented ensemble of deep CNNs using transfer learning with hard and soft voting
- Achieved 85-90% classification accuracy with balanced precision-recall across all classes
- Advanced preprocessing pipeline: normalization, histogram equalization, and data augmentation
- Addressed class imbalance in medical imaging datasets through strategic augmentation
- Published research project at National College of Ireland
| View on GitHub | Research Details |
🌾 Seasonal Food India App (2025)
Full-stack Next.js application recommending seasonal Indian foods based on user location.
Tech Stack: Next.js, Vercel, ICMR-NIN verified data
- Database of 500+ foods with comprehensive filtering and pagination
- Integration of Ayurvedic wisdom with ICMR-NIN verified nutritional data
- Advanced image management and location-based recommendations
- Successfully deployed on Vercel with optimal performance
💻 VS Code Extension - Memory Graph - Open source contribution(2025)
Open Source Python package visualization tool helping students understand data structures visually.
Tech Stack: TypeScript, VS Code API, Python
- Released v0.1.0 on GitHub marketplace
- Python environment detection and seamless integration
- Visual representation of complex data structures
- Post-release improvements in Python environment detection
👶 Baby Monitoring Camera Detector (2020)
Computer vision system detecting unsafe infant activities using object detection.
Tech Stack: Python, OpenCV, TensorFlow/PyTorch
- Real-time detection of baby leaving crib or unsafe movements
- Ultrasonic sensor fallback integration for improved detection accuracy
- Alert triggers with metadata storage for post-sleep analysis
- Designed with modular architecture and comprehensive testing
🔐 Enigma - Cipher Simulator with GUI (2015)
Python-based educational simulator of the historic Enigma encryption machine.
Tech Stack: Python, Tkinter GUI
- Accurate simulation of rotor, plugboard, and reflector logic
- Built using Tkinter GUI with modular key validation
- Command-line and GUI interfaces for flexibility
- Designed for educational value and historical accuracy
🔍 SSearch - Multi-engine Search Extension (2016)
Chrome extension enabling simultaneous multi-engine web searches.
Tech Stack: JavaScript, HTML, CSS
- Single query triggers individual tabs for selected search engines
- Modular front-end logic with GPL-3.0 licensing
- Responsive UI with smart selection pattern behaviors
- Streamlines search experience across multiple platforms
📝 Writing & Thought Leadership
I explore the intersection of AI, human connection, and critical thinking through writing.
Recent Articles on Medium
🤖 Learning in the Age of AI
How AI is transforming knowledge acquisition and learning strategies
🤝 Personal Relationships in the Age of AI
Maintaining authentic human connections in an AI-powered world
💬 Debate vs Discussion
Understanding the art of productive conversation
Follow me on Medium for more insights on AI, technology, and human connection.
📝 Writing & Thought Leadership
I explore the intersection of AI, human connection, and critical thinking through writing.
Recent Articles on Medium
🤖 Learning in the Age of AI How AI is transforming knowledge acquisition…
🤝 Personal Relationships in the Age of AI Maintaining authentic human connections…
💬 Debate vs Discussion Understanding the art of productive conversation
[Follow me on Medium] for more insights…
Education
National College of Ireland (2019 - 2021)
Master’s Degree in Data Analytics | Dublin, Ireland
Research Project: Chest X-Ray COVID-19 Classification
- Implemented ensemble of deep CNNs using AlexNet and ResNet variants
- Achieved 85-90% classification accuracy with balanced precision-recall across classes
- Used transfer learning with hard and soft voting ensembles
- Applied advanced preprocessing: normalization, histogram equalization, and data augmentation
- Built solution using Python, TensorFlow/PyTorch with modular design
Atharva College - Mumbai University (2013 - 2016)
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Engineering | Mumbai, India
Published Paper: Data Analysis, Visualization Product
(GRD Journal for Engineering, Vol.1, Issue 5, May 2016)
- Built cross-platform data tool for end-to-end analytics
- Designed modules for data acquisition, cleaning, transformation, and visualization
- Delivered interactive dashboard enabling trend forecasting and business insights
- Emphasized scalability and decision-support through visualization
Thakur Polytechnic (2010 - 2013)
Diploma in Computer Engineering | Mumbai, India
Project: Mobile-based E-Voting System
- Developed comprehensive tool for end-to-end voting process tracking
- Focused on security, transparency, and accessibility
- Early exploration of mobile application development
- Foundation for later work in civic tech and government systems
Skills
AI/ML: LLMs (Claude, OpenAI, Perplexity), RAG, LangChain, Transfer Learning, CNN, Transformers, Attention Mechanisms
Mobile Development: React Native, Android (Google Play Store published), Push Notifications, GPS/Location Services
Cloud & Automation: AWS (Lambda, S3, API Gateway, Solutions Architect Certified), MAKE.com, CI/CD Pipelines
Development: Python, Next.js, TypeScript, JavaScript, Git, VS Code Extensions, React
Product Management: Certified Scrum Product Owner, Agile Methodologies, Release Management, Product Strategy
Tools & Platforms: Docker, Linux, Vercel, GitHub Actions, WhatsApp Business API, Google Play Console
Publications
- Chest X-Ray COVID-19 Classification - Master’s Thesis, National College of Ireland (2021)
- Data Analysis, Visualization Product - GRD Journal for Engineering, Vol.1, Issue 5 (May 2016)
Interests
| 📚 Reading books and classical music | 🏔️ Philosophy, hiking, and horse riding | 🎮 Video games and documentaries | ⚽ Football and badminton |
📄 Resume
| Download PDF Resume | View on LinkedIn |
📝 Latest Blog Posts
- Building a WhatsApp Fact Checker with Claude API - June 26, 2025
- From Seasonal Food App to Production - Dec 15, 2025
Last updated: December 2025