Michel is a highly skilled developer and consultant with expertise in AI, data analysis, and process optimization. As a developer in the GenAI team, he built proof-of-concepts leveraging chatGPT's natural language understanding capabilities and implemented AI modules on Microsoft Azure. As a consultant in the strategy and operations team, he designed algorithms for user access profiling.

Iraj Hedayati is a seasoned Data Engineer with over a decade of experience designing and scaling data infrastructure at high-growth tech companies. He currently works as a consultant with Apple, specializing in distributed systems, Spark, and backend development. Iraj teaches Data Engineering courses focused on real-world applications in big data processing, cloud infrastructure, and modern data pipelines. His industry background includes leading large-scale data migrations, optimizing cloud costs, and building end-to-end systems for data ingestion and analytics.

Mojtaba holds a Ph.D. in Machine Learning from the University of Montreal–Mila, along with two master’s degrees in Software Engineering from Concordia University and Machine Learning from the University of Montreal. He brings extensive experience in both academia and industry, having taught a range of computer science and software engineering courses with a focus on practical AI applications. He has also worked in leading tech companies, including Amazon, Microsoft, SAP, and Ericsson. Passionate about student engagement and interdisciplinary learning, he is committed to fostering critical thinking and innovation in the classroom.

A results-driven Data Scientist with a Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering, specializing in advanced analytics, predictive modeling, and machine learning. With 5 years of experience and currently working as a Senior Data Scientist, I excel at translating complex analytical insights for non-technical audiences and leading cross-functional teams to deliver impactful business solutions