🎓 AI & Data Engineer | 🧠 Deep Learning & Generative Architectures
I hold an M.Sc. in Artificial Intelligence and Data Engineering from the University of Pisa. I have a strong interest in developing artificial intelligence models, data processing, and software engineering. I combine solid algorithmic foundations with excellent communication and teamwork skills, which I've also honed through a long-standing passion for theater.
Here is a selection of the main open-source and academic projects I have worked on:
AI-powered risk discovery web app.
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Repository: View Source Code
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Architecture: Microservices structure with the integration of local LLMs via Ollama.
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Features: Developed "Human-in-the-Loop" (HITL) pipelines to validate generated outputs and actively minimize AI hallucinations.
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Scalable, containerized intelligent travel assistant.
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Repository: View Source Code
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Architecture: Deployed on Kubernetes with performance optimization via a multi-level caching strategy.
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Features: Integrated LLM (Ollama) and TTS (Piper) microservices to generate dynamic location descriptions and handle real-time geolocation.
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Automated IoT system for fermentation control.
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Repository: View Source Code
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Architecture: 6LoWPAN mesh network (nRF52840, CoAP) backed by a Python and MQTT infrastructure.
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Features: Designed density-based algorithms for autonomous anomaly detection and real-time monitoring via a FastAPI dashboard.
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Stack:
- Languages: Python, C/C++, Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, Rust
- Machine Learning & Data: PyTorch, Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, Optuna, Weights & Biases
- Backend & Web Development: FastAPI, HTML, CSS, PHP
- DevOps & Tools: Docker, Kubernetes, Git, uv, Linux
- Databases: PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Neo4j
- Teamwork & Communication: Strong aptitude for teamwork and science outreach, trained through theatrical activities and volunteering in organizing local community events.
- Creative Problem Solving: Dungeon Master and tabletop RPG enthusiast (specifically D&D and Brancalonia), along with reading fantasy novels—hobbies that stimulate narrative skills and the ability to manage unexpected situations.
- Outdoor: Passionate about hiking and mountain trekking.
- 💼 LinkedIn: paol-pal
- 📧 Email: paol.palumbo@gmail.com