Passionate about applying machine learning, data science, and software engineering to solve real-world problems—especially those impacting Africa's development. With hands-on experience in ML algorithms, data analysis, and generative AI, I combine strong technical foundations with a commitment to innovation and community.
I'm a dedicated Computer Scientist and Junior Data Scientist with hands-on experience in machine learning, data analysis, and software development. Currently pursuing my Master's in Applied Mathematics (Data Science) at AIMS Cameroon, I'm passionate about leveraging technology for positive social impact across Africa.
I combine academic excellence with practical innovation. I'm also promoting Numerica Bridge - a startup that accompanies individuals and companies in their digitalization process.
Currently working as an ICT Technology Development Intern at IFAD, focusing on automatic generation, feature extraction using LLMs ,and Agentic AI systems.
Aug 2023 - Feb 2025
Relevant coursework: Supervised Learning Methods, Unsupervised Machine Learning, Deep Learning methods and Algorithms, Statistical inferences.
Mastercard Foundation Scholar
Feb 2023
Relevant coursework: Network of automata, advanced algorithms and complexity, software engineering, system and network security, optimization, parallel programming.
Jun 2020
Relevant coursework: Theory of graphs, Algorithms I-II-III, Software engineering, Cloud computing, Linear algebra, Analysis, Probability theory.
Current Position | Mar 2025 - Present
Working on cutting-edge technology development including automatic generation, feature extraction using LLMs, Agentic AI systems, and data analytics. Also involved in ICT operations, automation, and project management.
Data Scientist Intern | Jul 2024 - Dec 2024
Developed machine learning models to analyze user trends and patterns based on their transactions. Designed and implemented middleware RESTful APIs and built CI/CD pipelines.
Master's Thesis | Jun 2024 - Aug 2024
Developed an Autoencoder-based model specifically designed to detect abnormal plant leaves for early agricultural diagnostics. Winner of Indaba X Chad Hackathon for Rice Disease Detection.
Master's Thesis | Jul 2022 - Jan 2023
Mathematically modeled the continuous dynamics of resources under the effect of agricultural policy and optimized resource allocation using genetic algorithms.
Volunteer Project | 2023
Built a comprehensive application to improve public services in Cameroon, focusing on citizen engagement and service delivery optimization.
Co-Founder & Promoter | Current
Promoting and developing Numerica Bridge, an evolving startup that accompanies and trains individuals or companies toward their digitalization process.
Oct 2024
Rice Disease Detection project - "La détection précoce de pyriculariose du riz au Tchad"
Student Expert | Sept 2024
Certified expert in API development and testing using Postman tools and methodologies.
ML for Earth Observation | Sept 2024
Advanced Machine Learning Techniques for Earth Observation applications and satellite data analysis.
AIMS Cameroon | Aug 2023
Selected as a scholar for excellence in academic achievement and leadership potential.
Chad's Best Baccalaureate | Aug 2016
Recognized as one of Chad's best Baccalaureate graduates for outstanding academic performance.
Mar 2024
Created the winning slogan: "In Africa's Youth, the Future of Science"
batbaina.guikoura@aims-cameroon.org
+237 658 823 481
Yaoundé, Cameroon