Hi, I am Rahul Sharma.

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PhD Candidate in Computer Science and Ed.D., Lecturer, and Software Engineer passionate about empowering the next generation through technology and education. I believe in making computer science accessible and engaging for young minds.

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Education

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PhD in Computer Science
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Grad Track with Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

University of North Texas

Teaching Certification | Math Minor | Middle School–K12 Certified Teacher – US Department of Education

GPA 4.0

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Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT)

Tribhuvan University

Research Experience and Published Papers

Research Experience
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Research Assistant – Data Visualization and eXtended Reality (DVXR) Lab

UNT–GPREC Collaborative Research Program

Selected through a competitive interview process to participate in a collaborative research initiative between the University of North Texas and GPREC (India). Conducted research in the Data Visualization and eXtended Reality (DVXR) Lab, contributing to data analysis, visualization, and technical problem solving under faculty mentorship. This led to a published research paper.

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Researcher – UR2PhD Program

Computing Research Association (CRA)

Designed and presented a research poster titled 'Accessibility in Computing'. Conducted literature review on accessibility challenges and inclusive design in computing education.

Published Papers
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Accessibility in Computing: Bridging Inclusive Design in CS Education and Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)

UR2PhD Research Poster Showcase, Computing Research Association

R. SharmaPoster2025

Projects

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LiDAR Indoor Mapping for School Safety

GIS Application – Halff Associates

LiDARGISPythonMachine Learning3D Point Cloud

Developed data pipelines and preprocessing workflows for 3D point cloud data used in AI/AR applications. Led indoor mapping of school buses and school buildings using LiDAR scanners in response to Texas school shooting events. The GIS-based application supports first responders and safety teams in post-incident planning and emergency response, helping protect children through precise spatial modeling of interior environments.

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Eagle Park App

Full-Stack Parking Management System

JavaSQLGit

Designed and implemented a full-stack application modeled after airport parking systems. Built backend services handling authentication, reservations, parking allocation, and real-time availability. Designed relational database schema and applied object-oriented design principles with UML diagrams.

Impact: Helped transform UNT Transportation Services from physical parking permits to a fully virtual, license-plate-based digital permit system campuswide.

Professional Experience

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Cloud Engineer

SAP

Engineered and maintained scalable cloud infrastructure and services within the SAP ecosystem. Worked on deployment automation, performance optimization, and reliability of enterprise cloud workloads. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, production-grade solutions supporting large-scale business applications.

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Machine Learning Intern
2023

Halff Associates

Applied machine learning and LiDAR-based techniques for indoor mapping and spatial modeling in GIS applications focused on school safety.

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Sr. Network Administration Specialist (4G/5G/LTE)

Spectrum Internet Company

Delivered fast, reliable mobile experiences directly to clients by troubleshooting and resolving complex 4G/5G/LTE network issues. Mastered real-time diagnostics, eliminated connectivity bottlenecks, and provided high-impact solutions that kept users connected without interruption.

Teaching Experience

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Algebra Instructor

Truett Wilson Middle School, Northwest ISD

Teach North Texas Program

Teaching two 8th-grade Algebra classes (35 and 32 students) including an Honors/Gifted & Talented section. Design and deliver TEKS-aligned lesson plans using the 5E instructional model. Use STAAR-aligned assessments to measure understanding.

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Professor Assistant – Introductory Physics

University of North Texas

Led recitation sessions for 70+ students, reinforcing lecture concepts through guided discussion and problem solving. Assisted students in physics laboratory sessions supporting simulations, experiments, and technical demonstrations.

Conferences Attended

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SIGCSE Technical Symposium
2026

ACM Special Interest Group on Computer Science Education

Jonesboro, AR

Certifications

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Texas Educator Certificate – Core Subjects (EC–6)

Texas Education Agency (TEA) / State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC)

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Texas Educator Certificate – Mathematics (4–8)

Texas Education Agency (TEA) / State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC)

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Texas Educator Certificate – Computer Science (8–12)

Texas Education Agency (TEA) / State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC)

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TExES Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities (PPR)

Texas Education Agency (TEA)

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Middle School–K12 Certified Teacher

US Department of Education

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Big Data Certification

Griffith University (Australia)

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Microsoft Power BI Analyst Professional Certificate

Microsoft

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AWS for Developers: DynamoDB

Amazon Web Services

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UR2PhD Certificate

Computing Research Association (CRA)

UO
University President's List

University of North Texas

Resume

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Community Work & Projects Built Back Home

Before the degrees and the job titles, there were the streets where I learned what it truly means to build something meaningful. These projects were not built for a resume — they were built because my community needed them. Every line of code, every volunteer hour, every small win taught me that technology is only as valuable as the lives it touches.

Digital Literacy Initiative

Education & Empowerment

Organized free computer literacy workshops for underprivileged youth in rural communities, teaching basic computing, internet safety, and digital skills to help bridge the urban-rural technology divide.

Impact: 10+ students trained across 3 villages in Nepal and India

Small Business Digitization

Socio-Economic Development

Helped local shop owners and small businesses create their first digital presence — setting up Facebook pages, basic inventory systems, and digital payment acceptance to expand their customer reach beyond the neighborhood.

Impact: 2+ local businesses brought online in Australia

Youth Tech Mentorship

Volunteer Work

Mentoring high school students interested in technology careers, providing guidance on learning paths, university applications abroad, and sharing resources that were once hard for me to find.

Impact: 10+ students mentored, 4 now studying abroad on full/partial funding

“The most important code I ever wrote wasn't for a grade or a paycheck — it was for the people who shaped me.”