JOYSTON MENEZES

Joyston Menezes

MS in CSE at USC

Hello! I'm Joyston Menezes

As a software engineer, I am looking for a dynamic and challenging work environment that inspires continuous learning and improvement. I am eager to work with a company that values its employees and motivates them to achieve their full potential, ultimately driving progress and innovation within the software industry

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EDUCATION

education

2023-Present

Masters Degree

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Viterbi School of Engineering
Degree: MS in Computer Science
Relevant Coursework: Analysis of Algorithm, Database System
Honours: 1) Best Employee of the Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count at USC - March 2023

2017-2021

Bachelor of Engineering

GPA: 9.4/10

NMAM INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, NITTE

Degree: Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science
Honours: 1) Outstanding student of the Computer Science Department 2017 – 2021

2) Best outgoing student of the university 2017 – 2021
Relevant Coursework: Discrete Mathematics, Digital System Design, Data Structure

May-2017

High School

GPA:9.6/10

DR. NMAM ENGLISH MEDIUM HIGH SCHOOL, NITTE.

Degree: Secondary school education
Honours: 1) School People Leader - 2017

2) Merit Scholarship

RESEARCH AND PUBLICATION

tech geek

photographer

graphic designer

musician

skills

1. Co-Author of Book Chapter Titled “Identification and Classification of Paddy Crop Diseases using Big Data Machine Learning Techniques” for Press book titled 'Data Science and Data Analytics Opportunities and Challenges', published on September 23, 2021.

2. Co-Author of IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) Conference Paper- “Deep learning photo caption generator”, published on November 01, 2021.

3. Aspect-based sentiments analysis on mobile product review: https://www.joystonmenez.info/aspect-based-sentiments-analysis

EXPERIENCE

Alphonso Matrimony Udupi, Karnataka

Website developer and Maintenance Engineer of Enterprise Resource Planning Software 01 Aug 2021 to 22 Nov 2022

Proficient in designing templates and developing front end using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
I am experienced in maintaining databases and implementing SEO strategies to improve website visibility and ranking.
I am skilled in creating enterprise resource planning software to manage business operations.
Proficient in programming PHP-based backend codes to process and store data.

Dlithe Consultancy Bangalore, Karnataka

Project Intern 15 Jun 2020 to 29 Jul 2020

The Blockchain platform, Ethereum tools, Hyperledger: Completed an internship on the Blockchain platform, Ethereum tools, Hyperledger, Contract management, DevOps, and Dapp decentralized application, gaining experience in implementing and

managing blockchain solutions for real-world scenarios.
Tuna Fishing Supply chain, Decentralized Voting App: Developed a deep understanding of blockchain fundamentals and the

the high-level structure of Hyperledger while working on projects such as the Tuna Fishing Supply chain and Decentralized Voting App.
Machine Learning with Python: Worked on various projects in Machine Learning with Python, including developing BOT applications, social media integration, and data analytics with multiple datasets, gaining expertise in machine learning algorithms

and Python programming.

ACHIEVEMENTS

ACHIVE

QUALITIES

Outstanding Student and Best Outgoing Student of NMAM Institute of Technology, Nitte Aug 2017- Jul 2021 BATCH
Received two awards for Best Outstanding Student of Nitte University 2021 and Best Outgoing Student of the Department of

Computer Science and Engineering, demonstrating exceptional academic performance and leadership qualities

Lead organizer of 24 hours National Level Hackathon Feb 2020

Planned and led a 24-hour National Level Hackathon, as the lead organizer for the core event "HACKRIDEA" during Incridea'20 fest (National Level Intercollege Fest). Managed logistics and participant engagement resulting in a successful and highly

competitive inter-college competition with positive feedback.

Asian Level Conference of Young Catholic Students (YCS) at Indonesia 01 Jul 2019

Represented my country at the Asian-level conference of young Catholic students in Indonesia, showcasing strong communication

and leadership skills while engaging with peers from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Recognized as The Best Youth of the Parish, demonstrating exceptional community involvement and leadership qualities.

Photography Jan 2015 Jul 2017

Secured first place in the national techno-cultural fest held at my undergraduate university, demonstrating technical expertise

and teamwork skills.
Won third place in the Nitte Pixel (University Level) competition, showcasing proficiency in design and creativity.
Attended the "Capturing waw" national summit, gaining exposure to emerging trends and networking with industry experts.

Sakura Student Exchange Program -Japan 2020

• Shortlisted for the Sakura Exchange Program, an Exchange Program in Science organized by the Japan Science and Technology Agency, held at Ritsumeikan University, showcasing academic excellence and a keen interest in science and technology.

Football

Played and won the Under 17 football tournament in Udupi, Chickmagalur, and Mangalore districts in Karnataka, India, demonstrating teamwork, sportsmanship, and physical fitness.
Represented my taluk and district in various football tournaments, showcasing my athletic abilities and dedication to the sport.
Was part of the local football team, contributing to the team's success and fostering a sense of community through sports.

LEADERSHIP AND INVOLVEMENT

National Service Scheme, India Udupi, Karnataka (Team Leader) Aug 2017 – Aug 2021

Served as the team leader of the National Service Scheme of India in my university, coordinating and leading various community

service initiatives and projects.
Initiated the "Give It Up" piggy bank program in my parish, successfully collecting money and providing aid to homeless individuals

and those affected by HIV, demonstrating a strong commitment to social responsibility
Participated in the Rotaract club of my college and the Annadana club (Food donation Club), contributing to community service

efforts and promoting social welfare.

Unnath Bharath Abhiyaan (Better India Mission) Udupi, Karnataka. Surveyor Jul 2018 – Dec 2021

Worked with Better India Mission, conducting surveys in various villages and actively participating in street and beach cleanup

initiatives, demonstrating a strong commitment to environmental and social responsibility.
Actively engaged in community service by participating in institute club activities and partnering with Non-Governmental

Organizations (NGOs), contributing to various initiatives aimed at improving the lives of underprivileged individuals and promoting

social welfare.

Hutchesons' Grammar School, Glasgow Glasgow, Scotland (Project Leader) Jan 2014 to Mar 2015

Won third place in the school-level project on GENDER BIAS, showcasing an awareness of gender issues and a dedication to

promoting equality and fairness.
Won third place in the global school partnership project on JUSTICE FOR HUNGER, demonstrating a commitment to social

responsibility and an understanding of global issues.

Indian Catholic Youth Movement (ICYM) Udupi, India (Vice President Dec) 2018 to Oct 2022

Elected as Vice President of ICYM (Indian Catholic Youth Movement) in my Diocese, serving the community by actively empowering youth and leading initiatives aimed at social welfare and development.
Worked as Public Relations Officer of the ICYM Central Council of the State, effectively communicating and promoting the organization's activities and initiatives to the public, demonstrating strong leadership and communication skills.

Paddy Crop Cultivation Drive Belman, India (In-charge) Jun 2019 to Nov 2022

Successfully cultivated a 15-year barren paddy field for 2 years, demonstrating dedication, hard work, and an ability to overcome

challenges.
Donated the yield to homeless and poor individuals, demonstrating a strong sense of social responsibility and commitment to

giving back to the community.

ACADEMIC PROJECTS

1. Detection and visualization of bone abnormalities on X-ray images (GPA 10/10) 7th and 8th Semester, 2021

Developed a CNN-based solution to detect and visualize bone abnormalities on X-ray images for my final year project during

my undergraduate studies, showcasing a strong problem-solving ability and technical skills in machine learning and image

analysis.
Received recognition for the project, which was funded by the university, and was awarded the best project of the
department, demonstrating excellent project management and execution skills.

2. Identification and Classification of Paddy Crop Diseases 5th and 6th Semester, 2020

One of the highlights of my college years was the research project I embarked on - 'Identification and Classification of Paddy Crop Diseases Using Big Data Machine Learning Techniques' for various infested rice plants and the optimal conditions for a healthy ecosystem
I found the work quite enriching and wrote a chapter for the CRC Press book titled 'Data Science and Data Analytics Opportunities and Challenges', published on September 23, 2021.
It helped me understand how mathematically expensive computing a neural network graph is and the need to optimize it.

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