After KAUST Academy
Waleed spent two years at the Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority, where the Vice Governor recognized Waleed's contributions in August 2026, and ended that role in September 2026. Waleed also earned the ITIL Foundation certificate in April 2026.
Summer project
Artificial Intelligence Specialization · Cohort 2024
Recognition of Recyclable Materials Using Real-Time Object Detection
Recycling is a critical component of sustainable development, vital for reducing waste and conserving resources. In alignment with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, this project aims to address inefficiencies in current recycling methods by developing a real-time object detection and classification model for recyclable materials. Multiple models were tested, with YOLOVS8 proving to have the best precision. The model automates material identification, improving the speed and accuracy of waste management processes. Future work will focus on integrating weight prediction capabilities and expanding the model's ability to classify more material types. These improvements aim to enhance recycling efficiency, reduce waste, and promote sustainability.
With KAUST Academy
- Cohort 2024
Artificial Intelligence Specialization
King Abdullah University of Science and Technology · Artificial Intelligence Summer School
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