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Hi my name is Abdelrhman Rayis - this is my personal blog where I share my research, projects, and insights on Geospatial AI and Knowledge Systems. Check back regularly for new posts and updates!

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Abdelrhman Rayis

Geospatial AI | Knowledge Representation | PhD Candidate @ Keele University

Keele, England | abdelrhman.rayis@gmail.com

About

Collaborative problem solver leveraging systems thinking to drive impactful solutions. Experienced software engineer applying customer service concepts to web and geographical information systems (GIS) projects to improve user experience.

With over 5 years of expertise in GIS, web development, field data collection, spatial mapping, and creative development (AR, VR, 360°), currently advancing the field through postgraduate research at Keele University focusing on semantic, data-driven approaches for GIS applications using cloud-native microservices architecture.

Experience

Keele University

  • PhD Candidate - Geospatial Data Science (2021 - Present)
    Specializing in Geospatial Ontologies and Semantics. Developing semantic, data-driven approaches for GIS applications using cloud-native microservices architecture.
  • Laboratory Demonstrator (2022 - Present)
    Facilitating student learning in Cloud Computing, Software Engineering, Advanced Programming, and Cyber Security across practicals, lectures, and field-based settings.
  • Student Council Member (2022 - 2023)
    Served as student representative, advocating for peer concerns and collaborating with Senior Leadership.

Gom Charity Organization

  • Co-Founder & Head of Engineering (2020 - Present)
    Led development of education platform Gom.sd impacting 700,000+ students across emerging economies. Pioneered online learning initiatives to improve educational quality.

Keele Postgraduate Association

  • President & CEO (2022 - 2023)
    Led postgraduate community initiatives and advocacy.

Publications

  • Philosophy, Interdisciplinary Research, and a Swiss Army Knife: The Mysterious Link!
  • MicroMaps: Ontology-driven Semantic Geospatial Data Fusion Approach for IoT Integration and Decision Making in Smart Cities
  • Sudan Cloud Geo Framework study case: Ministry of Minerals
  • A Semantically Aware User Interface Design for GIS Applications Through Cloud-Based Microservices
  • A Glimpse into Philosophy: Its Nature and Purpose

Expertise

Core Skills

  • Geospatial Systems: GIS applications, spatial data collection and analysis, mapping technologies
  • AI & Knowledge Systems: Neural-Symbolic AI, ontologies, knowledge representation and reasoning
  • Cloud Architecture: Cloud-native microservices, scalable data systems
  • Web Development: Full-stack development, UX/UI design
  • Creative Development: AR, VR, 360° experiences

Languages

  • Arabic (Native)
  • English (Fluent)

Certifications

  • LEVEL 3 EMERGENCY FIRST AID AT WORK - Council Training
  • Communication Training - Startup School
  • Embedding wellbeing into the curriculum workshop

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