Workshops

Workshop 1: AWS Foundations – Hands-On Workshop

Resource Person

Muhammad Zulkifl Hasan

AWS Academy Educator

Zulkifl is an AWS Academy Educator and a Principal Lecturer in Computer Science with over 15 years of academic and industry experience spanning network security, IoT security, and cloud computing. Dr. Hasan has delivered workshops and supervised projects on cloud technologies, including AWS, Google Cloud, and emerging cloud-native infrastructures. At this workshop on AWS Cloud Foundation, Dr. Hasan brings his deep expertise in cloud infrastructure, virtualization, and security to help participants build a solid foundation in AWS services and develop practical skills for cloud adoption in academic and enterprise environments.

Workshop 2: DevSecOps for Market Ready Graduates – Hands-On Workshop

Resource Person

Faisal Umer

Lead DevSecOps Engineer, Ebryx Pvt. Ltd.

Faisal is a Lead DevSecOps Engineer with over 6 years of professional experience in designing, securing, and scaling cloud-native infrastructures. He has worked with multiple multinational companies (MNCs) in the US and UAE, delivering enterprise-grade solutions that integrate DevOps automation with advanced security practices. Over the course of his career, he has built expertise in AWS services, Kubernetes, container security, Terraform, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure as code (IaC). He specializes in embedding security controls across the DevOps lifecycle, ensuring compliance, resilience, and scalability in modern application environments.

Workshop 3: Game Development – Hands-On Workshop

Resource Person

Fahad Baig

GenITeam Solutions

Fahad brings over 10 years of professional experience in video game development across platforms including iOS, Android, Huawei, Amazon, and Steam. Fahad has extensive expertise in game optimization, performance enhancement, and long-term player value (LTV) strategies. His strong background in game analytics, GPU optimization, and secure software delivery makes him a dynamic professional committed to preparing the next generation of developers for industry challenges.

Workshop 4: Foundations of Blockchain – Hands-On Workshop

Resource Person

Syed Asmar Hasan

Developer Relation Manager, Vanar

Asmar is a seasoned software developer with over 5 years of experience, specializing in blockchain technology. Throughout his career, he has contributed to a wide range of Web3 projects – building decentralized applications and protocols that push the boundaries of innovation. At Vanar, Asmar leads technical integrations and provides hands-on support to teams building on the Vanar Chain, playing a pivotal role in scaling the ecosystem and accelerating network adoption.

Workshop 5: Ethical Hacking & Resilient Defense

Resource Persons

Mujtaba Rehman

Lead Managed Defense Analyst, Evoionos LLC

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Shariq Malik

Technical Lead @ Wipro Arabia | OSC

Mujtaba is a cybersecurity professional with extensive experience in cyber defense operations, incident response, and threat intelligence. He has led defense strategies against advanced persistent threats and sophisticated cyberattacks, conducted red and blue team exercises, and strengthened organizational security posture across on-premise and cloud environments. Skilled in digital forensics, threat hunting, and proactive intelligence analysis, leveraging frameworks such as NIST, SANS, and MITRE ATT&CK to enhance detection, response, and mitigation efforts.

Shariq is a Cybersecurity Professional with 8+ years of experience in Penetration Testing, Red Teaming, and Application Security. He has led offensive security projects for Fortune-500 clients and specializes in web, mobile, API, and cloud security. Shariq holds certifications including OSCP, HTB Pro Labs (Offshore), and PT1, and has earned multiple national awards in cybersecurity competitions.

Workshop 6: The API Starter Lab – From Classroom to Code!

Resource Person

Zafeer Ahmed

Consultant, Products Systems Limited

Zafeer Ahmed is a Senior .NET Developer with over five years of experience in backend development. He specializes in C#, .NET, and SQL Server, focusing on RESTful APIs, workflow automation, and data-driven solutions. Passionate about sharing real-world insights, he helps students connect classroom learning with the practical aspects of modern backend development.

Workshop 7: Research Essentials with AI

Resource Person

Dr. Sohail Khalid

Professor, Department of Computer Science, SST, UMT

Dr. Sohail Khalid is a Professor at UMT Lahore with over 15 years of experience in higher education. He has supervised over 50 undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral projects across various STEM domains. He reviews national research proposals and participates in HEC evaluations. He trains faculty and students in research design, LaTeX typesetting, and practical use of AI tools, and he regularly reviews for international venues.