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Ridwane Aneddame

PhD Researcher — Traffic Sign Detection & Text Recognition in Arabic-Latin

About Me

I am a PhD researcher at the Faculty of Applied Sciences, Ait Melloul, specializing in Embedded Systems and Digital Services. My doctoral research focuses on Traffic Sign Detection and Text Recognition in Arabic-Latin scripts using deep learning techniques — addressing the unique challenges of multilingual road signage in North Africa and the Arab world. With over 1 year of professional experience, I combine my expertise in Artificial Intelligence, Computer Vision, IoT, and Full-Stack development to build innovative real-world solutions. From smart agriculture systems with biometric attendance to IoT-connected infrastructure monitoring, I bridge the gap between cutting-edge research and practical engineering.

Research Focus

My PhD research investigates advanced deep learning architectures for real-time detection and recognition of traffic signs containing Arabic and Latin text. This bilingual OCR challenge requires specialized models capable of handling mixed-script environments, varying fonts, weathered signs, and complex backgrounds typical of Moroccan and North African road infrastructure. The work combines state-of-the-art object detection (YOLO, Faster R-CNN) with transformer-based text recognition models to achieve robust multilingual sign understanding for autonomous driving and intelligent transportation systems.

+1 Year of Experience
3 Professional Projects
4 Academic Projects
7+ Programming Languages

Education

Present

1st Year PhD Cycle — Traffic Sign Detection & Text Recognition in Arabic-Latin

Faculty of Applied Sciences, Ait Melloul

2025

Master's in Embedded Systems & Digital Services

Faculty of Applied Sciences, Ait Melloul

2022

Professional Bachelor's in Embedded Computer Systems

Faculty of Applied Sciences, Ait Melloul

2021

University Professional Diploma in Embedded Computer Systems

Faculty of Applied Sciences, Ait Melloul

2018

Baccalaureate in Experimental Sciences – Physics Option

Lycée Qualifiant Sidi Moussa

Professional Experience

FromTelecom

Web & IoT Developer

4 months
  • Development of responsive web applications and cross-platform mobile apps for client management and internal operations
  • Design and implementation of a complete IoT system for connected water tank monitoring, including sensor integration, real-time data collection, and dashboard visualization
  • Installation and configuration of GPS tracking devices for fleet vehicles with live location monitoring and route history

Risouss Agricole

Web Developer

3 months
  • Full design and development of a professional corporate website showcasing the company profile, agricultural products, export services, and partnership opportunities
  • Complete deployment and hosting management on Namecheap servers including domain configuration, SSL certificates, and performance optimization
  • Development of an internal management platform with personnel management module and secure database system

Agriwise

Mobile Developer – Smart Attendance App

Freelance
  • Development of a full-featured Android attendance application for agricultural workers using triple biometric authentication: fingerprint scanning, NFC card reading, and AI-powered facial recognition
  • Implementation of robust local data management with SQLite database and automatic cloud synchronization via RESTful API, ensuring functionality in offline environments
  • Integration with specialized hardware including Tablette F818 (NFC reader, fingerprint sensor) and Telpo tablets with AI facial recognition capabilities
  • End-to-end security implementation with AES-256 encryption for all biometric data and automated attendance report generation

Professional Projects

AgriWise – Smart Attendance Management Solution

AgriWise is a revolutionary Android application developed to modernize the attendance system in the agricultural sector. This comprehensive solution combines the latest biometric technologies to offer precise and secure work time management. The app supports triple authentication methods — fingerprint scanning, NFC card reading, and AI-powered facial recognition — making it adaptable to various work environments, even in remote agricultural fields with limited connectivity.

  • NFC card-based instant check-in and check-out system
  • Fingerprint biometric authentication with anti-spoofing protection
  • AI-powered facial recognition technology for contactless attendance
  • Automated daily, weekly, and monthly report generation with export capabilities
  • Full offline functionality with automatic cloud synchronization when connected
  • AES-256 encryption for all biometric data ensuring maximum security
  • Compatible with Tablette F818 and Telpo industrial tablets

Risouss Agricole – Corporate Website & Management Platform

A complete digital solution developed for Risouss Agricole, a leading company in the production and export of high-quality fruits and vegetables. The project encompasses a modern corporate website showcasing the company's 12+ years of expertise across 113 hectares of production, managing 7,500 tons annually. Additionally, an internal management platform was built to streamline personnel management, inventory tracking, and operational workflows.

  • Modern responsive corporate website with SEO optimization
  • Product catalog showcasing organic peppers, zucchini, beans, and hot peppers
  • Internal personnel management module with role-based access control
  • Secure database system for inventory and production tracking
  • Mobile-responsive interface accessible across all devices
  • Hosted on dedicated server with SSL security and performance optimization

FromTelecom – IoT Tank Monitoring & GPS Fleet Tracking

An end-to-end IoT solution developed for FromTelecom to enable real-time monitoring of connected water tanks and GPS tracking for vehicle fleets. The system uses ESP32 microcontrollers and various sensors to collect data on water levels, temperature, and tank conditions, transmitting information to a centralized web dashboard. The GPS tracking module provides live vehicle location, route history, and geofencing alerts for fleet management.

  • Real-time water level monitoring with automated alerts for low/high thresholds
  • Centralized web dashboard for multi-tank visualization and analytics
  • GPS tracking with live location, route history, and geofencing capabilities
  • Mobile-friendly web application for on-the-go monitoring
  • MQTT protocol for efficient IoT data transmission
  • Automated reporting and data export functionality

Academic Projects

Traffic Sign Detection & Text Recognition in Arabic-Latin

A cutting-edge deep learning research project addressing the challenge of detecting traffic signs and recognizing bilingual text (Arabic and Latin) in real-world road environments. The system implements YOLO-based object detection for real-time sign localization combined with transformer-based OCR models specifically trained for mixed Arabic-Latin script recognition. Custom datasets were collected from Moroccan road infrastructure, featuring weathered signs, varying fonts, and complex backgrounds. The model achieves robust performance across different lighting conditions, occlusion levels, and sign degradation states, contributing to the advancement of intelligent transportation systems in multilingual regions.

Deep Learning YOLO Transformers OCR Python OpenCV Arabic NLP

Smart Farm IoT System

Development of a comprehensive IoT system for intelligent agricultural farm management. The system integrates multiple sensors (soil moisture, temperature, humidity, light) with ESP32 microcontrollers to monitor farm conditions in real-time. Data is transmitted via MQTT protocol to a central server, providing farmers with actionable insights through a web-based dashboard for irrigation scheduling, climate control, and crop health monitoring.

IoT ESP32 Python MQTT Sensors

LIDAR vs RGB Camera Trajectory Comparison

A comparative study analyzing trajectories collected from LIDAR sensors and RGB cameras with parallel processing capabilities. The project implements simultaneous data acquisition from both sensor types, applies trajectory extraction algorithms, and performs quantitative comparison of accuracy, precision, and computational cost. Parallel processing techniques are used to handle the large volumes of point cloud and image data efficiently.

LIDAR Computer Vision Parallel Processing Python Point Cloud

Gym & Training Center Management Platform

A full-stack web application for managing gym facilities and training centers. The platform handles member registration, subscription management, trainer scheduling, attendance tracking, and financial reporting. Features include a responsive dashboard for administrators, member portal for booking sessions, and automated notification system for subscription renewals and class reminders.

PHP MySQL JavaScript HTML/CSS Bootstrap

Skills

Programming & Development

C Java Python PHP JavaScript HTML/CSS Android

Databases

MySQL NoSQL

Embedded Systems

Raspberry Pi Odroid XU4 Arduino ESP32 Wemos R1 D1

AI & Deep Learning

CNN RNN Transformers YOLO OCR Data Processing

OS & Tools

Linux (Ubuntu) Windows Git

Digital Marketing

Facebook Ads Google Ads Social Media

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