Pursuing Ph.D. in Computer Engineering from GLS University, Ahmedabad
Qualified the state-level Post Graduate Common Entrance Test (Gujarat PGCET) conducted by the Admission Committee for Professional Courses (ACPC), Gujarat, for admission to Master of Engineering (M.E./M.Tech) programs in the year 2011.
Teaching Interests
Data Structures and Algorithms
Data Communication and Networking (Computer Networks)
Research Interests
Natural Language Processing (NLP)
Predictive Modeling
Data Visualization
Algorithm Evaluation & Validation
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Machine Learning (ML)
Data Analysis
Deep Learning
Diploma Engineering Instructor (Lecturer) for 12 years at LJ Polytechnic, LJ University, Ahmedabad
UG Instructor (Assistant Professor) for 1 Year 3 months at St. Xavier’s College (Autonomous), Ahmedabad
Teaching Since: June 09, 2025
Total Experience: 1 years and 4 months
V.A. Viji and A. Shah (2025). Predictive Modelling of COVID-19 Severity using Machine Learning Algorithms, International Journal of Innovative Research & Creative Technology, Vol. 11, pp. 1-14.
Workshops
Vadakan A. Viji, “NEP 2020 Orientation & Sensitization Programme,” Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Programme (MM-TTP) of UGC, Central University of Gujarat & Drs. Kiran and Pallavi Patel Global University, Vadodara, Aug. 18–27, 2026.
Vadakan A. Viji, “Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Program,” Online Training and Assessment Program, Indian Council for Technical Research and Development (ICTRD), India, Aug.–Sept. 2026.
Viji Vadakan, “Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Program,” Online Training and Assessment Program, Indian Council for Technical Research and Development (ICTRD), India, Aug.–Sept. 2026.
Viji Vadakan, “Understand the foundations of generative AI for business leaders,” Microsoft and LinkedIn Learning, May 7, 2026.
Viji Vadakan, “Practical Cisco Networking Labs in Cisco Packet Tracer,” 12-Hour Online Course, Udemy, Mar. 2, 2024.
Viji Vadakan, “Data Structures in C,” Online Course, University of Michigan via Coursera, Mar. 11, 2024.
Viji Vadakan, “Getting Started with Git and GitHub,” Online Course, IBM via Coursera, Mar. 19, 2024.
Viji A. Vadakan, “Teacher Support Programme for Cambridge English Exams,” Cambridge University Press India, L.J. University, Ahmedabad, Dec. 19, 2016.
Viji A. Vadakan, “Teacher Support Programme for Cambridge English: Business Certificate (BEC),” Cambridge University Press India, L.J. University, Ahmedabad, Dec. 8–9, 2016.
Conferences
Vadakan A. Viji, Chopade. M., & Dr. David Roy SJ, (2026, June 12–13). Deep Learning for Workplace Safety Compliance: A Multi-Modal Survey [Oral Presentation]. International Conference on Recent Advances in Engineering and Technology (ICRAET-2026), LJ University, Ahmedabad, India.
Seminars
Viji A. Vadakan, “Online Webinar on ‘AI and Synthetic Intelligence Tools for Modern Educators’,” TEERTH Initiative, Knowledge Consortium of Gujarat (KCG), Education Department, Government of Gujarat, May 30, 2026.
Viji A. Vadakan, “Faculty AI Awareness Initiative (Exposure to AI for Faculty: Preparing Students for the AI Era),” MindMatrix in collaboration with Gujarat Technological University (GTU Skills), June 5, 2026.
Viji A. Vadakan, “One Day International Seminar on ‘Shaping the Future of Engineering with Artificial Intelligence’,” GTU – Institute of Technology & Research (ITR), Mehsana Campus, Nov. 19, 2025.
Workshops / Courses / Webinars
Microsoft: Microsoft Power BI Workshop on “Create a Dashboard with Power BI” (November, 2025)
GTU – ITR: International Seminar on “Shaping the future of engineering using Artificial Intelligence” (November, 2025)
Intel and Digital India: Course on “AI for ALL Program – AI Appreciate and AI Aware” (July, 2025)
Knowledge Consortium of Gujarat, Education Department, Government of India: Webinar on “Practising Theories of Psychology in Classroom” (April, 2025)
IBM Coursera Course: Online course on “Getting Started with Git and GitHub” (March, 2025)
University of Michigan Coursera Course: Online course on “Data Structures in C” (March, 2025)
Knowledge Consortium of Gujarat, Education Department, Government of India: Webinar on “Positive Attitude for Professional Excellence” (October, 2024)
Hackathon: Certificate of Appreciation as Hackathon Academic Mentor in Grand Finale of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav Hackathon – conducted by Student Start-up and Innovation Policy (SSIP) & Gujarat Knowledge Society (2023)
Hackathon: Certificate of Appreciation as Hackathon Academic Mentor in Regional Round of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav Hackathon – conducted by Student Start-up and Innovation Policy (SSIP) & Gujarat Knowledge Society (2022)
Knowledge Consortium of Gujarat, Education Department, Government of India: Online webinar on “Education with AI Tools” (May, 2022)
UAL Creative Computing Institute and Institute of Coding: Course on “Introduction to Creative AI” (May, 2020)
ALISON Online Certificate Courses: Course on “Introduction to Visual Basic” (April, 2020)
Cambridge: Cambridge University Press Certificate for Cambridge English (BEC) (December, 2016)
Cambridge: Cambridge University Press Certificate of Teacher Support Program for Cambridge English Exams (December, 2016)
Honors & Awards
Best Lecturer Award in Computer Engineering and Information Technology Department at LJ University (2022–23)
Honourable Mention in “Delhi Poetry Slam” in free verse poetry contest (2017)
Participated and qualified as Faculty Team Participant at AI Hackathon 2025 challenge held at LJ University (Created Exam Scheduling System using Python and AI Tools)
Activities
ECC Committee: Internal judge for Debate event at Culfest 2025.
IQAC and HR Department: Faculty Development Program on “Building an Emotionally Supportive Campus, Faculty Perspectives and Practices”, participated as a convener.
