Danial Barazandeh
Computer Science Researcher & Full-Stack Developer
📍 Bremen, Germany |✉️ barazand @ uni – bremen . de
🌐 https://danialbarazandeh.de/ | GitHub

Profile Summary

Computer science researcher and full-stack developer specializing in computer graphics, machine learning, and generative models. Experienced in both academic research and large-scale software development, with a strong record of teaching, publications, and real-world applications. Passionate about building interpretable and high-performance AI systems.

Education

PhD Candidate in Computer Science — University of Bremen, Germany (2024–2028, expected)
Research focus: Computer Graphics and Virtual Reality (Generative Models, Diffusion Systems, AI in 3D Environments)

MSc in Artificial Intelligence and Robotics — Islamic Azad University, Lahijan Branch, Iran (2018–2020)
Thesis: Computer Vision and Machine Learning for Image Segmentation and Classification

Publications

  • Earthbender: An Interactive System for Stylistic Heightmap Generation using a Guided Diffusion Model — MIG 2025 (ACM SIGGRAPH Motion, Interaction, and Games), Zurich

  • A Novel Fuzzy-C Means Image Segmentation Model for MRI Brain Tumor Diagnosis — Journal of Advances in Computer Engineering and Technology (JACET), Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020

Work Experience

PhD Researcher — University of Bremen (2024–Present)

  • Conduct research on computer graphics, machine learning, and generative models.

  • Supervise bachelor’s and master’s students in the Computer Graphics Research Group.

  • Develop tools for visualizing and explaining AI-driven 3D model generation.

Programming Instructor — Daneh Academy (2023–2024)

  • Taught courses in web and mobile development, covering React, Flutter, Django, and Kotlin.

  • Created over 30 tutorials and coding sessions popular among students worldwide.

  • Mentored students in project-based learning and technical problem-solving.

Freelance Full-Stack Developer (2018–Present)

  • Designed and deployed cross-platform web and mobile apps for clients in Germany, Saudi Arabia, Canada, and Iran.

  • Built several indie games and utility applications with Flutter, React Native, and Unreal Engine.

  • Integrated cloud infrastructure and backend APIs with Laravel, Django, and Next.js.

Full-Stack Developer — 118 Advertisement (2020–2022)

  • Led development of a mobile and web advertising platform using Kotlin (Android) and headless WordPress backend.

  • Implemented scalable REST APIs and analytics dashboards for ad campaign monitoring.

Full-Stack Developer — Fartak Advertisement (2018–2020)

  • Developed multi-vendor e-commerce applications with Flutter, React Native, and Laravel.

  • Created personalized ad recommendation systems using machine learning.

  • Delivered cross-platform solutions improving ad engagement by an estimated 25%.

Selected Projects

Earthbender — Heightmap Generation via Diffusion Models
https://danial-barazandeh.github.io/Earthbender/
Developed a diffusion-based model for stylistic terrain synthesis using PyTorch and ControlNet.

Forensic Face Generator — Conditional Generative Model
https://danial-barazandeh.github.io/ControlNetFaceGenerator/
Implemented a ControlNet-based facial generator combining CLIP encoders for identity conditioning.

Daneh CMS — Content Management System
https://github.com/danial-barazandeh/Daneh
Built a Laravel-based CMS with a modular back-end and a responsive admin panel.

Technical Skills

Programming: C++, Python, Dart, Java, Kotlin, JavaScript, PHP
AI & ML: PyTorch, TensorFlow, Generative Models, Computer Vision, Data Analysis
Web Development: React, Vue.js, Next.js, Svelte, Laravel, Django, Headless WordPress
Mobile Development: Flutter, React Native, Android (Java/Kotlin)
Game & VR Development: Unity, Unreal Engine, Computer Graphics Systems
Databases & Cloud: MySQL, PostgreSQL, Firebase, Linux Servers, VPS Deployment, Cloud Computing
Tools: Git, GitHub, Figma, Photoshop, Google Docs, Office Suite

Soft Skills

Problem-Solving | Team Leadership | Research Mentorship | Time Management | Communication | Negotiation | Work Ethic | Ambition

Volunteer Work

Founder — Guilan Environmental NGO
Created a non-profit focused on environmental education and forest conservation (Hirkani forest, Iran).

Languages

English — Advanced (C1)
Farsi — Native
German — Basic (A2)