Gabriele Lo Cascio

Labor improbus vincit omnia

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About

Passionate self-learner with a knack for dissecting the world around me. Constantly pushing boundaries by building projects from scratch and embracing new challenges.

  • 🧠 I'm particularly interested in AI and Machine Learning
  • 🏎 Apex Corse Team IT Member as Software Developer - Formula SAE
  • Qiskit Fall Fest 2023 Organizer
  • 👨🏻‍💻 Contributed to VivereKaffettino
  • 🎙️ I co-host the podcast Iperconnessi
  • 👨🏻‍💻 Alpine Climate Data Challenge for TELT Winner (2nd place)
  • 👨🏻‍💻 ItaDataHack24 Winner (2nd place)
  • 👨🏻‍💻 MDW Hackaton Winner (1st place)

Work Experience

Software Developer

Apex Corse

  • Deployed and managed a software license server (ANSYS, Adams Car)
  • Configured firewall and VPN access (GlobalProtect) to ensure secure remote connectivity
  • Integrated server into internal LAN with minimal latency and high availability
  • Developing a custom data logger using ESP32 & LoRa for real‑time telemetry
  • Implementing vehicle data collection and performance monitoring pipeline
  • Developed and implemented Telegram bots for automating internal processes, enhancing team efficiency

https://www.apexcorse.it/

Software Engineer & Techincal Support

Duecci Market S.R.L.S

  • Designed and implemented a Windows application for Accounting Management, result in a 30% reduction in data processing time and a 20% increase in overall efficiency
  • Developed an Android application for Invoice and Products Management, contributing to a streamlined process that increased productivity and reduced errors by 15%
  • Established a video surveillance system by configuring an NVR, enhancing security measures and reducing incidents by 30%
  • Produced impactful flyers and promotional images, leading to a 40% increase in engagement and visibility

https://www.crai-supermercati.it/punto-vendita/5693-cuor-di-crai-partanna-mondello/

Projects

Alpine Climate Change for TELT - Second Place

  • Hackaton reference here
  • Developed a custom climate model to predict environmental impacts in the Susa and Maurienne Valley through 2050/li>
  • Created comprehensive datasets combining European climate data (1980‑2024) aligned with scientific literature/li>
  • Engineered algorithms considering elevation, time trends and regional disparities/li>
  • Repository available here

Qiskit Fall Fest

  • Orchestrated the planning and execution of autonomous gatherings for Qiskit Fall Fest, a global initiative supported by IBM Quantum, enhancing teamwork skills and fostering active contributions to event strategy

https://qiskitfallfest23-unipa.github.io/

AI & Machine Learning Podcast

  • Co‑host a podcast focused on AI and Machine Learning, discussing the latest trends, research, and applications in the field
  • Interview experts to provide listeners with valuable insights and diverse perspectives on AI advancements
  • Fostered a growing community of listeners interested in AI, technology, and innovation

https://www.youtube.com/@iperconnessi

Tic-Tac-Toe Solved with Q-Learning

  • Developed a Tic-Tac-Toe AI using Q-learning to improve gameplay over episodes.
  • The computer learns optimal moves by tracking rewards and updating a Q-table with board states.
  • Utilizes Python libraries such as NumPy and Matplotlib for calculations and visualizations.
  • Implemented an epsilon-greedy strategy for balanced exploration and exploitation, with dynamic Q-value updates.
  • Saved training progress for the AI through Q-table files, allowing for resumed learning.

Brute Force a Rubik Cube

  • Developed a Python script using Pygame and OpenGL to create an interactive virtual Rubik’s Cube
  • Implemented all possible moves and camera controls, enhancing user interactivity and visualization.
  • Open‑sourced the project, encouraging contributions and further development, including potential AI integration for solving the Rubik’s Cube

https://github.com/Gabro29/Rubik

Accounting Program

Developed a desktop application for managing financial records. This project serves as a demonstration of key functionalities found in a more advanced and sophisticated software solution that I offer commercially.

https://github.com/Gabro29/Accounting

Android Application with Kivy

  • Created an app to search and categorize episodes of the Detective Conan, with custom episode descriptions and keyword‑based searches
  • Added features for generating random episodes and saving favorites, enhancing the viewing experience
  • Released the app without special permissions, making it easily accessible for users on various devices

https://github.com/Gabro29/APTX

Education

BSc student in Innovation Engineering

Università degli Studi di Palermo

  • Pursuing a comprehensive curriculum focusing on hybrid skills across Informatics, Statistics, Management, and Finance
  • Relevant coursework: Machine Learning, Operating Systems, Algorithms, Statistical Analysis, Database Systems, Internet
  • Engaged in interdisciplinary, data‑driven projects and AI innovation labs

https://unipa.it