Sina Bolouri

Journey

A deeper timeline of work, education, projects, and growth.

More detailed than a resume or LinkedIn profile, this page maps the gradual development behind my technical work, education, awards, and long-term direction.

Milestone · 3Research · 2Project · 7Education · 7Award · 1Certificate · 15Work · 7Life · 1
2035
1 event
Milestonelong_term_plannedTBD - Present

Long-Term Vision for Research University / Research City

Future institution · Unknown

Long-term vision to build one of the world's major research-centered educational ecosystems, combining university, housing, offices, research labs, companies, and community infrastructure.

  • The envisioned institution would support talented students, researchers, and scientists with housing, work opportunities, research infrastructure, and long-term community.
  • The idea connects education, research, company creation, real estate, and public impact.
  • This is a legacy-level vision and should be presented as a long-term ambition rather than a fixed plan.
Institution BuildingResearch LeadershipEducation SystemsCompany CreationReal Estate StrategyLong-Term Vision
2032
1 event
Researchlong_term_plannedTBD - Present

Potential Neuroscience PhD

Unknown · Unknown

Long-term interest in pursuing a Neuroscience PhD after a Computer Science PhD.

  • This plan connects to interest in learning, memory, motivation, cognition, AI, and human-centered education systems.
  • The plan is highly tentative and may evolve depending on research experience.
NeuroscienceLearning ScienceCognitionMotivationResearch
2029
1 event
ProjectplannedTBD - Present

Planned Educational Build/Rebuild YouTube Channel

Self-directed · Online

Plans to start a YouTube channel explaining, building, and rebuilding complex systems from scratch, such as robot vacuums, smart glasses, IoT devices, and eventually larger systems.

  • The channel is intended to combine learning, public documentation, engineering education, product research, and brand building.
  • The user plans to start this path after monetization is more stable and possibly 1 to 2 years into the PhD period.
  • The channel may later support product companies based on improved versions of systems studied and rebuilt.
Educational ContentEngineering DesignHardware SystemsProduct ResearchPublic LearningAI Video Generation
2028
2 events
Researchplanned2028 - Present

Planned Computer Science PhD Path

University of Washington, University of Texas at Austin, or University of Colorado Boulder · Washington, Texas, or Colorado

Long-term plan to pursue a PhD in Computer Science after the planned AI master's degree, depending on research interests and admissions.

  • Potential universities currently include University of Washington, University of Texas at Austin, and University of Colorado Boulder.
  • The PhD path is connected to research, teaching, applied science roles, Axiomizer, and future company/research ecosystem goals.
Computer Science ResearchAI ResearchTeachingApplied ScienceResearch Collaboration
Milestoneplanned2028 - Present

Planned First Rental Property

Self-directed · Texas, Colorado, or Washington

Long-term financial plan to buy a first large rental property around the time of starting a PhD, with Texas as first preference, Colorado second, and Washington third.

  • The preferred property would have many rooms and potentially support room rentals, Airbnb, or a future developer/student living-work community.
  • This plan is tied to financial independence, asset building, location strategy, and future company/team-building goals.
Financial PlanningReal Estate StrategyBusiness PlanningLong-Term Asset Building
2027
1 event
Educationplanned2027 - 2028-08

Planned MS in Artificial Intelligence

University of Colorado Boulder · Online

Plans to pursue an online Master's degree in Artificial Intelligence at the University of Colorado Boulder after completing the Data Science master's program.

  • The current target is to finish in about 1.5 years, around summer 2028.
  • This degree is intended to build AI depth before a possible PhD path.
Artificial IntelligenceMachine LearningAI EngineeringResearch Preparation
2026
10 events
Milestoneplanned2026-09-26 - Present

Target Promotion to Amazon Tech II

Amazon RME · Washington, USA

Targeting promotion to Tech II after completing the Amazon RME apprenticeship path.

  • This milestone is important for income growth, resume strength, and internal mobility.
  • After this point, the user plans to more seriously explore SDE or related software roles.
MechatronicsRobotics MaintenanceReliability EngineeringCareer Growth
Educationplanned2026-09 - Present

Target Completion of MS Data Science

Illinois Institute of Technology · Online / Remote

Expected completion of the Master of Science in Data Science around September 2026 according to LinkedIn education dates.

  • This milestone supports future AI master's study, SDE transition, applied science direction, and PhD preparation.
  • It strengthens the technical foundation behind data-science and AI projects.
Data ScienceMachine LearningAIData AnalysisModel Evaluation
Awardcompleted2026-03 - Present

Received Golden Wrench Award / Tech of the Month

Amazon RME RNT9 · RNT9, Washington, USA

Received RNT9's Golden Wrench Award / Tech of the Month recognition.

  • The award reflects strong work ethic, quality, reliability, and contribution within the Amazon RME environment.
  • It is a meaningful professional milestone in the mechatronics and robotics apprenticeship path.
Reliability MaintenanceMechatronicsProfessional PerformanceTroubleshootingTeam Contribution
Certificatecompleted_or_in_progress2026-01 - 2026-05

Started Software Development Bootcamp

Springboard · Online

Started a Software Development bootcamp to strengthen web development, programming, and software career preparation.

  • Listed on LinkedIn as January 2026 to May 2026.
  • Supports portfolio web projects and the planned transition toward SDE/backend roles.
HTMLCSSJavaScriptReact.jsDocument Object Model
Projectin_progress2026 - Present

Built Simcine Semantic Movie and TV Discovery Platform

Self-directed · Online

Started building Simcine as a semantic movie and TV discovery platform focused on meaning-based recommendations instead of simple keyword similarity.

  • Uses or plans Django, Next.js, PostgreSQL, pgvector, TMDB data, semantic embeddings, title/person pages, search, filters, and recommendation features.
  • The product aims to provide a cleaner and more decision-ready alternative to cluttered movie discovery sites.
  • Simcine serves as a technical portfolio project involving backend architecture, data ingestion, semantic search, and UI/UX design.
DjangoNext.jsPostgreSQLpgvectorSemantic EmbeddingsRecommendation SystemsTMDB APIFull-Stack Development
Projectplanned_or_in_progress2026 - Present

Defined Axiomizer Interactive Research Learning Platform

Self-directed · Online

Defined Axiomizer as a platform that breaks research papers into interactive learning flows, explains why ideas matter, and turns passive reading into active learning.

  • The project is intended to include visual explanations, simulations, quizzes, and AI-assisted learning.
  • Axiomizer connects strongly to future research, teaching, PhD preparation, and public intellectual identity.
  • Long-term plans include possible subscriptions, tutorial videos, research tools, certificates, and researcher-community features.
AI Learning SystemsResearch ExplanationInteractive EducationProduct StrategyKnowledge Design
Projectplanned_or_in_progress2026 - Present

Defined Bestpicky Product Decision Platform

Self-directed · Online

Defined Bestpicky as a minimalist product decision platform using structured product data, review intelligence, value ranking, curated comparisons, and AI-guided recommendations.

  • The project is intended to help users choose products faster and with more trust.
  • Potential monetization includes affiliate links and moderate ads after traffic growth.
  • Bestpicky is currently one of the clearest early monetization paths among the web projects.
Product StrategyAffiliate MonetizationStructured DataAI RecommendationsSEOUX Design
Projectplanned2026 - Present

Designed Dataset Analyzer Case-Study Engine

Self-directed · Online

Designed the concept for a reusable data-science showcase engine where each project moves from dataset to problem definition, model design, evaluation, explanation, deployment, and user interaction.

  • The goal is to avoid building isolated dataset websites and instead create a reusable structure for deployed data-science case studies.
  • This project connects the MS Data Science program to portfolio credibility, AI education, and possible future content products.
Data ScienceMachine Learning WorkflowModel EvaluationData StorytellingDeploymentEducational Product Design
Projectin_progress2026 - Present

Built Predictive Maintenance Hardware Prototype

Self-directed · Personal hardware lab

Started building a portable predictive-maintenance system using ESP32-S3, Raspberry Pi 5, vibration sensors, temperature sensors, thermal imaging, audio sensing, local display, storage, and AI analysis concepts.

  • The system is inspired by real industrial maintenance needs from Amazon RME work.
  • Tested components include ADXL357Z, MPU6050, MLX90614, MLX90640, IIS3DWB, TFT display, microSD, and ESP32-S3 features.
  • The Raspberry Pi 5 hub is planned to support thermal streaming, real-time graphs, FFT, local web UI, and AI summarization.
ESP32-S3Raspberry PiEmbedded SystemsVibration AnalysisThermal ImagingSensor IntegrationPredictive MaintenanceIndustrial AI
Projectplanned_or_in_progress2026 - Present

Started Planning Monograph Section for Portfolio

sinabolouri.com · Online

Started planning a Monograph section under sinabolouri.com for daily micro-progress, knowledge refinement, daily logs, docs, and photography moments.

  • The Monograph section is intended to make personal progress visible and structured.
  • It supports daily reflection, project documentation, public trust, and personal growth.
  • The user wants adding daily content to be fast and efficient, especially on busy workdays.
Personal Knowledge ManagementPortfolio DesignDaily DocumentationPhotography HabitKnowledge Refinement
2025
8 events
Certificatecompleted2025-07 - Present

Earned NASM Personal Fitness Trainer Certificate

National Academy of Sports Medicine · Online

Completed NASM Personal Fitness Trainer certification.

  • Credential ID: OTEPWN8CFE8M.
  • Connects to personal development, fitness knowledge, and lifestyle systems.
Fitness TrainingExercise ScienceHealthPersonal Training
Certificatecompleted2025-05 - Present

Earned Amazon Junior Software Developer Certificate

Amazon · Online

Completed Amazon Junior Software Developer certification.

  • Credential ID: AAUC34DXW23J.
  • Supports the transition from Amazon operations/RME toward software development.
Software DevelopmentProgrammingWeb Development
Workcurrent2025-05 - Present

Started Amazon RME Mechatronics and Robotics Technician Role

Amazon RNT9 · Fife, Washington, United States

Started working in Amazon RME as a Mechatronics and Robotics Technician Apprentice at RNT9.

  • Performs preventive and predictive maintenance on robotics systems, sensors, motors, solenoids, relays, and conveyors.
  • Analyzes system performance data and identifies potential failure points.
  • Collaborates with RME teams to troubleshoot complex electrical and mechanical issues.
  • This role connects industrial automation experience with predictive maintenance, robotics, data, and AI project ideas.
MechatronicsRobotics MaintenancePredictive MaintenancePreventive MaintenanceSensorsControl SystemsConveyorsReliability Engineering
Certificatecompleted2025-02 - 2025-05

Completed IT Infrastructure Specialist Bootcamp

Training and Competitions by Correlation One · Online

Completed an IT Infrastructure Specialist bootcamp.

  • Added infrastructure and technical systems knowledge to support software, cloud, and IT foundations.
IT InfrastructureTechnical SupportSystemsTroubleshooting
2024
8 events
Workcompleted2024-12 - 2025-04

Worked at Amazon DWA9

Amazon · Sumner, Washington, United States

Worked as Logistics Associate at Amazon DWA9, supporting sorting operations, stand-up communication, and delivery performance.

  • Engaged in stand-up meetings.
  • Supported daily sorting operations to help ensure prompt delivery of customer orders.
TDRLogisticsOperationsTeam CommunicationSortation
Educationcompleted2024-05 - 2025-07

Completed MBA in Business Analytics

O.P. Jindal Global University · Online

Completed an MBA in Business Analytics, adding business, analytics, operations, product strategy, and monetization thinking to the technical roadmap.

  • Supports the business side of Bestpicky, Simcine, Axiomizer, Dataset Analyzer, and future brands.
  • Connects technical product building with market strategy and data-informed decision making.
Business AnalyticsMicrosoft OfficeRStudioAnalyticsProduct Strategy
Educationcurrent2024-04 - 2026-09

Started MS in Data Science

Illinois Institute of Technology · Online / Remote

Started a Master of Science in Data Science, supporting a transition toward AI, machine learning, backend systems, applied science, and research-oriented product building.

  • Listed on LinkedIn as April 2024 to September 2026.
  • Connects directly to Dataset Analyzer, Simcine, Bestpicky, Axiomizer, and portfolio AI systems.
Data ScienceNeural NetworksClassificationRegression AnalysisRelational DatabasesPython
2023
2 events
Certificatecompleted2023-12 - 2024-06

Completed Information Technology Bootcamp

Fullstack Academy · Online

Completed an Information Technology bootcamp covering systems, security, troubleshooting, and IT fundamentals.

  • Skills include Python OS, VAPT, network security, Windows security, Linux, incident response, troubleshooting, and log analysis.
Python OSVAPTNetwork SecurityWindows SecurityLinuxTroubleshootingIncident ResponseLog Analysis
Workcompleted2023-11 - 2024-12

Worked at Amazon DPD7

Amazon · Portland, Oregon, United States

Worked as Logistics Associate at Amazon DPD7, using productivity metrics, operational dashboards, and issue reporting to support performance and process reliability.

  • Analyzed productivity metrics from internal dashboards.
  • Reported system-level issues such as conveyor jams and scanner malfunctions.
  • Supported daily operations and KPI compliance.
Problem SolvingProductivity MetricsOperational DashboardsIssue ReportingKPI Awareness
2022
2 events
LifecompletedTBD

Minimalism, Travel, and Personal Direction Reset

Self-directed · United States

Experimented with minimalism, traveling with a backpack, biking, hotels, temporary city living, and eventually seeking work and stability.

  • This chapter helped clarify the importance of shelter, stability, purposeful work, comfort, privacy, and long-term direction.
  • It shaped later thinking about necessity-driven action, identity, routines, and the difference between survival needs and meaning-driven goals.
  • This event is public-safe if framed as a personal growth and direction-setting chapter.
Self-ReflectionAdaptabilityMinimalismPersonal SystemsDecision Making
Workcompleted2022-12 - 2023-11

Started Amazon Logistics at DUR3

Amazon · Milpitas, California, United States

Worked as Logistics Associate at Amazon DUR3, trained across induct, scan, divert, and ship dock operations.

  • Worked in a high-volume environment.
  • Supported high-value and time-sensitive shipments with process assistants and area managers.
SortationInductScanningShip DockWarehouse OperationsAdaptability
2021
1 event
Workcompleted2021-09 - 2022-09

Became Store Manager

BONTE · Shiraz, Fars Province, Iran

Moved into store management, handling inventory, operations, staff scheduling, customer service, training, promotions, and data-informed decision making.

  • Used Excel to examine sales patterns and predict inventory needs.
  • Implemented POS data tracking to guide promotions and restocking.
  • Created standard operating procedures for inventory, staff scheduling, and daily closing.
  • LinkedIn notes a reported 25% increase in customer orders after menu and order customization improvements.
Inventory ManagementTeam LeadershipBusiness PlanningLean ManagementRecruitingOperationsCustomer Service
2020
2 events
Educationin_progress_or_thesis_incomplete2020-09 - Present

Started MS in Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Shiraz University of Technology · Shiraz, Iran

Started graduate study in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, with skills connected to machine learning, Python, research, MATLAB, Simulink, LabVIEW, and signal processing.

  • LinkedIn lists the program as September 2020 to Present.
  • Based on prior context, public wording should be careful until the exact thesis/completion status is clarified.
Machine LearningPythonScientific ResearchMATLABSimulinkLabVIEWSignal Processing
Workcompleted2020-05 - 2022-09

Worked as Social Media Designer

BONTE · Shiraz, Fars Province, Iran

Worked on social media design, content calendars, brand assets, photography, menu design, label design, and social media performance analysis.

  • Created a content calendar aligned with the brand.
  • Used A/B testing on reels, carousels, and stories.
  • Designed digital assets using Canva and Adobe tools.
  • Analyzed Instagram Insights to improve content timing and format.
PhotographyLabel DesignMenu DesignSocial Media DesignContent PlanningBrand Engagement
2019
1 event
Workcompleted2019-02 - 2021-09

Worked as Barista & Shift Manager

BONTE · Shiraz, Fars Province, Iran

Worked in cafe operations as a Barista and Shift Manager, gaining experience in customer service, training, cash management, inventory, beverage development, and daily operations.

  • Oversaw cash management and end-of-shift reporting.
  • Guided junior baristas and supported peer coaching.
  • Improved drink recipes based on seasonal trends and customer preferences.
  • Used sales and waste reports to support inventory purchasing and reduce material waste.
BrewingCustomer ServiceTrainingEmployee TrainingInventoryCash ManagementRecipe Development
2018
2 events
Certificatecompleted2018-12 - 2019-09

Completed PLC Training Program

Iran Technical & Vocational Training Organization · Iran

Completed a Programmable Logic Controllers bootcamp focused on Siemens PLCs, industrial automation, copper cabling, and hardware installation.

  • Grade: 88/100.
  • This training later connected to Amazon RME, mechatronics, industrial troubleshooting, and predictive-maintenance interests.
PLC SiemensIndustrial AutomationCopper CablingHardware InstallationPLC Programming
Educationcompleted2018-07 - 2018-09

Completed Electrical and Electronics Engineering Summer School

Shiraz University of Technology · Shiraz, Iran

Completed a summer school in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, with listed skills including signal processing and AVR.

  • Early technical learning experience connected to embedded systems and electrical engineering.
Signal ProcessingAVR
2016
1 event
Educationcompleted2016-09 - 2020-07

Started and Completed BS in Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Shiraz University of Technology · Shiraz, Iran

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, building the technical foundation for later work in robotics, mechatronics, embedded systems, industrial automation, and predictive maintenance.

  • Grade: 3.56/4.
  • This period introduced technical foundations such as MATLAB, C programming, AVR, PLC programming, PCB design, and signal processing.
Electrical EngineeringElectronics EngineeringMATLABC ProgrammingAVRPLC ProgrammingPCB DesignSignal Processing