Hello, I'm Blagoj Delipetrev
Welcome to my personal website.
With two doctorates in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and cloud computing, I've amassed a wealth of expertise spanning from scientific project management at the European Commission's Joint Research Centre to serving as the CEO/CTO of Bitt Solutions, a company I founded in 2015. Recently achieving tenure as a full professor in computer science, I've skillfully navigated through public, private, and academic sectors, specializing in contract negotiations, project management, stakeholder relationships, team building, and solution implementation.
Current Interest
AI, Large Language Models, GPT4
I am deeply fascinated by the latest breakthroughs in Artificial Intelligence, particularly large language models like ChatGPT. The rapid progress in this domain is truly amazing. I am thrilled to be part of this dynamic landscape, and I look forward to creating a positive impact through my work in AI.
Featured Talks
AI for good "Geospatial Frontiers: Navigating the Future with Generative AI and Foundational Models"
EOcafe session "The Impact of AI on the EO Sector"
AI Now overview of state of AI, generative AI, issues, economy and EU regulatory framework
GPT for policymakers course
Introduction
GPT4 Summarization.
Work Experience
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2017 - 2023. Artificial Inteligence researcher @ European Commission Joint Research Centre
I've held pivotal roles in several projects aimed at facilitating the development and implementation of AI, data, and technology strategies including AI WATCH project (2018 - 2022), Destination Earth initiative and ENABLED project. These roles encompassed strategic planning, stakeholder negotiation, technical task implementation, and project management. I've co-authored over 20 publications, further representing the European Commission at various public events.
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2015 - Funder @ Bitt Solutions
As the CEO and CTO of BITT Solutions, an AI consulting and outsourcing firm, I led the development and execution of key AI projects, including optimizing call center algorithms, AI-powered real estate lead generation, and machine learning solutions for cloud pricing. This involved frequently managing multiple remote teams serving clients mainly from the United States.
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2015 - 2017. Management board member @ Marnet
In my position, I was responsible for shaping the overall strategy, vision, values, and objectives of the institution. My work focused on promoting and disseminating the use of information and communication technologies, particularly within the academic and research sectors. I played a pivotal role in developing policies to establish a Marnet national academic network, and managed the institution's finances effectively.
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2003 - 2017. Computer Science professor @ University Goce Delcev
My academic career began as a Teaching Assistant in 2003, progressing through ranks to become a Senior Assistant and then Assistant Professor by 2011. I attained the position of Associate Professor in 2015, along with the election as Vice-Dean. The year 2021 marked my promotion to Professor of Computer Science. My teaching experience covers a variety of subjects, including Advanced Algorithms, Machine Learning, Distributed Computer Systems, Algorithms and Data Structures, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Additionally, I've being a mentor to numerous Master's and PhD students. Over this period, I've published more than 50 scientific papers and served as a reviewer for multiple international journals. I had active involvement in various national and international projects and activities.
Education
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2010 - 2016 PhD in Computer Science @ TU Delft, the Netherlands
Research field: Machine learning, AI, optimization algorithms, reinforcement learning
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2007 - 2011 PhD in Computer Science @ University Ss Cyril and Methodius Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Information Technologies
Research field in Cloud computing, service-oriented architecture (SOA).
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2004 - 2007 M.Sc. in Computer Science @ University Ss Cyril and Methodius Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Information Technologies
Research field in web GIS, spatial data infrastructure (SDI).
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1998 - 2003 B.Sc. in Computer Science @ University Ss Cyril and Methodius Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Information Technologies
Department of computer technologies, informatics, and automatics.
Achievements
- 2017 - 2013 First Macedonian to be employed as Contract Agent for the European Commission Joint Research Centre (among 3500 employees).
- 2018 40 under 40, United Macedonian Diaspora.
- 2010 - 2014 Among the first recipients from Macedonia of the PhD Fellowship from the Netherlands government.
- 22012-2013;2013-2014 Two times grant receiver from Open Society Scholarship Programs Global Supplementary Grant.
- 2008 HYDROAID Fellowship from Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
- 2003 Ranked among the best students in my generation with all top grades in the last year.
Selected Policy Publications
