Maiss Khalaf | Portfolio

About Me

Hi, I'm Maiss Khalaf, a Computer Science student at King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals with a concentration in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. I enjoy combining programming, analytical thinking, and user-focused design to build efficient, reliable, and practical software solutions.

Education

Academic foundation in computer science, intelligent systems, and secure web development.

B.S. in Computer Science

King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals | Dhahran, Saudi Arabia

Aug 2023 - June 2028

CGPA: 3.75 / 4.00; Major GPA: 3.80 / 4.00
Concentration: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
Dean's Honor List: Recognized for Academic Excellence during 2024-2025

Major and Related Courses

Web Engineering & Development

Designed and developed an exam scheduling system for KFUPM faculty, replacing manual booking with a streamlined web-based solution that improved efficiency.

Information Security

Identified and fixed security vulnerabilities in an AWS serverless app (OWASP DVSA), applying principles like least privilege and secure validation.

Experience

Experience across student-led initiatives, event web development, and academic mentoring.

Content and Media

TechHub | Dhahran, Saudi Arabia

September 2024 - Present

Contributed to a student-led initiative focused on building impactful events for tech students, helping organize speaker sessions featuring CEOs and industry leaders, attracting 800+ attendees.

Web Developer

Gaming+ | Dhahran, Saudi Arabia

September 2025 - January 2026

Worked alongside a web development team to design and develop a website for a student-led event, supporting 10,000+ visitors.

English Tutor

King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals | Dhahran, Saudi Arabia

2024

Met regularly with freshman students to provide guidance and feedback on argumentative essays and academic writing.

Projects

Browse my featured projects.

Library Management System (Python)

A Python-based application that manages library operations, including adding, removing, searching, and issuing books. Built with object-oriented design to keep records organized and workflows efficient.

Preview of the Midterm Exam Scheduling System project

Midterm Exam Scheduling System - KFUPM

A scheduling system that automates midterm exam timetables, minimizes student conflicts, and optimizes room allocations based on course and instructor constraints.

Preview of the DVSA Vulnerability Discovery and Remediation project

DVSA Vulnerability Discovery and Remediation (ICS-344)

A security-focused application analysis project centered on identifying, analyzing, and fixing vulnerabilities in a serverless cloud system. It emphasizes secure design practices to improve the reliability and safety of the application.

GitHub Repositories

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Achievements

1st Place - Great Debate Competition (KFUPM Business School).
Dean's Honor List for terms 241, 242, and 252.
Ranked Top 50 out of 1888+ teams, Aramco Consulting Championship.

Contact

If you would like to connect about opportunities or collaborations, feel free to send a message.

Name: Maiss Khalaf

Email: maiss.a.khalaf704@gmail.com