Sourav Karmakar

M.Tech in CS, Indian Statistical Institute

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Python, PySpark, SQL

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Sourav Karmakar

About the Mentor

Sourav Karmakar is a Senior AI/ML Scientist with 6 years of industry experience, specializing in building intelligent, scalable solutions. Holding a Master's degree in Computer Science from the prestigious Indian Statistical Institute, Kolkata, he has a proven track record of developing and productionizing large-scale Machine Learning models at top companies like Intuit and Amazon. His expertise spans fraud detection, Generative AI, recommendation systems, and computer vision. Sourav is passionate about mentoring aspiring data scientists and has served as a guest faculty, sharing his deep knowledge of Python, ML, and real-world AI applications.

Patents

Information Retrieval from PDF Forms, Computer Vision-based Yield Prediction

Mentor in a workshop

My Approach to Mentorship

I believe the best way to learn AI is by doing. My philosophy is centered on hands-on, project-based learning where we tackle real-world problems together. My goal is to build your intuition, not just have you memorize formulas, so you can become a confident and independent problem-solver.

Project-Based Learning

We build real applications, not just run tutorials.

Intuition First

Understand the 'why' behind the math and code.

Collaborative Spirit

We are partners in your learning journey.

Career-Focused

Skills you can directly apply to land your dream job.

A Mentor You Can Trust

Committed to the highest standards of excellence and integrity.

  • Verifiable Credentials

    M.Tech from the Indian Statistical Institute and two U.S. patents, ensuring deep technical expertise.

  • Proven Student Success

    A track record of students landing roles at leading tech companies. See our testimonials for real stories.

  • Active Industry Contributor

    Currently a Senior AI Scientist at Intuit, with past roles at Amazon, Kyndryl, and Fidelity Investments.

Recognized by Industry Leaders

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Areas of Expertise

Core competencies that drive success in AI.

Large-Scale ML Systems

Developing and deploying robust models for fraud detection and traffic quality.

Generative AI & NLP

Building Gen AI solutions and models that understand and process human language.

Computer Vision

Training algorithms to interpret the visual world, including a patent in fruit yield prediction.

Advanced Python & PySpark

Leveraging Python and Spark's ecosystem for efficient, scalable AI solutions.

Career Milestones

A journey of innovation and achievement.

M. Tech in Computer Science

Indian Statistical Institute, Kolkata

Graduated with distinction, specializing in Machine Learning, AI, NLP, and Data Mining.

2019

Data Scientist

Fidelity Investments

Implemented scalable AI solutions for predictive quality control and NLP. Co-authored a patent on information retrieval.

2019

Data Scientist - II

Amazon

Developed and productionized large-scale ML models to detect fraudulent impressions and clicks in the Amazon Ads traffic quality team.

2022

Senior AI Scientist

Intuit

Leading the development of Generative AI-based solutions for Intuit's QuickBooks Online to create smart product experiences.

2025

Featured Work

Explore my projects and publications.

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Data Science Course Repository

An open-source repository for the LogicMojo Data Science course, containing code, notebooks, and learning materials.

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Research paper

Patents in AI

Authored two patents: one for a novel Information Retrieval system from PDF forms and another for Computer Vision-based fruit yield prediction.

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Personal Project Portfolio

A collection of personal projects and code samples demonstrating expertise across various domains of Data Science and AI.

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What our students are saying about Sourav Karmakar

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"Sourav's course was a game-changer. His explanations are incredibly clear, and the hands-on projects made complex topics feel intuitive. I landed my dream job at a top tech company thanks to his mentorship."

- Jane Doe, AI Engineer

Student Testimonial Video

"The personalized feedback on my capstone project was invaluable. Sourav pushed me to think critically and refine my model until it achieved state-of-the-art performance. Highly recommended!"

- John Smith, Machine Learning Scientist

Student Testimonial Video

"An amazing mentor! Sourav is not only a brilliant researcher but also a fantastic teacher who genuinely cares about his students' success. The course structure was perfect for a working professional like me."

- Priya Sharma, Data Analyst

Videos by Sourav Karmakar

Mentor Video

Deep Dive into Neural Networks

In this video, Sourav breaks down the fundamentals of neural networks, from perceptrons to deep learning architectures. A must-watch for anyone starting their journey in AI.

Blog by Sourav Karmakar

Blog Post

The Ethical Implications of AI

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Understanding Large Language Models

 Blog Post

AI in 2030: Predictions & Trends

 Blog Post

Building a Career in AI/ML

FAQs about Sourav Karmakar

What makes Sourav's teaching style unique?

Sourav focuses on project-based learning, ensuring students gain practical, hands-on experience that is directly applicable to industry roles. He emphasizes intuition over rote memorization.

What are Sourav's main areas of AI specialization?

His core specializations include Large-Scale ML Systems for fraud detection, Generative AI, Natural Language Processing (NLP), and Computer Vision.

Can I get a one-on-one consultation for my project?

Yes, Sourav offers dedicated one-on-one consultation slots. You can book one using the "Book a Session" button above.

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