Meelod Waheed

Meelod is a talented software engineer with a strong background in web development, machine learning, and decentralized finance. He currently applies his skills at Nascent, focusing on building tools within the DeFi space. His diverse experience includes developing interactive simulation models for NASA, contributing to an open-source program for chemical kinetics at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, and building an online platform for food donation at The Farmlink Project. cookealumni+1

Meelod is a driven first-generation Afghan-American and an alumnus of the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation's Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship program. He successfully transferred from Northern Virginia Community College, where he graduated with an Associate's Degree in Computer Science and served as president of five clubs, to Pomona College, where he earned a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science. His journey highlights resilience and a commitment to leveraging educational opportunities. cookealumni+4

Beyond his professional and academic pursuits, Meelod has demonstrated an entrepreneurial spirit as a Co-Founder of both 'Stealth' and 'The Caring Consultants', where he led web development and design efforts. He also has a notable personal project, 'Drum Beat VR', an immersive virtual reality drumming game, showcasing his passion for technology and interactive experiences. pangea+1