Projects

Project 4.0 is one of the largest and most ambitious projects I’ve undertaken. Our team, named Verax, aimed to resolve the charging station issues at Corda Campus, Elision. We developed a centralized system to manage all charging stations and parking spaces seamlessly.

With a vision for a future where electric charging is effortless and stress-free, I took charge of the Artificial Intelligence component. To address issues from sunlight and misaligned cameras, I applied various augmentation techniques, such as cropping, brightness adjustment, and rotation. Ultimately, we implemented a deep learning model that robustly identifies parking spaces regardless of camera position.

Verax is more than just a charging station reservation system; it’s a tool that enhances workplace collaboration around electric charging. I’m incredibly proud of what we designed, and I look forward to continuing this work. Thanks to Thomas More, I’ve gained invaluable insights into AI and teamwork in a professional setting.

Airbnb Smart Rate Insights is a powerful tool designed to help hosts optimize their pricing strategies. Created using Qlik Sense, it analyzes local market trends, seasonal demand, and historical data to provide dynamic pricing recommendations. This project also includes a website that seamlessly embeds all the insights and visualizations, making it easy for hosts to access and use the data. By leveraging these insights, hosts can maximize their revenue and stay competitive in the short-term rental market.

Working on this project taught me a lot about data analytics, visualization, and web integration, significantly enhancing my technical and problem-solving skills.

In this project, I utilized AI and machine learning techniques to enhance the capabilities of a self-driving car within a simulation game, showcasing the potential of autonomous vehicle technology. I implemented sophisticated self-driving algorithms that enabled the car to navigate the game environment autonomously and efficiently avoid obstacles.

For more detailed information, you can download the full report below.

PHP Project

Staff management system with Laravel

• PHP Course
• Teamwork, HTML, PHP, database management and JS

From the beginning, our project has been centered around our client, Laurien. We started by actively listening to her needs and aspirations to create the ideal web application she envisions. Laurien’s primary requirement was a unified system to manage all her information efficiently.
Collaboratively, we decided on blue as the main color theme for the application, as it represents cleanliness and stability, and we all agreed it enhances the overall aesthetic appeal.
To ensure robust user support, we implemented a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) section along with comprehensive tutorials. These tutorials are particularly beneficial for elderly users due to their clarity and ease of maintenance.
Simplicity was key in designing the navigation bar. We opted for a straightforward design with minimal drop-down menus, ensuring that essential pages are easily accessible. Less frequently used features, such as “update profile,” can be conveniently accessed by clicking on the avatar in the top right corner.
Ultimately, this project significantly streamlines tasks for the end user, saving them considerable time. While it has been challenging, building on the foundations of the PHP course from semester one, it has been incredibly rewarding to witness the project’s progress from inception to its current state.

This was a very interesting project. In a group of three, our goal was to invent a product or service that would significantly improve people’s lives. We developed “BeFree,” a revolutionary platform that transcends traditional social media to become the new standard for personalized news. Local companies can advertise, while individuals receive tailored news updates.

Here’s why BeFree stands out:

Free and Inclusive Service:
BeFree is completely free for regular users. They can access all content, interact with others, and utilize all user-specific features without any cost. Our revenue model is based on advertising fees paid by companies, which allows us to keep the service free for users.

Support for Local Businesses:
We focus on providing an affordable advertising platform for smaller local businesses, ensuring they aren’t overshadowed by larger corporations. This support promotes local economic development, reduces transportation emissions, and creates more employment opportunities. By integrating the Sustainable Development Goals into our mission, we aim to foster a better, more sustainable future.

Simplified Advertising:
Local businesses can easily create a profile with their name and logo and subscribe to a paid tier, enabling automatic advertisements targeted at interested customers. This eliminates the need for expensive ad creation, making it accessible for all businesses.

Verified Profiles for Larger Companies:
Major companies like HLN and Apple can create verified profiles with a “large company” badge. This allows them to inform users about important updates and changes. This feature helps differentiate BeFree from other platforms, ensuring users receive reliable and important news, not fake news or trivial posts.

Custom Article Designer:
BeFree offers a unique custom article designer for creating engaging posts with attractive layouts. Unlike Instagram, which offers reels, normal posts, videos, and stories—often leading to complexity—BeFree keeps it simple. Verified companies and trusted users can create custom pages and articles, filtering out irrelevant content and emphasizing quality information.

A New Social Media Paradigm:
BeFree merges the best elements of Instagram and Twitter by allowing verified users to create custom pages and articles, fostering a community centered on valuable information and local support.

The Vision:
Our vision for BeFree is to create a simple, efficient social media platform that truly serves its users. We aim to support people, local businesses, and companies, realizing the original purpose of social media—connecting and empowering communities.

In this course I learned so much about other cultures. From the first lesson when we were creating a world map in the hallway till the last lesson. It was really nice to meet new people from around the world and communicate with them. Overall great experience!

This was a very intresting project, it really gave me some basic insights in what .NET actually is. Sometimes it was very challenging because I tried it the hard way and didn’t use dotnet3.1 like they used in the tutorial. I just challenged myself and tried it with the newest .net so I needed to merge some files later on. That was so difficult because there was no tutorial or any information online about it. So I just tried everything and used my brain until it worked. Overall very nice, learn full and challenging project.

This project already prepared me for the course UML in the second semester. This way I already had some experience with databases.

This project was both challenging and educational. I worked with Kubernetes to create a reliable, versatile system. Despite many errors, I gained a deep understanding of Kubernetes and its applications.
Running Kubernetes locally, which is typically used on external Linux servers, presented unique challenges. I successfully created and deployed an image to Docker Hub and ran it in Kubernetes. The NGINX server is running successfully, and MariaDB was operational until load balancing caused the pods to crash due to a time/region issue. This project taught me how to load balance a stack, work with Prometheus, and handle various components. While integrating them remains a challenge, I now have the skills to do so. This was an interesting and demanding project that I thoroughly enjoyed.
For more detailed information, you can download the full reports for both Milestone 1 and Milestone 2:

My PowerShell project focuses on automation and reporting. It includes various tests. Check out the detailed video for more information. Please note: the video is in Dutch.

In my smart home project, I installed Homebridge to integrate various smart devices with Apple HomeKit, enhancing home automation and control. You can watch the detailed project video for more information. Please note that the video is in Dutch.

I built an IoT aquarium that connects to Apple HomeKit, allowing for seamless smart home integration. This project involved designing and implementing a system to monitor and control the aquarium’s environment remotely. You can watch the detailed project video and read the full report for more information. Please note that both the video and the report are in Dutch.

My orientation project explores the capabilities of Google Teachable Machine. This innovative tool allows for the creation of machine learning models without the need for extensive coding knowledge. Check out the video for a brief overview of the project. Please note: the video is in Dutch.

My Linux project focuses on using Fedora to create a shared gaming experience. In this project, I discuss various aspects including setting up directories, creating Bash scripts, and implementing components like VPN testing, NFS server, and Tetris server. Watch the video for an explanation of the project. Please note: the video is in Dutch.

My IT Essentials project delves into creating a weather station using ESP32 microcontroller. This project involves setting up sensors to collect weather data and transmitting it to the ESP32, which then processes and displays the information. Watch the video for a detailed explanation of the project or download the report. Please note: the video is in Dutch.

A smart home, or ‘slim huis’ in Dutch, represents the house of the future, where all devices are interconnected and can communicate with each other at all times. This not only enhances user comfort but also reduces energy costs by allowing devices to power down during peak hours.

Cameras can monitor your home, while lighting can be alternated to create the appearance of occupancy. Televisions, security systems, gaming consoles, lighting, heating, air conditioning, and audio systems form an ecosystem where everything works in harmony.
Lights turn on automatically with motion sensors, and blinds open automatically when you wake up. The possibilities are endless!
I would greatly appreciate it if smart home technology in the future could be fully controlled by projects like Matter and protocols such as Thread. This would make everything much easier and more manageable. In this video, I discuss all the benefits, drawbacks, solutions, and protocols. Enjoy!

The Arduino Drone Project, my GIP during middle school, combines educational rigor with immense fun and holds a special place in my heart. This project sparked my passion for technology and laid the foundation for my future in engineering and programming.
The goal was to design and build a functional drone from scratch using an Arduino microcontroller. Integrating gyroscopes, accelerometers, and a robust propulsion system, I ensured precise control and stability. Overcoming challenges like optimizing flight stability and battery life taught me invaluable lessons in problem-solving and innovation.
The accompanying video, in Dutch, beautifully captures the essence of this journey.