Teaching Assistant - Financial Technologies (FinTech)

Graduate Course, Sharif University of Technology, 2022

Financial Technologies (FinTech) Teaching Assistant

Sharif University of Technology | Jan 2022 – Jun 2022

Course Description

Advanced course exploring the intersection of finance, technology, and machine learning. Covers blockchain, cryptocurrency, algorithmic trading, and AI applications in finance.

Responsibilities

  • Provided technical support for student projects in blockchain and machine learning
  • Facilitated blockchain implementation projects and cryptocurrency analysis
  • Supported advanced machine learning projects in financial domain
  • Troubleshooted technical issues and provided guidance on best practices
  • Ensured smooth execution of course projects and coursework

Topics Covered

  • Blockchain technology and cryptocurrency fundamentals
  • Machine learning applications in financial markets
  • Smart contracts and decentralized finance (DeFi)
  • Quantitative finance and algorithmic trading
  • Risk assessment and financial modeling

Learning Outcomes

Students developed practical skills in applying cutting-edge technologies to solve real-world financial problems and understand the technology landscape transforming the financial industry.