Zabihullah (Zabih) Danesh
Teacher, IT Specialist, Translator and Interpreter
Denver,CO
Summary
Seasoned multilingual professional with a robust background in computer engineering, computer science, and educational technology, leveraging a unique blend of technical expertise and linguistic fluency to foster cross-cultural communication and knowledge exchange. Demonstrates a steadfast commitment to delivering precision in translation and interpretation, complemented by a disciplined work ethic and empathetic understanding of diverse perspectives.
Experienced IT and Desktop support specialist with a work history setting up, repairing, and configuring IT equipment. Technology-inclined professional possesses strong troubleshooting capabilities and a customer-oriented attitude. Experienced in providing hardware and software support to users and developing and implementing technical solutions. Adept at analyzing system performance and security to drive optimal user experience. A hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills ready to help the team achieve company goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
1
1
Language
Work History
Translator and Interpreter
Erfan, Darian, Shahr, Parsis
12.2021 - 12.2022
- Leveraged exceptional organizational skills to translate and interpret official documents, agreements, titles, etc with high computer and IT knowledge and skills with enthusiasm and motivation for translation from English to Farsi / Dari, Pashto, and Turkish and vice versa.
- Demonstrated proficiency in multiple written and spoken languages.
- Simultaneous interpretation of multiple languages online and in person to help both parties conduct education, and business, to handle medical needs or manage personal concerns.
- Applied cultural understanding to discern specific meanings beyond literal written words.
- Used translation software to verify complex terms and expedite the communication process.
Software Tester
Khorshidnesan
07.2022 - 11.2022
- Collaborated with QA team to test software quality through manual and automated testing.
- Collaborated with product owners to stay current on intended functionality.
- Used analyzers, multimeters and power supplies to conduct diagnostic procedures.
- Optimized test cases to maximize success of manual software testing.
- Defined and identified test cases for new application development.
- Created successful test scripts to manage automated feature testing,
- Assessed software bugs and compiled findings along with suggested resolutions for development team members.
- Wrote automated test suite for product and provided test coverage analysis.
- Verified acceptance by developing and implementing automated and manual application features and regression tests.
- Carried out tests to identify, report and repair bugs and glitches.
- Documented testing procedures for developers and future testing use.
- Operated under Agile and Scrum frameworks to complete releases and well-organized sprints.
Assoc. Professor of Computer Science & Translator
Kabul Polytechnic University
08.2013 - 08.2021
- Taught and Lectured Computer Fundamentals, Discrete Mathematics, Programming Languages (C, C++, C#, and Python), Algorithms and Data Structures, Digital Principles, Graph theory and algorithms, and Computer Graphics.
- Cultivated a thorough discipline in teaching, underpinned by a commitment to lifelong learning and academic excellence.
- Translated complex academic texts (books, papers, chapters, and etc) from English to local language (Farsi / Dari) in computer science, contributing to the scholarly advancement of students.
- As a faculty board member fostered academic growth through active participation in research and development projects, utilizing a detail-oriented and methodical approach.
- Helped students to develop and demonstrate broad, integrative, and specialized knowledge, essential habits of mind, communicative fluency, and effective problem-solving skills.
- Developed diversified course curriculum to meet regulatory standards and support learning objectives.
- Researched and selected course texts and supplemental learning materials.
Rector and Professor
Ghazni Technical University
10.2014 - 06.2021
- Established and led a new and young Higher Education Institution (Ghazni Technical University) in one of the most insecure provinces Ghazni, Afghanistan.
- Established a safe and peaceful educational environment for women and men.
- Build the best educational infrastructure at the local and national level.
- Developed and defined educational policy with a clear and up-to-date vision, mission, objectives, and goals for the first time at the local level.
- Implemented OBE/SCL-based education at the institutional level for the first time.
- Sent tens of top teachers and studnets abroad to scholarship programs.
- Attended International and national conferences, seminars, and workshops.
- Honored with more than 50 appreciation letters and rewards from the minister of higher education, provincial governor, social, educational and cultural organizations, schools, parents and students.
- Worked with many public and private organizations and institutions at local and national levels for collaborative educational improvement.
- Signed MOUs with national and international organizations and higher educational institutions.
- Established and Equipped new laboratories (Computer LAB, Chemistry LAB, Electro-Mechanic LAB, Photovoltaic LAB, Geology and Mining LAB).
- Encouraged, straggled, campaigned, and advocated for women's and men's education while I was threatened by terroristic and fanatic groups and my life was in danger.
- Implemented capacity-building projects to empower the capacity of teachers, staff, and students.
- Created a dynamic learning environment that valued instructor and student interaction.
- Provided the best learning environment for more than 3000 students in Ghazni, the most insecure province.
- Developed a diversified course curriculum to meet regulatory standards and support learning objectives.
- Contributed to planning appropriate and engaging lessons for both classroom and distance learning applications.
- Developed semester outlines and instructional plans for each class session to comply with stated course objectives.
- Created syllabus and instructional plans for each class session in accord with stated course objectives.
Senior IT Specialist
Kabul Polytechnic University
12.2008 - 07.2010
- Installed and configured new devices and system components.
- Coordinated installation of new users and relocations of existing users.
- Diagnosed and resolved complex integrated customer issues for implementation, add-on, maintenance and support of voice, data, VoIP, and CTI applications.
- Responded to service requests during and after business hours.
- Collaborated with other technicians to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.
- Implemented training programs to improve knowledge and skills of new technicians.
- Managed and prioritized customer service requests to achieve prompt resolution.
- Installed and configured operating systems and applications.
- Installed, configured and maintained computer systems and network connections.
- Generated reports to track performance and analyze trends.
- Removed malware, ransomware, and other threats from laptops and desktop systems.
- Created user accounts and assigned permissions.
- Diagnosed and troubleshot hardware, software and network issues.
- Configured and tested new software and hardware.
- Offered assistance in implementing and developing training programs.
- Configured hardware, devices, and software to set up work stations for employees.
Computer Support Specialist and Teacher
Marefat High School
12.2006 - 12.2008
- Maintained documentation and resources regarding problem resolution for reference in future instances.
- Stayed up to date on software and hardware updates to optimize efficiency and productivity for management of clients.
- Monitored hardware, software, and peripheral performance against organizational expectations.
- Researched and identified solutions to technical problems.
- Offered assistance in implementing and developing training programs.
- Diagnosed and troubleshot hardware, software and network issues.
- Created user accounts and assigned permissions.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Improved students' analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.
Education
Partial Doctoral Studies - Educational Technology
Central China Normal University
09.2021
Master of Science - Computer Engineering
Ankara University
07.2013
C1 Level Certificate - Turkısh Language
Ankara University
07.2011
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Kabul University
12.2007
Skills
- Multilingual translation and interpretation
- Teaching, Training, and mentoring
- MS Office, MS Office 365
- C, C, C#, Python
- LaTex
- Agile, Scrum
- HTML, Java Script, CSS, and PHP
- Open source tools, Graphic tools
- Software Tester
- Application support Windows, Linux, Android, and iOS
- System Administration
- Installing equipment
- Troubleshooting and repair
- Installation and maintenance
- Network configuration
Accomplishments
- Achieved appreciation letters through effectively helping with teachers and students.
Affiliations
Optimistic Club of Monaco South, Optimist International, Humanity, and peace
Certification
CCNA1-4 certifications, Teacher training certificate
Additional Information
Poet, writer, editor, social and cultural activist for democracy and humanity, and educational campaigner for women and men.
Languages
Persian
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Turkish
Full Professional
Interests
Health, Blessing, and Prosperity
Timeline
Software Tester
Khorshidnesan
07.2022 - 11.2022
Translator and Interpreter
Erfan, Darian, Shahr, Parsis
12.2021 - 12.2022
Rector and Professor
Ghazni Technical University
10.2014 - 06.2021
Assoc. Professor of Computer Science & Translator
Kabul Polytechnic University
08.2013 - 08.2021
Senior IT Specialist
Kabul Polytechnic University
12.2008 - 07.2010
Computer Support Specialist and Teacher
Marefat High School
12.2006 - 12.2008
Partial Doctoral Studies - Educational Technology
Central China Normal University
Master of Science - Computer Engineering
Ankara University
C1 Level Certificate - Turkısh Language
Ankara University
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Kabul University
CCNA1-4 certifications, Teacher training certificate
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