Dr. Shakkeera L is currently serving as a Professor & Associate Dean at the Presidency School of Computer Science and Engineering, Presidency University, Bengaluru. With over 21 years of academic and research experience, she has made a significant impact on engineering education through her leadership roles and contributions at various reputed institutions and universities across India. Throughout her illustrious academic career, she has authored more than 140 research publications in refereed international and national journals, conferences and patents. Dr. Shakkeera is actively involved in academic publishing and serves as a peer reviewer for several prestigious SCI and Scopus-indexed journals. She has completed certifications in Entrepreneurship from the Wadhwani Foundation’s National Entrepreneurship Network (NEN) and has been conferred the title of Certified Chief Innovation Officer by Rocheston Distinguished. Additionally, she serves as an Innovation & Incubation Cell Ambassador for the Ministry of Education’s Innovation Cell (MIC), Government of India. Her notable industry-academia collaborations include conducting training sessions for WASE (Wipro Academy of Software Excellence) and Virtusa Pvt. Ltd., under the Work Integrated Learning Programs Division (WILPD) in collaboration with BITS, Pilani.Dr. Sharmasth Vali Y is currently serving as an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the School of Engineering, Presidency University, Bangalore. With over 18 years of academic and research experience, he has contributed significantly to the field of engineering education through his roles in premier institutions and universities across India. Throughout his academic career, Dr. Vali has demonstrated a strong commitment to teaching, research, and institutional development. He has published over hundred plus research papers in reputed international journals and conferences, reflecting the depth and diversity of his scholarly interests. In addition, he holds multiple patents, underscoring his contributions to innovation and applied research. actively engaged in promoting academic excellence and research culture among students and faculty. His academic journey reflects a blend of practical expertise and theoretical insight, making him a valuable asset to the academic community.