Prof. Nuwan Kodagoda

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Prof. Nuwan Kodagoda

Pro Vice Chancellor | Software Engineering | Faculty of Computing

 

  • Dean/Faculty of Computing (2023 Feb – ToDate)
  • Associate Dean/Faculty of Computing (2022 June – 2023 January)
  • Head/Department of Computer Science and Software Engineering (2019 April – 2022 May)
  • Head/Department of Software Engineering (2017 January – 2019 March)
  • Assistant Professor (2021 April – to date)
  • Senior Lecturer (Higher Grade) (2006 December – 2021 March)
  • Head/Department of Information Technology (2008 May – 2015 March)
  • Chairman/Curriculum and Academic Quality Committee (2010 – July 2013)
  • Senior Lecturer (2005 May – 2006 November)
  • Lecturer (2001 November – 2005 April)

Academic Qualifications​

Academic Qualifications
  • PhD, Sheffield Hallam University, 2018
  • MPhil Degree, University of Moratuwa, 2005
  • BSc Eng. (Hons), University of Moratuwa, 1995
Honors and Awards
  • Merit Award for scientific research for the project the feasibility of using “Product Models for representing Building Information” awarded by the National Science Foundation on 7th November 2001.  This was the dissertation done for the MPhil degree.
  • Best Final Year Project on “Interactive Design Calculation of Prestressed Concrete using Spreadsheets” in 1995.  This was the dissertation done for the undergraduate degree.

Research Interests & Memberships

Interests
  • Algorithm Design and Optimization in Parallel Computing
  • High Performance Computing
  • Machine Learning
  • Use and Development of Software Engineering Tools to improve the Software Development Processes
  • eLearning
Memberships
  • Committee Member of the Sri Lanka Association of Advancement of Sciences
  • Member of the Institution of Engineering and Technology
  • Member of the British Computer Society
  • Member of Computer Society of Sri Lanka

Ongoing Research

  • AutoGrader – Auto Grading Programming Assignments
  • MOOC Recommender
  • Active Learning Approaches for Teaching Programming Courses
  • Effective online approaches for teaching large classes
  • Mining Software Repositories
  • Cloud Computing

Publications

My Publications

CONFERENCE PROCEEDINGS

  • Kodagoda, N., Andrews, S., & Pulasinghe, K.   A parallel version of the in-close algorithm  in National onference on Technology and Management (NCTM),  year 2017,    pp.1-5,  IEEE,
  • Pathirathna, P. P. W., Ayesha, V. A. I., Imihira, W. A. T., Wasala, W. M. J. C., Kodagoda, N., & Edirisinghe, E. A. T. D.   Security testing as a service with docker containerization  in Software Knowledge, Information Management and Applications (SKIMA), 2017 11th International Conference,  year 2017,    pp.1-7,  IEEE,
  • Kulathunga, K. S. D. A., Radith, W. M. N., Kumari, B. R. K. S., Liyanaarachchi, I. H., Edirisinghe, E. A. T. D., Kodagoda, N., & Arachchilage, N. A. G.   Open source SOA based middleware framework for classified based web development  in Information Technology Conference (NITC),  year 2017,    pp.6-11,  IEEE,
  • De Silva D.I. ,Kodagoda N. , Kodituwakku S. R. and Pinidiyaarachchi A. J.   Improvements to a complexity metric: CB measure  in 10th International Conference on Industrial and Information Systems (ICIIS),  year 2015,  Peradeniya,  pp.401-406,  IEEE,
  • De Silva D.I. ,Kodagoda N. , Kodituwakku S. R. and Pinidiyaarachchi A. J   Limitations of an object-oriented metric: Weighted complexity measure  in International Conference on Software Engineering and Service Science (ICSESS),  year 2015,    pp.698-701,  IEEE ,
  • Manamendra M.A.S.C, Manathunga K.N., Perera K.H.D., Kodagoda N.   Improvements for Agile Manifesto and Make Agile Applicable for Undergraduate Research Projects  in 8th International Conference on Computer Science & Education,  year 2013,    pp.539-544,
  • De Silva, D. I., Kodagoda, N.   Applicability of Weyuker’s Properties Using Three Comlexity Metrics  in 8th International Conference on Computer Science & Education,  year 2013,    pp.685-690,
  • Wickramasinghe N.,Somadasa K.,Karundhipathi M.,Subasinghe S,Kodagoda N.,Suriyawansa K.   Online Learning Resources Finder Based on Computer Programming Domain,  in International Conference on Information and Automation for Sustainability,  year 2018,
  • Aryal S.,Porawagama A.,Hasith S.,Thoradeniya S.,Kodagoda N.,Suriyawansa K.   Using Pre-trained Models as Feature Extractor to Classify Video Styles Used in MOOC Videos  in International Conference on Information and Automation for Sustainability,  year 2018,
  • K Suriyawansa, N Kodagoda   LEARNING STYLES BASED CHECKLIST FOR INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIAL FEATURES IN E-LEARNING  in 14th International Technology, Education and Development Conference,  year 2020,  SPAIN,  pp. 7403-7411,  INTED,    K Suriyawansa, N Kodagoda,
  • S Hilmy, T De Silva, S Pathirana, N Kodagoda, K Suriyawansa   MOOCs Recommender Based on User Preference, Learning Styles and Forum Activity  in 2019 International Conference on Advancements in Computing (ICAC),  year 2019,  Sri Lanka,    IEEE,    5-7 Dec. 2019,
  • R Kasun, LGH Mahesh, Y Yapa, S Suwendra, N Kodagoda, K Suriyawansa   Zilla: An Animal Based Social Media Platform  in 2019 International Conference on Advancements in Computing (ICAC),  year 2019,  MALABE,  pp.267-272,  IEEE,    5-7 Dec. 2019,
  • D Karunaratna, I Hettiarachchi, S Fernando, S Epa, N Kodagoda, K   VTutor: A Platform for Improving Searchability and Interactivity of Recorded Lectures  in 2019 International Conference on Advancements in Computing (ICAC),  year 2019,  MALABE,  pp.464-469,  IEEE,    5-7 Dec. 2019,
  • S Nuzrath, NH Amarasinghe, KT Liyanage, K Suriyawansa, KT Madanyaka, N Kodagoda   gCodex: A tool to analyze software repositories over time (Visualization)  in 2019 International Conference on Advancements in Computing (ICAC),  year 2019,  MALABE,  pp.174-179,  IEEE,    5-7 Dec. 2019,
  • M Thennakoon, R Rajarathna, SPB Jayawickrama, M Kumara, AM Imbulpitiya, N Kodagoda   TOURGURU: Tour Guide Mobile Application for Tourists  in 2019 International Conference on Advancements in Computing (ICAC),  year 2019,  MALABE,  pp.133-138,  IEEE,    5-7 Dec. 2019,
  • F Fazuludeen, G Vijayakumaran, ZA Mahroof, N Kodagoda, K Suriyawansa   MOOCRec 2 for Humanities-Learning Style Based MOOC Recommender and Search Engine  in 2019 International Conference on Advancements in Computing (ICAC),  year 2019,  MALABE,  pp.470-475,  IEEE,    5-7 Dec. 2019,
  • A Imbulpitiya, N Kodagoda, A Gamage, K Suriyawansa   Using Active Learning Integrated with Pedagogical Aspects to Enhance Student�s Learning Experience in Programming and Related Concepts  in International Conference on Interactive Collaborative Learning,  year 2019,  THAILAND,  pp.218-228,  SPRINGER,    25-28 September,
  • S Aryal, AS Porawagama, MGS Hasith, SC Thoradeniya, N Kodagoda, K Suriyawansa   MoocRec: Learning Styles-Oriented MOOC Recommender and Search Engine  in 2019 IEEE Global Engineering Education Conference (EDUCON),  year 2019,  DUBAI,  pp.1167-1172,  IEEE,    8-11 April 2019,
  • M Musthafa, S Magenthirarajah, AA Rauf, K Balendran, N Kodagoda, D Sriyarathne   Centralized Road Infrastructure Information Collection and Processing System for Sri Lanka  in 2018 IEEE International Conference on Information and Automation for Sustainability (ICIAfS),  year 2018,  COLOMBO,    IEEE,    21-22 Dec. 2018,
  • K Somadasa, M Karunadhipathi, N Wickramasinghe, S Subasingha, N Kodagoda, K Suriyawansa   Online Learning Resources Finder Based on Computer Programming Domain  in 2018 IEEE International Conference on Information and Automation for Sustainability (ICIAfS),  year 2018,  COLOMBO,    IEEE,    21-22 Dec. 2018,
  • S Aryal, AS Porawagama, MGS Hasith, SC Thoradeniya, N Kodagoda, K Suriyawansa   Using Pre-trained Models As Feature Extractor To Classify Video Styles Used In MOOC Videos  in 2018 IEEE International Conference on Information and Automation for Sustainability (ICIAfS),  year 2018,  COLOMBO,    IEEE,    21-22 Dec. 2018,
  • AA Rauf, M Musthafa, S Magenthirarajah, K Balendran, N Kodagoda, D   Smart Driving Assistance System to Elevate the Driving Experience in Sri Lanka-Dryv Assist  in 2018 National Information Technology Conference (NITC),  year 2018,  COLOMBO,    IEEE,    2-4 Oct. 2018,

JOURNAL PUBLICATIONS

  • De Silva, D. I., Kodituwakku, S. R., Pinidiyaarachchi, A. J., & Kodagoda, N.  ” Enhancements to an OO Metric: CB Measure “  Journal of Software,      2018,  pp.72-82,
  • Kodagoda, N, and Pulasinghe, K  ” Comparision Between Features of CbO based Algorithms for Generating Formal Concepts “  International Journal of Conceptual Structures and Smart Applications (IJCSSA),      2016,  pp.1-34,
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Introducing the visionary entrepreneur, Mr. Indy Pathmanadan, affectionately known as Mr. Indy, a driving force in the Bath Furniture and Modular Kitchen industries. With over 30 years of expertise, Mr.Indy’s journey is one of extraordinary accomplishments and relentless pursuit of excellence.

A graduate in engineering from the prestigious University of Waterloo, Ontario, Mr. Indy’s entrepreneurial journey began as a Coop student in his Canadian garage. From humble beginnings, he transformed MagickWoods into a global powerhouse with operations spanning across North America and Asia. Today, MagickWoods stands tall with an impressive presence in renowned retailers such as Home Depot, Lowes, and Menards. Mr. Indy’s bold vision includes establishing a strong domestic presence in the USA, facilitating the transformation from China to Aurora. His innovative approach involves forging exclusive partnerships with retailers, creating bespoke brands tailored to their discerning customer base.

With an unwavering commitment to delivering unparalleled quality, Mr. Indy is a firm believer in the digital economy. His passion for enhancing the customer experience led him to pioneer the use of cuttingedge 3D and augmented reality technologies in kitchen design, revolutionising the industry. Demonstrating his forward-thinking mindset, Mr. Indy recently unveiled Magickhome.com, an exceptional ecommerce platform that offers direct-to-consumer digital sales channels, further expanding his reach and impact. Notably, he holds a patent for his groundbreaking invention, the Bath weighing scale product, exemplifying his dedication to innovation.

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