Dr Wajid Khan, PhD (2014, UK)
A British Pakistani academic, software engineer, and entrepreneur building platforms that turn complex data into clarity. From teaching 15,000+ students across 79 countries to developing AI systems that reshape how we see information, every project starts with one question: how can this serve people better?
What I Do
I build tools, teach methods, and solve problems that sit at the intersection of data, AI, and visualisation. Whether it’s creating dashboards that distill millions of data points into actionable insights or designing platforms that help startups scale faster, the work revolves around making technology accessible and useful.
My projects reflect this approach:
Fastory AI transforms how researchers publish by automating the tedious parts and accelerating time to publication.
Rapid Innovation Lab helps academics and researchers convert ideas into tangible outputs in days, not months.
Dream Startup provides startups with the technical infrastructure and strategic guidance they need to grow without burning through capital.
AI Roadmap guides organizations through AI transformation with practical frameworks that actually work.
Caspia delivers modern solutions for businesses navigating digital transformation.
Top Brits celebrates innovation and excellence across the UK.
Background
I completed my PhD in Information Visualisation and Data Analysis at the University of Bedfordshire (2011 to 2015), where I developed advanced models to uncover hidden patterns in complex datasets. Before that, a Master’s in Computer Science (2007 to 2008) and a BSc in IT from the University of Peshawar, Pakistan (2002 to 2006).
The journey started in a small village in Pakistan, fixing hardware as a child and exploring what the internet could do. Those early experiences shaped everything: curiosity, persistence, and a belief that technology should solve real problems for real people.
Teaching & Impact
In 2023, I founded Rapid Innovation Lab, now reaching over 25,000 students in 100+ countries. The mission is simple: teach people how to tell stories with data, build interactive dashboards, and make decisions backed by evidence.
Code & Contributions
I code daily. In 2025 alone, over 1700 contributions to open source projects. You can explore the work on GitHub, where projects range from AI tools to scalable web applications built with React, Next.js, and Python.
Books
What Do They Teach You In Data Science? (2025) Many want to become data scientists. Few understand what that means.
ChatGPT Hustles: 51 Ways AI Can Fill Your Pockets (2025) A 370+ page guide on using AI for income generation. Practical strategies for modern entrepreneurs.
HMRC R&D Funding: Grants for UK Limited Companies (2019) An in depth resource on navigating R&D tax credits and securing grants for innovation.
Philosophy
Ideas become valuable when they solve problems. Technical debt should be managed, not ignored. Teams perform best when they understand the why, not just the what. Results matter more than rhetoric.
Let’s Build Something
Every project is an opportunity to create impact. Whether you’re a startup looking to scale, a researcher needing to accelerate output, or an organization navigating AI transformation, the goal is the same: practical solutions that drive measurable results.
Visit wajidkhan.info to explore more.