Nisarg Shah

Indiana University, Bloomington

GPA: 3.0/4.0

Master's of Science in Computer Science

2023 — present

Relevant Coursework:

• Spring'24
  • CSCI - P 556 Applied Machine Learning
  • CSCI - P 565 Software Engineering - I
  • ENGR - E 516 Engineering Cloud Computing
• Fall'23
  • CSCI - B 505 Applied Algorithms
  • CSCI - B 551 Elements of Artificial Intelligence
  • STAT - S 520 Introduction to Statistics

Kadi Sarva Vishwavidyalaya, Gandhinagar

GPA: 8.23/10.0

Bachelor's of Engineering in Computer Science

2019 — 2023

Relevant Coursework:

• C
• Object Oriented Programming with C++
• Java
• Python
• Data Structures and Algorithms
• Database Management System
• Operating System
• Computer Networks
• Software Engineering
• Web Technologies
• Machine Learning

Awards and Activities

• IBM Hack Challenge Winner 2021
• Postman Student Expert 2022

Particiated in various hackathons and won IBM Hack Challenge 2021. I am a Postman Student Expert 2022. Created various projects and my one of the project helped professors and students to manage their projects and tasks. Also, I have created a website for an NGO which helped them to reduce food wastage by 30%.

Indiana University Bloomington

Department: UITS Compliance and Reporting

Accessibility Assistant

Jan, 2024 — Present

As an Accessibility Assistant at UITS Compliance and Reporting at IU, I am dedicated to ensuring digital inclusivity by converting old documents into new, accessible PDF formats. I am committed to creating an inclusive digital environment through continuous improvement and user-centric approaches.

• Spearheaded the conversion of legacy documents into accessible PDF formats, showcasing proficiency in accessibility tools and a commitment to making digital content inclusive for all.
• Collaborated seamlessly with cross-functional teams to understand specific document requirements, integrating accessibility considerations into the conversion process and contributing to an inclusive work environment.
• Conducted rigorous quality assurance checks on converted documents, ensuring strict adherence to accessibility guidelines and compliance standards. Maintained detailed documentation for internal reporting, reflecting a dedication to accessibility best practices.

Dhirubhai Ambani Institute of Technology (DAIICT)

Research Intern

Nov, 2022 — June, 2023

As a Research Intern at DAIICT, I skillfully acquired and managed a 1.5 million-tweet dataset, applied advanced text preprocessing, BERT embeddings, and topic modeling for sentiment analysis on inflation, while actively contributing to team efforts and model finetuning.

• Orchestrated acquisition of a 1.5 million-tweet dataset using Twitter API and Selenium, optimizing storage in MongoDB with a tailored schema for efficient retrieval and analysis, showcasing proficiency in data collection and management.
• Applied advanced text preprocessing to a comprehensive dataset, leveraged BERT embeddings to analyze nuanced public sentiment on inflation, and aligned methodologies with referenced NLP research, showcasing expertise in sophisticated language processing techniques.
• Executed precise topic modeling with the BERTopic library, extracted inflation-related tweets from the extensive dataset, and improved sentiment analysis accuracy through meticulous manual annotation and strategic hyperparameter tuning.
• Demonstrated strong teamwork, annotated 300 tweets, contributed to model finetuning, and offered nuanced insights on public expectations.

Capri Technosys

Junior Software Developer Intern

May, 2021 — Jul, 2023

I excelled as a Junior Software Developer Intern at Capri Technosys, specializing in ML-Ops with a focus on Java-based custom ML models. My strong communication skills, proficiency in API testing, and contributions to system improvement showcased my ability to address client needs effectively.

• Collaborated closely with the team in ML-Ops, leveraging Java to develop a customized ML model for the client.
• Applied strong communication skills to bridge the gap between the team and the client, effectively addressing their concerns and facilitating problem-solving.
• Demonstrated proficiency in API testing and validation using Postman and Java, resulting in the identification and resolution of 15+ critical bugs and vulnerabilities.
• This not only showcased technical expertise but also highlighted the ability to communicate complex technical issues to both the team and the client.
• Revitalized the client’s product, achieving a noteworthy 40% improvement in system stability and security.
• Additionally, I orchestrated the design and execution of a robust web scraping algorithm in Python, providing clients with the capability to effortlessly extract data from a wide range of websites. This initiative led to an impressive 80% boost in overall productivity, further demonstrating my ability to understand and address client needs effectively

Royal Technosoft Pvt. Ltd.

Tutor

July, 2021 — Sept, 2022

Facilitated cross-cultural learning experiences for over 80+ students, providing comprehensive instruction in programming languages like C, C++, Java, and Python. Implemented effective teaching strategies, resulting in a notable increase in overall comprehension and proficiency.

Advance Project Management

Project Manager and Backend Developer

Jan, 2023 — March, 2023

Technologies: TypeScript, HTML/CSS, Node.js, Git, Unix Shell, VS Code

• Conceptualized and developed a dynamic full-stack web application for university use, facilitating seamless communication between Admins, Faculties, and Students in project endeavors.
• Revamped university workflows: Admins efficiently created 100+ student accounts, while Faculties expedited approvals and allocated students through an intuitive Kanban board interface, resulting in a 40% reduction in administrative time.
• Implemented a robust authentication system with JWT and Passport.js, ensuring secure access to the application.
• Designed a responsive UI with React and Material UI, enabling users to access the application on any device.
• Orchestrated the development of a RESTful API with Node.js and Express, enabling seamless communication between the front-end and back-end.
• Implemented a PostgreSQL database with Sequelize ORM, ensuring efficient data storage and retrieval.
• Deployed the application on Heroku, enabling users to access the application from anywhere.

Feed the Hunger

Backend Developer

April, 2022 — May, 2022

Technologies: Laravel, MySQL, Git, IntelliJ IDEA

• Crafted a website for an NGO in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, resulting in a 30% reduction in food wastage, equating to approximately 500 kilograms of rescued food annually from events like weddings and birthdays.
• Implemented a gallery section with 100+ images and a blogging platform, resulting in a 50% increase in user engagement for the NGO.
• Optimized UX (User Experience) e.g. prioritized sound design, timing of food and cloths drops, and had to address many potential workarounds in the numerous ways of destroying the food dropper

AgriOracle

Backend Developer & Presentator

June, 2021 — August, 2021

Technologies: Python, IBM Watson Studio and Chat-bot

• Led the development of an AI-driven application, utilizing soil composition and weather data to achieve a 20% increase in crop yield and a 15% reduction in water usage for optimal crop selection.
• Implemented season-specific crop yield projections and price forecasts, achieving an 18% increase in accurate yield predictions and a 25% improvement in price forecasting accuracy over a 12-month horizon.

Languages:

C/C++, Java, Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML/CSS, SQL, R

Frameworks:

React, Node.js, Express, Spring, Spring Boot, Hibernate, Bootstrap, Material UI, jQuery, Flask, Django

Databases:

MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Oracle SQL, SQLite

Tools:

Git, GitHub, GitLab, IntelliJ IDEA, VS Code, PyCharm, Eclipse, Jupyter Notebook, Postman, Heroku, Docker, Kubernetes

Cloud:

AWS, Google Cloud Platform, IBM Cloud

Operating Systems:

Windows, Linux, macOS

Organizational leadership:

I have several years of experience leading organziations from community groups to business departments. From public speaking, to mentoring, to coordination of people and events, I can lead in any context.

Communications strategy:

I have a knack for understanding the big picture and how to communicate it to others. I can help you develop a communications strategy that will help you reach your goals.