Nikitha Shivakumar

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Hi, I'm Nikki

CS student @ Georgia Tech

Concentrations in AI and Modeling and Simulation

  • Email: nshivakumar6@gatech.edu
  • Phone: 908-210-2222
  • City: Atlanta, USA

I'm interested in the intersection of computer science and sustainable technology. Thanks for visiting my site!

Resume

Summary

Nikitha Shivakumar

Hardworking and quick learner with strong communication and teamwork skills.

  • Atlanta, GA
  • (908) 210-2222
  • nshivakumar6@gatech.edu

Education

Canditate for Masters of Science in Computer Science

2024 - 2025

Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, USA

Concentration in Machine Learning

Canditate for Bachelors of Science in Computer Science

2021 - 2024

GPA: 4.0/4.0

Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, USA

Relevant Coursework: Data Structures and Algorithm, Objects and Design, Object Oriented Programming, Computer Organization and Programming, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations

Technical Skills

Python, Java, C, C#, Assembly, HTML/CSS, JavaScript, .NET, Pandas, NumPy, GIS, Remote Sensing, GitHub

Projects

Cross The Road: Android Gaming Mobile Application

January 2023 - May 2023

Georgia Tech, Atlanta, GA

  • Used Android Studio and Java to create interactiev mobile application, clone of "Crossy Road"
  • Designed JUnit test cases, collaborated with small team through GitHub/Git Bash commands
  • Employed Agile Software Development Methodologies to collaborate with group

"Jordle" Java Wordle: Personal Project

January 2022

Georgia Tech, Atlanta, GA

  • Utilized JavaFX and Java to successfully construct clone of "Wordle" online game

Professional Experience

Software Engineer Intern @ ESRI

June 2023 - August 2023

Redlands, CA

  • Utilized .NET SDK and C# to develop 2 UI Tools for Esri Maritime Products
  • Developed intern based review app using ESRI's Javascript SDK
  • Wrote clean, maintainable code and unit tests to ensure robustness and reliability, participated in code reviews to maintain code quality standards

NASA DEVELOP Intern

June 2023 - August 2023

Mountainview, CA

  • Trained and developed Random Forest Machine Learning Algorithm to process and analyze NASA Earth Observation data
  • Used Python data science packages such as NumPy, Pandas, Scipy to create fire supression model to improve wildfire prevention effforts
  • Engaged in small team to conduct geospatial training workshop for Marin County Fire Department

Undergraduate Student Researcher

June 2022 - August 2022

Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ

  • Used Python, NumPy to automate and improve processing speed by 40%
  • Analyzed netCDF files with Matplotlib to asses RTOFS climate forecasting model
  • Awarded certificate for outstanding data literacy and critical thinking
  • International 2023 Aquatic Sciences Meeting (ASLO @ Mallorca, Spain) scholarship winner

Leadership and Activities

Discrete Mathematics Undergraduate Teaching Assistant

January 2023 - May 2023

Georgia Tech, Atlanta, GA

  • Collaborated with Professor Ronnie Howard in teaching Discrete Mathematics course for 500+ students
  • Responsible for grading exams, hosting weekly office hours and recitations, and moderating discussion forums about problem sets

Society of Women Engineers: K-12 Outreach Chair

September 2022 - May 2023

Georgia Tech, Atlanta, GA

  • Hackathon committee president, lead largest SWE outreach hackathon (60+ high school students) in collaboration with Major League Hacking
  • Presented SWENext mission to teachers to promote diveristy in technology

Projects & Experiences Portfolio

Here are some of the cool opportunities and projects I've taken part in!

I spent a summer interning at NASA Ames in Mountainview, CA to build a wildfire suppression model using machine learning. Attached is our final presentation.
As Outreach Chair, I hosted the First GT SWE Hackathon and largest GT SWE Outreach event! We also collaborated with Major League Hacking and other Georgia Tech organizations to host this event. Atached is our flyer.
I won a scholarship to present my research that I conducted at Rutgers University at an international aquatic sciences conference (ASLO) in Spain! Attached is my research poster.

I am a co-author on a Marine Technology Society Abstract Submission. This research involves automating a real-time data processing feature onboard a Slocum Glider to better study ocean circuluation patterns.
I collaborated with Zoo Atlanta to develop an Automated Elephant Feeder using Python and a Raspberry Pi. This initiative was part of Georgia Tech's VIP Program. Attached is our research paper.
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fun stuff!:D





Some fun facts about me:

  • Hobbies: Hiking, running, baking, music, climbing
  • Favorite Disney Movie: Probably a tie between Tangled and Mulan
  • Favorite Board Games: Rummikube and Poetry for Neanderthals
  • Favorite Coffee Drink: Honey Haze from Philz
  • Instruments I play (the word play is used loosely): Clarinet, ukulele, drums, flute, saxophone, and my voice!

My top three favorite songs!!

Take a listen and let me know what you think :]

Contact

Location:

Atlanta, GA

Call:

+1 908-210-2222