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Hi, I'm Vishal
I solve, create & communicate. Working at the intersection of technology, design, and communication - I turn complex problems into simple, usable experiences. I enjoy tackling complex problems, improving systems, and building digital experiences that are practical, engaging, and accessible. Whether the task involves coding, designing, writing, or troubleshooting, I bring creativity, technical expertise, and a focus on delivering results that matter.
Motto: Solve problems, communicate clearly, and build meaningful experiences.
Work experience
Web Developer
YAAANA - The Yiddish Arts and Academics Association of North America
2024 - Present
Developing and enhancing a WordPress site for 6,000+ Montly active users.
Integrated Shopify and WooCommerce.
Optimized mobile responsiveness with HTML, CSS, PHP.
Focused on accessibility, SEO, and cultural initiatives.
CS and Math Tutor
UMKC SI and Tutoring - International Center for Supplemental Instruction
2024
Mentored 25+ students in CS and math.
Boosted project completions and scores by 10 percent.
Focused on debugging, React, and core programming concepts.
Pre-Education Programme Trainee
Epam Systems
2020 - 2021
Worked on 11+ technical projects.
Hands-on experience with Java, Maven, Git, and testing.
Learned Agile workflows in a fast-paced environment.
Writing Consultant
UMKC Writing Studio
2023 - 2024
Guided PhD students through dissertations.
Helped undergraduates improve academic writing.
Resulted in 10 percent improvement in grades.
Fitness Center Ops
UMKC Campus Recreation
2023 - 2024
Managed safety, health compliance and equipment maintenance.
Provided IT support and scripting solutions for device inventory.
Ensured smooth operations and user safety.
Education
M.S. in Computer Science
University of Missouri - Kansas City
2022 - 2024
B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering
JNTU Hyderabad
2018 - 2022
Skills
Explore my technical expertise that powers innovation and problem-solving.
Software Engineering
Experienced in building scalable and maintainable applications.
Web Development
Frontend and backend expertise using React, Node.js, and .NET Core.
UI Design
Designing intuitive and responsive interfaces with user focus.
Data Science & Analytics
Leveraging Python, SQL, and ML models for insights and predictions.
Blockchain
Developing decentralized apps and secure blockchain solutions.
Cloud Platforms
Hands-on with AWS, Azure, and deployment pipelines.
Databases
Experience with SQL Server, MySQL, and efficient schema design.
Agile & DevOps
Skilled in Git, CI/CD, Azure DevOps, Docker, and REST APIs.
Problem Solving
Competitive programming and algorithm design experience.
Projects
A selection of software, design, and research projects.
Responsive Product Landing Page
Description:
Responsive Product Landing Page built with React and TypeScript. Showcases clean architecture, reusable components, and fidelity to design specs.
Role:
Developed the UI from Figma design, ensuring modularity and responsiveness across breakpoints.
BlockCertify - Blockchain Certificate Verification
Description:
Blockchain based certificate verification system using Ethereum and Solidity. Ensures secure, tamper proof validation of academic or professional credentials.
Role:
Developed Solidity smart contracts and integrated web3.js frontend for verification workflows.
Meme-ory Game
Description:
A meme themed memory card game built with JavaScript, HTML, and CSS. Enhances interactivity while reinforcing DOM manipulation skills.
Role:
Designed the gameplay logic and implemented responsive styling with pure JavaScript.
Mills Nine Men’s Morris Game
Description:
A digital version of the Nine Men’s Morris board game. Implements rules, strategy, and turn based mechanics using Java and C#.
Role:
Built the core game logic and UI interactions for player moves and win detection.
Cuisine Haveli
Description:
A restaurant web application built with PHP, MySQL, and Bootstrap. Includes menu browsing, reservations, and order management.
Role:
Developed backend logic in PHP and designed responsive layouts with Bootstrap.
Sales Analytics Prediction Model
Description:
A machine learning model for predicting sales trends using Python and scikit-learn. Provides analytics and data visualization with Matplotlib.
Role:
Built regression models and data preprocessing pipelines for forecasting accuracy.
Testimonials
Feedback from peers, mentors, and students.
" I struggled a lot with this course online, but Vishal gave me some helpful tips. I'll likely opt for in-person classes going forward. "
Student
UMKC
" Vishal has advanced knowledge of multiple programming languages and has greatly influenced our students and campus life with his expertise and dedication. "
Supervisor
UMKC Academic Support and Mentoring
" Vishal is my favorite student on project teams. He is silent, cool, and an effective leader and programmer. "
Professor
JNT University Hyd
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