Hi, I'm Varun šŸ‘‹
Software Engineer. I love building things, helping people & lifting weights.
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Quick intro about me

I moved to US in 2023 to pursue a Master's degree in Computer Science at Georgia State University šŸŽ“, seeking to expand my knowledge and gain international exposure after working for 2 years in India šŸ’¼. During my summer, I interned at Alien Attorney/Orbex labs šŸ‘½šŸ’¼, gaining valuable experience in the US tech industry. In the past, I pursued a B.Tech in CSE at JNTUH šŸ–„ļøšŸŽ“. Currently, I'm actively looking for Software Engineer roles (both full-time and internship opportunities) šŸ‘Øā€šŸ’»šŸ”. Apart from my tech pursuits, I also enjoy lifting weights šŸ‹ļøā€ā™‚ļø, learning about nutrition šŸ„—, and reading self-help books šŸ“š, maintaining a well-rounded lifestyle that complements my professional ambitions.

Work Experience

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Georgia State University - Student Success Department

Aug 2024 - present
Software Engineer
Built and deployed a comprehensive student management platform using React.js, Node.js, and AWS DynamoDB that streamlined attendance tracking and grade monitoring, leading to an 85% reduction in administrative workload and saving 20+ hours weekly for 300+ professors managing 10K+ students. Engineered a robust communication system utilizing SendGrid API with JWT authentication and Redis caching that achieved 98% email delivery rate, significantly improving student outreach efficiency. Implemented targeted intervention strategies for 100+ at-risk students, resulting in a 40% improvement in course completion rates through systematic academic and career mentorship. Leveraged full-stack expertise across HTML, CSS, React.js, JavaScript, Node.js, AWS DynamoDB, SendGrid API, JWT, and Redis to deliver a scalable and secure solution that transformed academic operations and student success tracking.
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Alien Attorney/Orbex Labs

May 2024 - Aug 2024
Software Engineer Intern
Developed a high-performance AI document classification system using ReactJS, JavaScript, and Redux, featuring responsive UI components that improved workflow efficiency by 60% and enhanced user experience. Engineered an automated HTML5-based document annotation system that eliminated manual processes, increasing processing speed by 80% through single-click functionality. Implemented PostgreSQL schema denormalization and Python Django Rest APIs to handle increased document processing load, achieving 70% faster query response times and scaling from 100K to 1M+ daily requests. Optimized deployment infrastructure using GitHub Actions, Docker containerization, and AWS, establishing robust CI/CD pipelines with automated testing and monitoring that maintained a 99% deployment success rate, leveraging a comprehensive tech stack including ReactJS, JavaScript, Redux, HTML5, PostgreSQL, Python Django, Docker, and AWS.
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LTIMindTree

Oct 2020 - May 2022
Software Engineer
Architected and transformed a monolithic credit decisioning system into a microservices architecture using Core Java, Spring Boot, and AWS Kubernetes, significantly improving credit decision time by 40% and enabling 4x more application processing through an optimized ReactJS frontend and Spring backend REST APIs. Engineered a robust data persistence layer with Spring Data JPA, Hibernate, Java 17, and MySQL/PostgreSQL that achieved 45% faster transaction processing, while implementing comprehensive testing frameworks using Cypress, Playwright, JUnit, and Cucumber that reduced scoring discrepancies by 40%. Developed a high-throughput Kafka-based credit monitoring system processing 10,000+ daily transactions that slashed fraud detection latency from 15 to 5 minutes, enabling real-time fraud alerts. Led end-to-end Agile SDLC processes while applying OOP principles and design patterns, utilizing a tech stack including Java, Spring Boot, React, Kafka, Kubernetes, AWS, MySQL/PostgreSQL, and modern testing frameworks to deliver a scalable, efficient credit processing platform.

Skills

React
Next.js
Java
Javascript
Node.js
MongoDB
Python
PostgreSQL
Redis
MySQL
Docker
Kubernetes
C++
HTML
CSS
REST API
CI/CD
GraphQL
My Projects

Check out my latest work

I've worked on a variety of projects, from simple websites to complex web applications. Here are a few of my favorites.

Community Restoration (Hackathon)

Community Restoration (Hackathon)

A MERN stack app for the Community Restoration Project, featuring event management, volunteer coordination, and a points system. Built with React.js, MongoDB, MaterialUI, ExpressJS, and JavaScript, it uses Gemini API and Generative AI for a chatbot integration.

React.js
MongoDB
MaterialUI
JavaScript
ExpressJS
Gemini API
Generative AI
Crypto Hunter

Crypto Hunter

A React.js cryptocurrency tracking app using CoinGecko API, Chart.js, and Firebase Authentication. Offers coin rankings, news, watchlists, and price chart analysis

React.js
Firebase Authentication
Chart.js
CoinGecko API
Context API
Moviebase

Moviebase

A React-based movie and TV show information platform utilizing TMDB API. Features React Router, Context API, and React Carousel for seamless navigation and an engaging user experience.

React.js
Context API
React Router Dom
Axios
React Carousel
TMDB API
AI Course Generator

AI Course Generator

A full-stack web application built with Next.js, React, and TailwindCSS. Utilizes Gemini API for content generation, YouTube API for video integration, and Clerk for authentication. Enables users to create custom courses with AI-generated content and curated video resources.

Next.js
Drizzle ORM
Prisma
TailwindCSS
Shadcn UI
Clerk
Gemini API
Generative AI
Hackathons

I like building things

As a current university student, I have taken part in 1+ hackathons, where people from across the country collaborate to create impressive projects within just 2-3 days. I’m constantly learning and developing new skills through these opportunities, fueled by the thrill of building innovative solutions with others who share the same passion.

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    Code to Give by Morgan Stanley

    Alpharetta, Georgia

    We've built a MERN stack app to help the Community Restoration Project improve connections in their housing programs. It includes features for managing events, volunteers, and discussions, plus a points system to encourage participation. Although we didn't win the hackathon, the experience of developing this solution was invaluable, providing insights into real-world community needs and collaborative problem-solving.
Contact

Get in Touch

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