Harshal B. Jitakar
GIS Professional | Data Analyst | Geoinformatics Expert | Full-Stack Web Developer
Kolhapur
Summary
MTech Geoinformatics professional with 7+ years IT experience specializing in GIS, Remote Sensing, Data Analytics, Web Development & AI-assisted coding. Expert in ArcGIS, ArcGIS Online, Survey123, QGIS, Python/Arcpy, SQL, PostgreSQL/PostGIS, Power BI (DAX), Tableau, Advanced Excel (VLOOKUP, VBA Macros), and Full-stack web development (HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript). Proficient in GitHub Copilot for AI-assisted development, custom geoprocessing tools, data automation, cloud-based GIS solutions, interactive web applications, and ML analysis. Proven track record delivering high-quality solutions for natural history digitization, bird sensitivity mapping, urban planning, environmental conservation, and innovative web-based GIS applications.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
11
11
Certifications
Work History
Junior Research Fellow (GIS)
Bombay Natural History Society
10.2022 - Current
- Project I: Digitization & Mapping - Natural History Collection
- Digitized insect, amphibian, reptile, bird, mammal collections with comprehensive metadata
- Brought collection into public domain as research/educational tool using GIS mapping
- Mapped TAXA locations for historical spatial distribution analysis using ArcGIS Pro
- Implemented ArcPy scripts for automated digitization workflow optimization
- Project II: Bird Sensitivity Map of India - Wind Turbine Siting
- Developed comprehensive bird sensitivity mapping across India for prioritizing safer wind turbine locations
- Incorporated bird distribution, collision vulnerability & conservation importance into sensitivity scores
- Assessed suitability of habitats for 182 bird species across Indian continent
- Executed complex spatial analysis using ArcGIS Pro, Arcpy scripting & Python automation
- Funded by: CAMPA & Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
Software Support Engineer
31 Infotech Consultancy Services (Client: MMRDA)
06.2022 - 10.2022
- Project: Planning Proposal/Layouts for MMR Regional Plan
- Demonstrated exceptional database management for MMR regional plan using PostgreSQL/PostGIS
- Ensured data accuracy and accessibility for comprehensive regional planning
- Created and maintained detailed infrastructure maps of MMR for urban planning initiatives
- Employed advanced mapping techniques and Arcpy scripts to rectify drafting errors
- Generated site visit maps, KML files for precise field documentation and navigation
Junior Research Fellow (GIS)
Bombay Natural History Society
03.2019 - 06.2022
- Digitized insect, amphibian, reptile, bird, mammal collections with metadata management
- Mapped collection locations; created historical spatial distribution analysis
- Utilized Adobe Photoshop, ArcGIS, ArcGIS Pro for advanced mapping and visualization
GIS Executive
Prashant Advanced Survey Geospatial Technologies
12.2017 - 12.2018
- Processed mobile LiDAR data using Leica Pegasus, Inertial Explorer, Geo Office software
- Utilized 3D point cloud data in ArcGIS for feature extraction; exported to AutoCAD format
- Created cross-sections using 3D Reshaper in multiple formats (contour, TIN, AutoCAD, Excel)
- Processed drone-collected data using Pix4Dmapper with advanced geoprocessing
Project Coordinator
S2 Infotech International Ltd
06.2018 - 11.2018
- Project: Maharashtra State Property Tax Survey
- Prepared building base maps using high-resolution satellite data
- Quality checked survey data regarding property tax assessment
Trainee GIS
Genesys International Corporation Pvt. Ltd
07.2017 - 12.2017
- Mapped LU/LC, roads network, building footprints of Mumbai urban using satellite data
- Analyzed and visualized buildings as per tax data; prepared geodatabase of Mumbai urban
- Conducted spatial property tax data validation with regional tax officers
- Performed geocoding and building mapping operations
Education
Master of Technology (MTech) - GIS
Bharathidasan University
Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, India01-2017
Master of Science (M.Sc.) - Geography
Shivaji University
Kolhapur, Maharashtra, India01-2014
Skills
GIS Software
ArcGIS (All Versions)
ArcGIS Pro & Online
Survey123 for ArcGIS
QGIS & Quantum GIS
Map Info & Arc Scene
GeoServer
Arcpy & Automation
Arcpy Scripting (Advanced)
Custom Geoprocessing Tools
Data Automation Scripts
Batch Processing
Spatial Analysis Tools
Raster & Vector Processing
Cloud GIS & Mobile
ArcGIS Online (Advanced)
Survey123 data collection
Web mapping applications
Power BI & DAX
Power BI (Advanced)
DAX Query Language
Data Modeling
Interactive Dashboards
Real-time Analytics
KPI Monitoring
Tableau Analytics
Tableau Desktop (Advanced)
Forecasting & Trends
Parameter-driven Analytics
Advanced Excel & VBA
VLOOKUP & HLOOKUP
VBA Macros & Automation
Power Query
Pivot Tables
Databases & SQL
PostgreSQL/PostGIS
SQL (Advanced)
PL/SQL (Oracle)
Python & Programming
Python (Advanced)
Pandas & NumPy
Scikit-learn (ML)
Data Processing
Web Development
HTML5 & CSS3
JavaScript (ES6)
Leafletjs (Web GIS)
Responsive Design
Interactive Web Apps
GitHub Copilot & AI
Prompt Engineering
Development Automation
Code Optimization
Image Processing
ERDAS Imagine
Google Earth Engine
ENVI
Pix4Dmapper
3D Reshaper
Adobe Photoshop
Design & CAD
AutoCAD 2D & 3D
Map Factory
Spatial Factory
Lighroom
3D Modeling
Vector Graphics
ArcGIS Online & Survey123
Advanced ArcGIS Online proficiency (Udemy trained)
Survey123 form design and data collection
Cloud-based mapping and web mapping applications
Feature services and REST API integration
Mobile GIS data collection workflows
Web maps and story maps creation
GitHub Copilot Expert
GitHub Copilot Expert - AI-assisted code generation and optimization
Prompt Engineering - Crafting optimal prompts for AI code suggestions
Development Automation - Automating development workflows with AI assistance
Pair Programming with Copilot for Python, SQL, JavaScript, HTML, CSS
Code optimization and refactoring using Copilot recommendations
Documentation generation and unit test writing with AI assistance
Arcpy & Custom Tools
Advanced Arcpy module scripting and automation
Custom geoprocessing tool development
Spatial analyst tools and network analysis
Batch processing and data automation pipelines
Raster and vector processing automation
Topology validation and data quality checks
PostgreSQL/PostGIS
Spatial database design and optimization
Geographic queries and spatial operations
Raster and vector data management
Spatial indexing and query optimization
PostGIS extension expertise
Advanced spatial analysis functions
DAX & Power Query
Advanced DAX formula creation and optimization
Complex calculated measures and KPIs
Power Query data transformation and cleaning
M language for advanced data transformations
Data model optimization and relationships
Real-time data refresh and monitoring
Certification
Data Analyst Certification
WORKSHOPS, CONFERENCES & PUBLICATIONS
- Workshops & Training
- Geospatial Analytics & Urban Planning - Aryabhata KU
- Geospatial Technologies for Environmental Modeling - University of Mumbai
- Urban Planning - Indian Institute of Remote Sensing
- Remote Sensing & GNSS - Indian Institute of Remote Sensing
- Advanced Geo-Surveying Techniques - Bharathidasan University
- Geospatial Technology in Coastal Studies - Alagappa University
- Resource Person: GIS Expert Talk Series - NIGMT Foundation (4 July 2024)
- Research Publications
- "Status of Housing and Household Amenities of Katakari Tribal Population in Raigad District: A Geographical Analysis"
- International Scholarly Research Journal (ISRJ) | ISSN: 22307850 | Vol 5, Issue 2, March 2015 | Co-Author
PERSONAL INFORMATION
- Date of Birth: 25 September 1989
- Location: Mumbai, India
- Permanent Address: At-Majare Kasarawada, Post-Turmbe, Taluk-Radhanagari, District-Kolhapur, PIN-416208, Maharashtra
- Availability: References, portfolio & project documentation available upon request
- 2026 | Harshal B. Jitakar | 7+ Years GIS & Data Analytics Professional
- GitHub Portfolio & Complete References Available Upon Request
Timeline
Junior Research Fellow (GIS)
Bombay Natural History Society
10.2022 - Current
Software Support Engineer
31 Infotech Consultancy Services (Client: MMRDA)
06.2022 - 10.2022
Junior Research Fellow (GIS)
Bombay Natural History Society
03.2019 - 06.2022
Project Coordinator
S2 Infotech International Ltd
06.2018 - 11.2018
GIS Executive
Prashant Advanced Survey Geospatial Technologies
12.2017 - 12.2018
Trainee GIS
Genesys International Corporation Pvt. Ltd
07.2017 - 12.2017
Master of Technology (MTech) - GIS
Bharathidasan University
Master of Science (M.Sc.) - Geography
Shivaji University