Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Hobbies and Interests
Accomplishments
Awards
Additional Information
Timeline
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Pragati Kumari

Pragati Kumari

Bihar

Summary

AI/ML researcher and software engineer specializing in NLP, Generative AI, and machine learning. Currently applying AI in healthcare and leading efforts in software development and test automation. Skilled in building production-ready ML models, deploying AI pipelines, and integrating data-driven solutions into scalable systems. Brings hands-on experience, performance optimization, and a research-informed development approach.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

COMMITTEE MEMBER

EasyChair
02.2024 - Current
  • Program Committee for the Artifact Track of the 32nd IEEE International Requirements Engineering 2024 (RE 2024); reviewed research artifacts and articles for quality, relevance, and reproducibility.

RESEARCH SCHOLAR

IIIT Vadodara
01.2022 - 08.2024
  • Applied Generative AI and NLP to automate software requirement elicitation and improve accountability.
  • Integrated GenAI techniques with engineering tools to optimize requirement workflows and boost development efficiency.

PROJECT ASSOCIATE

IIIT Vadodara
10.2022 - 07.2024
  • Led the end-to-end development of the ISRO-sponsored Safe Ship Navigation System, managing routing algorithms, system integration, and real-time data handling across mobile and web platforms.
  • Conducted algorithmic optimization and testing while coordinating cross-functional teams, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with maritime safety standards.
  • Wrote comprehensive technical documentation and performed literature-driven analysis to identify research gaps and deliver an innovative, weather-aware maritime solution.

TEACHING ASSISTANT

IIIT Vadodara
01.2022 - 12.2022
  • Conducted DBMS and Software Engineering labs for BTech students, covering SQL, schema design, StarUML, Archi, and Selenium.
  • Delivered hands-on training to enhance students’ practical skills in database systems and software modeling tools.


TECHNICAL MENTOR AND PROGRAM DEVELOPER

Women School of Entrepreneurship
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Delivered training in computer operations and e-commerce site management to build foundational tech skills.
  • Empowered women entrepreneurs through hands-on experience with digital tools and business technologies.

MEAN STACK DEVELOPER

Avalanche Infotech Pvt. Ltd
12.2018 - 07.2019
  • Developed frontend for GACC Automation using JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Bootstrap
  • Managed data for 10,000+ students and deployed project

Education

Master of Technology - Information Architecture & Software Engineering

Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya
05.2019

Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Science & Engineering

Lakshmi Narayan College of Technology
Indore, India
05-2017

Skills

  • Experience with generative AI applications
  • NLP techniques expertise
  • Skilled in utilizing Google Gemini
  • Knowledgeable in large language model development
  • Prompt Engineering
  • Systematic testing procedures
  • LangChain implementation skills
  • Skilled in utilizing Anthropic Claude

Certification

  • Training Programme on High Performance Computing and Deep Learning, C-DAC ACTS, Pune — 2022-05-01
  • Fundamentals of Deep Learning, NVIDIA — 2022-02-01
  • DevOps Beginners to Advanced with Projects, Udemy — 2024-11-01
  • Generative AI Course, Google — 2024-02-01
  • Getting Started with DevOps, SkillUp by Simplilearn — 2022-11-01
  • Software Testing, NPTEL — 2022-10-01
  • Complete Python Course: Learn Hands-On Practically, Udemy — 2020-04-01

Languages

English: Advanced (C1)
Advanced (C1)
Hindi: Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Hobbies and Interests

Blogging ( link: https://medium.com/@ProgressInParadox ), Writing, Reading 

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with a team of 15 in the development of the Safe Ship Navigation project.
  • Developed a Context-Aware Software system using A* Algorithm.

Awards

  • First Position – Presentation Competition (Topic: Song & Poem), CH EdgeMakers
  • Second Position – Biography Competition, CH EdgeMakers - Showcased research and storytelling abilities
  • NSS Member – Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya, completed 240 hours of community service and led a 7-day rural survey

Additional Information

Worked on two projects at Outlier: Hopper V2 and Vibrant Clownfish

 Both focused on Prompt Engineering. Tasks included:

  • Designing prompt structures
  • Testing outputs for consistency and accuracy
  • Testing outputs for consistency and accuracy

Timeline

COMMITTEE MEMBER

EasyChair
02.2024 - Current

PROJECT ASSOCIATE

IIIT Vadodara
10.2022 - 07.2024

RESEARCH SCHOLAR

IIIT Vadodara
01.2022 - 08.2024

TEACHING ASSISTANT

IIIT Vadodara
01.2022 - 12.2022

TECHNICAL MENTOR AND PROGRAM DEVELOPER

Women School of Entrepreneurship
01.2021 - 01.2022

MEAN STACK DEVELOPER

Avalanche Infotech Pvt. Ltd
12.2018 - 07.2019

Master of Technology - Information Architecture & Software Engineering

Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya

Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Science & Engineering

Lakshmi Narayan College of Technology
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