Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Projects
Languages
Interests
Timeline
SHIVAM RATHORE

SHIVAM RATHORE

Aspiring AI/ML Engineer
Shakarpur

Summary

Aspiring AI/ML Engineer seeking to apply a strong foundation in Python, deep learning, and Natural Language Processing toward designing and deploying production-ready AI/ML models and Generative AII-powered applications. Eager to work with Large Learning Models orchestration frameworks, RAG architectures, and cloud AI services to build scalable, real-world solutions.

Work History

AR/VR Intern

BharatXR
11.2025 - 12.2025
  • Designed, developed, and published 10+ Snapchat AR lenses using Lens Studio, managing the complete development pipeline.
  • Built AI-powered educational and entertainment lenses, achieving 80,000+ views with positive user engagement.
  • Gained hands-on experience in AR/VR development, including asset creation, testing, and deployment.

Education

Senior Secondary - PCM With Computer Science

ASN Sr. Sec. School, Mayur Vihar
04.2019 - 03.2023
  • Class XII (CBSE)
  • Class X (CBSE)

Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) - Computer Science & Engineering (Artificial Intelligence)

Greater Noida Institute of Technology (GNIOT), Greater Noida
08.2023 - Current

Skills

AI Tools: HuggingFace Large Learning Models, Ollama Models

Languages: Python, C, C, Java

Python Libraries: NumPy, Matplotlib, Pandas

Teamwork and collaboration

Tools: VS Code, Git, Arduino IDE

Embedded Systems: ESP32, Arduino

Accomplishments

  • Hackmania Hackathon (Microsoft, Gurugram): Led Team CodeSmiths; secured 2nd Runner-up and was shortlisted among the Top 20 teams from 1,500+ participants.
  • Galgotias International Hackathon (GIH): Achieved Top 30 in a 36-hour national coding hackathon.
  • YUKTI-NIR Startup Challenge: Advanced to the semifinals in a startup and innovation-focused hackathon.

Projects

1. Visual Gaze – AI-Based Assistive Communication System for Locked-In Syndrome (LIS)

Tech Stack: Python, OpenCV, MediaPipe, NumPy, Scikit-learn, Tkinter, NLP, ESP32-CAM

Project Overview
  • Developed an AI-powered assistive communication system that enables patients with Locked-In Syndrome (LIS) to communicate using only eye movements.
  • Designed the system to detect gaze direction, identify blinking patterns, and convert user intent into text and speech.
  • Built an accessible user interface with large buttons and high-contrast elements for ease of use.
Key Features
  • Real-time eye and iris tracking using MediaPipe Face Mesh.
  • Blink detection for click/selection operations.
  • Virtual keyboard controlled entirely through eye movements.
  • Predictive text suggestions to reduce typing effort.
  • Text-to-Speech conversion for spoken communication.
  • Custom phrase shortcuts for frequently used sentences.
  • User calibration process to improve gaze accuracy.
  • Notes section to save important messages.
  • Responsive GUI suitable for differently-abled users.
AI/ML & Computer Vision
  • Used MediaPipe facial landmarks to accurately track iris positions.
  • Processed webcam frames using OpenCV.
  • Implemented gaze estimation based on normalized iris coordinates.
  • Applied image preprocessing techniques to improve tracking stability.
  • Optimized tracking to reduce false gaze detections.
Hardware Integration
  • Integrated ESP32-CAM for wireless video streaming.
  • Used Arduino Nano for hardware interfacing.
  • Designed wearable smart-glasses prototype.
  • Powered the system using a rechargeable battery and voltage regulator.
Challenges Solved
  • Reduced noise caused by varying lighting conditions.
  • Improved cursor stability during eye movement.
  • Minimized accidental selections through blink validation.
  • Increased responsiveness by optimizing frame processing.
Skills Demonstrated
  • Computer Vision
  • Human-Computer Interaction
  • Python Development
  • AI-assisted Accessibility
  • Embedded Systems Integration
  • Real-time Video Processing
  • Problem Solving
2. Smart Notepad with AI Integration (JOTBOX)

Tech Stack: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Tailwind CSS, Python, OpenAI API, Pinecone Vector Database

Project Overview
  • Designed and developed an AI-powered note-taking web application inspired by Apple Notes and Google Keep.
  • Integrated generative AI features to help users summarize, rewrite, expand, and improve notes.
  • Built an intuitive and responsive interface focused on productivity.
Key Features
  • Create, edit, delete, and organize notes.
  • AI-powered note summarization.
  • Grammar correction and content enhancement.
  • Text expansion and paraphrasing.
  • Smart title generation.
  • Responsive UI for desktop and mobile devices.
  • Clean, distraction-free writing experience.
AI Integration
  • Connected the application with the OpenAI API.
  • Enabled intelligent rewriting and summarization of notes.
  • Used prompt engineering to generate high-quality responses.
  • Reduced manual editing effort through automated text improvements.
Vector Database Integration
  • Explored Pinecone Vector Database for semantic note storage.
  • Generated embeddings for notes.
  • Implemented semantic similarity search.
  • Enabled retrieval of contextually similar notes rather than exact keyword matches.
Frontend Development
  • Built a responsive interface using Tailwind CSS.
  • Implemented dynamic note rendering using JavaScript.
  • Designed reusable UI components.
  • Improved user experience with smooth interactions.
Challenges Solved
  • Managed API integration and response handling.
  • Optimized prompt design for consistent AI output.
  • Structured note storage for future semantic retrieval.
  • Handled asynchronous API requests efficiently.
Skills Demonstrated
  • Full-Stack Web Development
  • REST API Integration
  • Prompt Engineering
  • Vector Databases
  • Frontend Development
  • JavaScript
  • UI/UX Design
  • AI Application Development

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
Japanese
Elementary (A2)
Hindi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Interests

Home Labbing

Tinkering with hardware

Cooking

Bike riding

Timeline

AR/VR Intern - BharatXR
11.2025 - 12.2025
Greater Noida Institute of Technology (GNIOT) - Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.), Computer Science & Engineering (Artificial Intelligence)
08.2023 - Current
ASN Sr. Sec. School - Senior Secondary, PCM With Computer Science
04.2019 - 03.2023
SHIVAM RATHOREAspiring AI/ML Engineer