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Synopsis
I'm a fullstack engineer who builds fast, creatively
I blend engineering leadership and marketing: building products and scaling them
I document my journey and share tips on Instagram @journey.of.ani. I also write and read books
Experience and Association
Work
Self-employed
Association
Founding Engineer
Shiplo
Jun 2025 - Oct 2025
Chicago, IL
Scaled to 304 people; co-built Python server + multi-platform AI-operator platform
Launched GTM from scratch in 4 weeks, 100% organic reach.
Owned roadmap, budget, and 3-person eng loop; admitted to Delta Residency & Founder University 11.
Founding Engineer
Coffee Logic LLC
Oct 2024 - May 2025
Atlanta, GA
Solo-built cross-platform mobile app with local Python predictive model.
Shipped MVP in 3 weeks; 14 feature releases Q1 via weekly user-feedback sprints.
Implemented 25 customer-requested features in 3 days.
Software Engineering Intern
Quad City Tennis Club
May 2023 - Aug 2023
Moline, IL
Re-architected website & backend; cut page load 3.2s → 1.1s (≈66% faster).
Ran 6 stakeholder sessions; shipped 5 features on schedule.
SIG Mobile Development Founder & Lead
Association of Computing Machinery (ACM) @ UIC
Jun 2024 - Jun 2025
Chicago, IL
Founded and scaled SIG Mobile from 0 → 30+ members.
Ran weekly workshops; led React Native and Flutter dev mentorships.
Guided teams to 1st-place wins at WildHacks, MHacks, and SparkHacks.
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Achievements
WildHacks
1st Place | 450+ participants | Project: Waddl
SparkHacks
1st place | 400+ participants | Project: Raydar
MHacks
Honorable Mention to 1st Place | 750+ participants | Project: Rockefeller
UncommonHacks
2nd place | 150+ participants | Project: Midas
HopHacks
Top 10 | 300+ participants | Project: Hermes
NASA Space Apps Chicago
Top 10 in city | Project: EcoSteps
Dean's List
Dean's List for Academic Excellence - 2024 to 2025
Class of 1965 Scholarship
Hometown scholarship for academic excellence
Roy H. Pollack Scholarship
College sholarship for academic excellence
Standout Projects
Sharks
AI-driven ocean conservation system combining satellite analytics and real-time tracking.
Rockefeller
Multi-agent AI automating end-to-end online business launch in minutes.
Hermes
Smart phone-call assistant navigating IVRs and summarizing calls with AI.
Tempus
Rust-based terminal productivity tracker with embedded ML categorization.
Storyboard.AI
Multi-agent AI co-author summarizing story beats and suggesting twists.
Waddl
AI-powered productivity webapp with computer vision and social accountability.
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Skills
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Courses
Major
CS111 - Program Design I
Introduction to programming concepts and computational thinking.
MATH180 - Calculus I
Basics of differential and integral calculus.
CS141 - Program Design II
Intermediate programming techniques and software development.
CS151 - Foundations of Computing
Overview of computing principles and computer system fundamentals.
MATH181 - Calculus II
Continuation of calculus covering integration, sequences, and series.
IE342 - Probability & Stat for Engr
Probability and statistics with applications tailored for engineering.
CS211 - Programming Practicum
Hands-on projects applying programming skills in real-world scenarios.
CS251 - Data Structures
Study of data organization methods and algorithm efficiency.
MATH210 - Calculus III
Multivariable calculus and advanced integration techniques.
ENGR100 - CS Success Seminar - FYF
Seminar focused on developing academic and career success skills in CS.
General Education
BIOS110 - Biol of Cells & Organisms
Introduction to cell biology and the structure of living organisms.
BIOS120 - Populations & Communities
Study of population dynamics and ecological communities.
CHEM100 - Chemistry and Life
Fundamentals of chemistry as it relates to biological processes.
PHYS1 - AP Physics 1
Fundamental physics principles for non-majors.
POLS101 - Intro to American Government
Overview of the U.S. political system and government structure.
PSCH100 - Introductory Psychology
Foundational concepts in human behavior and psychological theory.
STAT101 - Introduction to Statistics
Basic statistical methods and data analysis techniques.
ENGL160 - Composition I
Fundamentals of academic writing and composition.
ENGL161 - Composition II
Advanced academic writing and communication skills.
ENGL101 - Intro to Literature
Survey of literary works with an emphasis on analysis and interpretation.
ENGL105 - Intro to Fiction
Examination of narrative techniques and storytelling in fiction.
CL100 - Greek Civilization
Study of ancient Greek history, culture, and contributions.
HON122 - Hon Core Ind & Soc / World Cu
Interdisciplinary honors course on individual, society, and world cultures.
THTR102 - Introduction to Theatre
Exploration of theatrical arts, history, and performance techniques.
Hobbies
Cinema
Exploring various genres of film, from classics to the latest releases.
Reading Nonfiction
Studying books on business strategy and self development.
Reading Fiction
Reading fiction helps me generate ideas and helps me gain an appreciation for the creative mind.
Swimming and Running
Staying active and relaxed through regular laps and runs.
Writing
I enjoy the process of generating ideas and crafting storylines. Currently writing a fantasy novel I intend to publish.