Nehal Patil

I'm a Software Engineer

About

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Hello! I'm Nehal, a graduate student with keen interest in software development and AI technologies. I am an active learner about new technologies, contributing to open-source initiatives, I am a data-driven decision-maker having a knack for breaking down complex challenges.

Skills

I possess a diverse skill set with software development and integrating/utilizing AI in existing applications. Proficient in writing efficient code and developing complex and distributed applications and constantly checking out open-source projects, I continually strive to expand my expertise. While this shows my technical expertise, I always strive to improve my management skills. Below is a snapshot of my key technical proficiencies.

Scripting (Python3 | R) 90%
Data Analysis 65%
Cloud Services (AWS | Azure | GCP) 90%
Machine Learning | Generative AI 85%
Data structures & algorithms 90%
Distributed Computing 60%
Web Development (Backend - Node | Flask | CMS) 95%
Web Development ( Frontend - Next | React) 80%

Resume

Professional Experience

Software Engineer Fellow

Aug 2024 - Oct 2024

Headstarter AI - Remote

  • Designed and developed 5+ AI-powered applications, leveraging ReactJS, NextJS, OpenAI, Pinecone, Vercel, AWS, Material UI, Firebase, and Stripe API to create seamless user experiences.
  • Spearheaded the end-to-end development of Customer Support AI, Inventory Manager, Flashcards SaaS, and RateMyProfessor-like applications, following a microservices-based architecture for scalability and maintainability.
  • Engaged in weekly mentorship sessions with engineers from Google, Y Combinator, Stanford, Amazon, Bloomberg, Capital One, and venture-backed startups, gaining insights into industry best practices, system design, and AI-driven innovation.

Software Development Intern

May 2024 - Aug 2024

Leap of Faith Technologies - Remote

  • Engineered a 40% efficiency improvement in OMOP data querying and cohort creation by integrating IMO ontology and LLM-based data extraction techniques.
  • Revamped ETL pipelines, enhancing concept relationship mapping and incorporating ICD-9/10 search functionalities to retain critical clinical intent for healthcare data standardization.
  • Collaborated with 4+ cross-functional teams, clinicians, and data scientists, ensuring alignment on project goals, efficient stakeholder communication, and seamless project tracking.
  • Standardized clinical data mapping approaches in partnership with IMO, achieving a 25% reduction in mapping loss and ensuring greater consistency in healthcare informatics.

Graduate Research Assistant

Nov 2023 - Jan 2024

Illinois Institute of Technology - Remote

  • Developed and implemented an LLM-driven predictive model to analyze 50+ infrastructure parameters, assisting engineers in determining whether bridges required reconstruction, maintenance, or demolition.
  • Combined TensorFlow, Scikit-learn, and NLP techniques to enhance data processing capabilities, alongside a customized model utilizing OpenAI’s ChatGPT, maximizing data interpretation and recommendation accuracy.

Member of Technical Staff

Aug 2021 - Aug 2023

Mindstix Software Labs, Pune, MH, India - Hybrid

  • Led the revamp of a large-scale e-commerce platform serving 2 million+ users, optimizing backend performance, user experience, and system scalability.
  • Spearheaded the restructuring of a 100,000-line backend codebase, migrating to a cloud-based microservices architecture, resulting in a 40% reduction in response time and a 30% decrease in deployment time.
  • Developed high-performance APIs that seamlessly integrated backend operations with a React-based frontend, ensuring real-time data updates and improved user interactivity.
  • Implemented an advanced data indexing and manipulation algorithm, reducing latency to just 10 milliseconds, optimizing data retrieval and processing for large-scale applications.
  • Integrated Docker-based CI/CD pipelines, automating testing, building, and deployment workflows, leveraging Docker Hub and Docker Registry for secure image management, significantly reducing deployment overhead.
  • Worked extensively with a full-stack technology stack, including JavaScript (Node.js, React), Python (Flask, SQLAlchemy, RESTX, Pandas, Celery, Marshmallow), Azure, Docker, and Contentstack CMS to develop robust, scalable applications.

Software Engineering Intern

Nov 2019 - Mar 2020

Zensar Technologies, Pune, MH, India - Onsite

  • Mastered Java programming language through hands-on experience, developing a proficiency in various Java frameworks.
  • Applied acquired knowledge to build multiple applications, showcasing practical skills and versatility in Java development.
  • Demonstrated expertise in Java by successfully completing and delivering projects during my tenure at Zensar and while working on freelance assignments.

Education

Master of Science in Computer Science

Aug 2023 - Present

Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago

Key Courses: Algorithms, Data Mining, Natural Language Processing, Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Cloud Computing, Data Intensive Computing.

Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Engineering

Aug 2018 - Jun 2021

Savitribai Phule Pune University

Key Courses: C, Data Structures, Algorithms, Java, Software Modeling, High Performance Computing, Data Analytics, Database Management.

Diploma Holder, Computer Technology

Aug 2015 - Jul 2018

K. K. Wagh Polytechnic

Grade: 72.04, Activities: Football, Dorm Committee Member

Portfolio

As a dedicated student, I actively engaged myself in the world of technology by constantly learning about new advancements and reading research papers.

  • All
  • Data Analysis
  • AI/ML
  • Web Development
  • Web AI
  • Robotics

Population per County, US

Skills: Python, Jupyter
Details: This is a visualisation of population of the United States. This map shows the population in the country according to counties. It lists the population of the county & set the color to the counties according to the specified number. This project uses pandas, iplot & figure_factory python libraries.

Covid-19 Visualization

Skills: Python, Jupyter
Details: This is a visualisation of coronavirus cases found all over the world. In this the record of cases of coronavirus found around the world will be visualized. As we know the COVID-19 has spread thoughout the world now, the number of cases until June 2020 is shown in this map.

PREDICT PROBABILITY OF CONTACTING COVID-19

Skills: Python, Jupyter
Details: The probability of you getting exposed to COVID-19 is calculated in this project based on the state you live, number of patients in your city, your travel history, etc. You get a number indicating the percentage of probability of gettingexposed to the virus. It also calculates the chances of you acting as a carrier for the virus. The orange areas show the areas affected by the virus.

Stock Price Analysis

Skills: Python, Jupyter, ALTAIR
Details: This project focuses on drawing useful insights on various stocks(used Apple, Microsoft, IBM) & to visualize the stocks data available in easiest way possible to read.

ML Studio

Skills: HTML, CSS, Javascript, Python3, Jupyter online
Details: Ml Studio is a website designed by me & my team, which encompasses machine learning modules, made available to any user specifically for students to view, practice, & edit/get hands-on experience on those modules to understand some common ML modules & eventually get better at it.

Ai Content Detector

Skills: Python3(Tensorflow, LSTM), Jupyter
Details: A Machine Learning model built using LSTMs which can detect text written by generative AI models like GPT, Gemini or Llama.

Image to Cartoon convertor

Skills: Python3(OpenCV, Matplotlib), Jupyter
Details: This project takes any image for input & converts it to it's cartoon/sketch-like form(OR adds a cartoon effect to it).

Portfolio Website

Skills: HTML, CSS, Javascript, Bootstrap
Details: The same website which you are viewing right now.

Old portfolio

Skills: HTML, CSS, Javascript
Details: An older version of the same website which you are viewing right now with major UI/UX improvements.

Save Food

Skills: HTML, CSS, Javascript, MySQL
Details: Connects surplus food providers with local food banks and community organizations. Checkout the Devpost here.

AI Pantry Tracker

Skills: CSS, Firebase, ReactJS, NextJS, OpenAI, MUI
Details: An AI-powered Inventory Management System featuring real-time inventory tracking, AI-powered image recognition for adding items, and smart recipe suggestions.

AI Customer Support

Skills: CSS, ReactJS, NextJS, OpenAI, MUI
Details: An AI-powered customer support application which works with you as your personal companion, but much better and advanced than any chatbot.

AI Flashcards

Skills: Firebase, ReactJS, NextJS, Stripe, OpenAI, MUI, Clerk
Details: An AI-powered flashcard saas, which offers intelligent flashcard creation, while keeping certain features behind a paywall.

AI Rate Professor

Skills: Pinecone, Firebase, ReactJS, NextJS, Stripe, OpenAI, MUI, Clerk
Details: A RAG-Powered AI Assistant: The Rate My Professor Project serves as an excellent example of RAG in action.

AI To-Do's

Skills: Convex, Tailwind CSS, ReactJS, NextJS, Stripe, OpenAI, Clerk
Details: A smart task management system that allows users to create, view, and manage a list of to-dos with AI-powered to-do creation capabilities.

Tracer: Code Copilot

Skills: vscode, openAI, openRouter, JS/TS, HTML/CSS
Details: A smart code planner and code Copilot which works as a vscode extension. Writes plan and generates code.

RC Truck

Skills: Arduino, Android, Embedded systems
Details: Connected all the electronics & integrated and developed an android app to control the vehicle communicating with the bluetooth module onboard the vehicle, which communicated with the Arduino and motor drivers. The arduino operated all the electronics on the vehicle.

Spur Test Scheduler

Skills: Git, JS/TS, HTML/CSS, Tailwind, Supabase
Details: A Software Testing Scheduler designed to track all testing schedules. Developed as a webapp, it helps track, add new, and delete schedules.

Angel Scraper

Skills: Next.js, Supabase, Hunter.io, SerpAPI
Details: A webapp which scrapes the internet platforms for the keyword user enters and it fetches their contact details.

Contact

Feel free to reach out for collaboration, project inquiries, hiring, or any questions you may have.

WHERE TO FIND ME

Chicago, IL, USA, 60616

CALL ME AT

+1 (312)619-8543

EMAIL ME AT

npatil14@hawk.iit.edu

Projects

Internships

Leetcode problems solved

Coffee Cups