Harsh Santwani

AI-ML Engineering Student & Programmer Intern

Ahmedabad, IN.

About

Highly motivated AI-ML Engineering student with proven experience in developing and deploying full-stack applications, algorithmic trading strategies, and AI-powered solutions. Leveraged expertise in Python, C#, and modern web frameworks to contribute to open-source projects, enhance system automation, and drive measurable improvements in efficiency and functionality. Eager to apply strong problem-solving skills and a passion for cutting-edge technology to impactful software engineering or AI/ML development roles.

Work

Multiple Open-Source Projects

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Open Source Contributor

Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India

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Summary

Actively contributed to 6 prominent open-source projects, enhancing functionality and user experience across various platforms.

Highlights

Merged 13+ PRs across 6 open-source projects, adding Redmine & GitLab webhook integrations, fixing message view bugs, and refactoring admin UI components.

Contributed to Zulip (25k+ stars) across backend, integrations, and frontend modules, demonstrating full-stack development capabilities.

SpeedBot

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Programmer Intern

Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India

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Summary

Engineered and optimized algorithmic trading strategies and developed core platform features, significantly enhancing automation and developer efficiency.

Highlights

Engineered and customized 15+ quantitative algorithmic trading strategies using C# and Python, leveraging backtesting frameworks for robust validation and incorporating features like Rollover Reexecution to enhance automation and reduce manual trade adjustments.

Designed and contributed to a Code-Based Strategy Creation module, enabling users to author and test custom Python strategies directly within the platform.

Designed and implemented Cursor IDE rule-based workflows, enabling 50% automation in strategy creation and significantly reducing developer onboarding time.

Improved platform reliability and functionality by performing rigorous testing, debugging, and profiling, culminating in a successful open-source pull request.

Education

Adani Institute of Engineering

Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
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Bachelor of Engineering Computer Engineering (AI-ML) Grade: CGPA: 9.10

Shanti Asiatic School

Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
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High School Diploma Senior Secondary (XII) CBSE Grade: Percentage: 93

Awards

Top 14 Finisher, HackOut 23

DA-IICT

Recognized for outstanding performance, finishing in the top 14 out of numerous participants in the HackOut 23 hackathon, demonstrating strong problem-solving and development skills.

Finalist, Odoo Hackathon (3500+ members)

Odoo

Achieved finalist status in a highly competitive hackathon with over 3500 participants, showcasing exceptional technical acumen and innovative solutions.

Languages

English

Skills

Programming Languages

Python, C#, Java.

Web Frameworks

HTML, CSS, Django, FastAPI, NextJs, Langgraph.

Databases

MySQL, PostgreSQL.

AI / ML

Machine Learning, LLM-based systems, Agent Workflows.

Projects

AI Dictionary (Recent-AI)

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Summary

Developed a full-stack AI knowledge platform across 3 codebases that automatically discovers, aggregates, and organizes AI tools, research, and industry news, leveraging Next.js, TypeScript, Python, FastAPI, and Supabase.

Moneta - Personal Finance Manager

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Summary

Developed a full-stack web application using Django and PostgreSQL to track and manage personal finances with interactive data visualization via Chart.js.