About Me
Hey there! I'm Akshay KS
Passionate Student & Tech Explorer
About Me
A passionate and self-driven student exploring the world of tech with curiosity and ambition. I enjoy building impactful digital experiences — whether it's web platforms, mobile apps, or scalable backend systems.
Tech Interests
- Full-Stack Web, Mobile App Development & System Design
- DevOps, CI/CD, and Cloud Infrastructure
- AI/ML, Generative AI, Agentic AI & Large Language Models
Experience Highlights
I have gained practical experience through hands-on projects, hackathons, and open-source contributions, complementing my academic foundation. Engaging in competitive programming has honed my problem-solving skills, while collaborating with peers has strengthened my understanding of teamwork and collaboration.
Looking Ahead
I'm excited to continue growing as a software engineer, eager to take on real-world challenges and contribute meaningfully to impactful projects. Always open to new ideas, mentorship, and collaborations that push boundaries and foster innovation.
Learning every day • Building with intent • Open to collaborations
Education
Bachelor of Technology - BTech, Computer Engineering
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Coimbatore
Core Computer Engineering program with focus on software development, algorithms, system design and modern technologies.
Bachelor of Science - BS, Data Science (Dual Degree)
Indian Institute of Technology, Madras
Dual degree program focusing on data science and analytics. Exploring statistical analysis, machine learning, and data-driven decision making.
Work Experience
Image Processing Team Member
Sony SSUP
- • Part of Sony SSUP's Spresense-powered smart polyhouse initiative to optimize solar drying in agriculture using edge AI
- • Worked in a 4-member image processing team on automated drying time estimation and produce quality assessment
- • Captured and curated 2,000+ high-quality real-time images, building structured datasets to power model training
- • Developed lightweight ML classifiers to predict drying stages and optimal duration with >90% accuracy
- • Compressed model size from 800KB to <40KB (~95% reduction) for efficient edge deployment
- • Deployed models using Edge Impulse on Sony's Spresense, ensuring <1s inference latency on-device
Back End Developer
Amrita School of Business - Coimbatore
- • Developed a robust event registration web application for Pragati 2025, the B-Fest of Amrita School of Business
- • Designed and implemented backend routes for core functionalities including event listing, user registration, and transaction processing
- • Created and maintained Swagger API documentation to standardize backend communication across teams
- • Integrated PayU payment gateway securely to handle participant payments and confirmations
Software Development Intern
1000Lookz
- • Built an AI-powered hairstyle recommendation system using GANs for generating realistic hairstyle transformations
- • Designed and optimized the UI for an intuitive and seamless user experience
- • Implemented a standalone RAG pipeline using DeepSeek to answer user queries based on uploaded PDF documents and codebases
Hacktoberfest 2024 Contributor
Hacktoberfest
- • Participated in Hacktoberfest for the first time, contributing to open-source projects
- • Collaborated with maintainers to implement features, debug issues, and optimize codebases
- • Gained hands-on experience with Git, GitHub, and open-source workflows
- • Made meaningful contributions to the tech community while improving coding skills
Open Source Contributor | GSSoC 2024
GirlScript Summer of Code
- • Participated in my first open-source event, contributing to a project in the GirlScript Summer of Code
- • Successfully implemented a feature and resolved a bug, enhancing understanding of open-source workflows
- • Built confidence and skills in version control systems like Git and GitHub
- • Gained insight into community-driven software development practices
College Clubs & Activities
ACM Student Chapter Amrita
Member
Member of the ACM Student Chapter at Amrita, engaging in computer science activities and professional development.
Google Developer Student Clubs
Member
Active member of GDSC contributing to the tech community at Amrita School of Engineering, Coimbatore.
Programming Languages & Tools
Programming Languages
Python
Go
JavaScript
TypeScript
HTML
CSS
Java
C++
Dart
Flutter
SQL
Frameworks & Libraries
React
Next.js
Node.js
Express
Flask
TailwindCSS
Bootstrap
TensorFlow
Tools & Technologies
Git
Docker
GCP
MongoDB
PostgreSQL
Redis
Linux
VS Code
Postman
Figma
CI/CD
Kubernetes
Firebase
npm
Supabase
Android Studio
Personal Interests
What keeps me inspired outside of coding
Sports
Athletic Activities
Playing and watching various sports keeps me active and competitive
Reading Books
Knowledge & Stories
Tech blogs, sci-fi novels, and philosophy books expand my perspective
Music
Audio & Sound
From classical symphonies to modern beats - music fuels my creativity
Fitness
Health & Wellness
Running and workouts keep my mind sharp and body energized
Personal Traits
The qualities that drive my work and relationships
Self-Motivated
Drive & Initiative
I thrive on setting ambitious goals and pushing myself to achieve them
Curious Learner
Knowledge Seeker
Always eager to dive deep into new technologies and concepts
Collaborative
Team Player
I believe the best solutions come from diverse perspectives working together
Detail-Oriented
Quality Focus
I pay attention to the small things that make a big difference
Creative Problem Solver
Innovative Thinking
I love finding innovative solutions to complex challenges
Adaptable
Quick Learner
I quickly adjust to new environments and embrace change as growth