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I'm Dhruv Rao.
A Software Engineer
based in
Hartford, CT, USA.
Open to Work

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More About Dhruv

Hello! I'm Dhruv Rao, a graduate of the University of Connecticut, where I earned my Master's degree in Computer Science and Engineering.
Passionate about technology and innovation, I'm eager to apply my skills and knowledge in a dynamic professional environment.

More of my journey!

With 4 years of experience across software engineering and data science roles, I specialize in building intelligent systems that bridge the gap between technology and business. My expertise spans machine learning, generative AI, and full-stack development—designing scalable applications, automating data pipelines, and deploying models that drive data-informed decisions.

Skilled in Python, SQL, JavaScript, and deep learning frameworks like TensorFlow and PyTorch, I focus on optimizing performance and delivering actionable insights. I’ve led end-to-end ML projects, integrated GenAI solutions into real-world products, and aligned technical innovations with strategic goals. With strong communication skills, I translate complex ideas into impactful outcomes for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.


Soft Skills:
  • Problem Solver
  • Strategic Thinker
  • Team Player
  • Effective Communicator
  • Detail Oriented

I've Got Some skills.

  • 85%
    Python
  • 70%
    Java
  • 75%
    React / Node.js
  • 80%
    SQL / NoSQL
  • 70%
    Tableau
  • 80%
    Git
  • 70%
    Docker / Kubernetes
  • 85%
    AWS

Work Experience and Education

January 2024 - Present

Software Engineer

AIG
  • Built and deployed ML models and NLP APIs for insurance claim processing, reducing fraud by 22% and achieving 92% accuracy in real-time data extraction. Automated data pipelines and model retraining using Airflow, Spark, and Databricks, with scalable deployments via CI/CD on AWS.

January 2023 - May 2024

Graduate Assistant

University of Connecticut
  • Served as Graduate Assistant for Computer Architecture at UCONN, supporting 180+ students. Led labs on RARS and hardware with Python, held office hours, and graded assessments. Built Verilog unit tests for an Auto-Grader to streamline lab evaluation.

January 2020 - July 2022

Junior Data Scientist

Informative Web Solutions
  • Built ML models with scikit-learn and XGBoost to improve user retention by 18% and optimized pipelines for faster training. Created dashboards with Power BI, Looker, Tableau, cutting reporting time by 50%. Enhanced QA with OpenCV testing and cleaned MongoDB data for ML reliability.

August 2020 - February 2021

Undergraduate Research Assistant

SJB Institute of Technology
  • Led a Flask-based COVID-19 detection app using CNNs with 93% accuracy on X-ray images. Built a live global stats dashboard via CDC API and integrated an NLP chatbot for health info. Automated deployments with Jenkins, reducing release time by 40%.

August 2022 - May 2024

University of Connecticut - Storrs

Master's in Computer Science and Engineering

Relevent Coursework:

  1. Data Mining
  2. Machine Learning
  3. Computer Architecture
  4. Big Data Analytics
  5. Computer Networks and Data Com
  6. Research Work

    Worked under the Director of Computing on a record linkage problem, focusing on optimizing radius queries and solving closest pair problems to match and link similar records efficiently.

August 2017 - July 2021

Visvesvaraya Technological University

Bachelor's in Computer Science and Engineering

Relevent Coursework:

  1. Data Structure & Algorithms
  2. Database Management Systems
  3. Advance Java and J2EE
  4. Operating Systems
  5. Unix Shell Programming

Highlights

Actively participated in departmental events, tech clubs, and hackathons, building strong collaboration skills.

July 2003 - June 2016

G.L Public Senior Secondary School

Class 1 - Class 12
  • Obtained 82% in Class 12th Board Exam.
  • Secured a perfect 10 CGPA in Class 10th Board Exam.
  • Have been an active member of all Cultural events.
  • Served as the Head Boy of school.

Portfolio

See My Latest Projects.

Explore my collection of impactful projects that showcase my expertise in web development, data science, and machine learning. This portfolio highlights my ability to solve real-world problems with advanced intelligent state-of-the-art technical solutions.

Bank Management System

Database Management Project

Build software for paperless account opening into the bank and tracking the transaction as well as sending a monthly account statement to the customer e-mail address. It is a centralized banking app to track all user accounts with a National ID or Unique ID.

Stock Market Return Analysis

Machine Learning Project

Build a machine learning-based return predictor capable of forecasting enterprise returns and cumulative returns by analyzing trading volume and price actions.

Fashe: Online Shopping Portal

Web-Development Project

Established Fashe, an online shopping portal featuring a wide range of fashion products. Developed a recommendation system for selected products and implemented automated invoice delivery to users' emails upon purchase.

Covid-Finder

Machine Learning Project

Developed a rapid COVID-19 detection website by training a Convolutional Neural Network with sample images, achieving high accuracy. Additionally, managed a real-time visualization of global COVID-19 statistics, displaying active cases, deaths, and recoveries on a world map.

Crypto Price Prediction

Data Mining Project

Built an application by programmatically extracting and analyzing five years of historical Bitcoin data leveraging the TwelveData API, and preprocessed it for quality and consistency. Trained LSTM neural network model to make informed decisions achieving a remarkable 78% accuracy rate in the crypto market.

Loan Approval Analysis

Machine Learning Project

Developed a predictive model to forecast loan approval, achieving an accuracy of 88%. Identified crucial KPIs such as credit score trends and debt-to-income ratios to optimize lending decisions. Designed a Power BI dashboard to visualize insights on customer segmentation enabling data-driven recommendations for operational efficiency.

Radius Query Algorithm

Research Project

Developed an advanced spatial query algorithm that outperformed traditional methods in high-dimensional data analysis. Optimized for various applications, including healthcare and urban planning, with comparative evaluations using E2LSH.

Healthcare Record Linkage

Research Work

This project integrates advanced record linkage techniques to cluster healthcare records and efficiently analyze cost savings by identifying overlapping medical procedures (Blood tests, X-rays, Dental treatments) within specified time thresholds. It automates the cost-saving analysis and outputs the results to a file, offering a streamlined solution for healthcare cost optimization.

OPT Clock Tracker

Google Chrome Extension

Tracking your F1-OPT status just got easier! This Chrome extension tool will help F-1 OPT students manage their 90 days of unemployment for compliance. It provide a clear overview of your remaining days by providing a visual countdown to 90-day OPT end date. The extension also offers a dark mode option for user preference.

PassOP - Password Manager

Web-Development Project

Developed a secure, full-stack password manager using React, Tailwind, Express, and MongoDB, enabling users to store and manage encrypted credentials with authentication and intuitive UI.

Netflix

Web-Development Project

Built a responsive Netflix UI clone using HTML, Tailwind CSS, and JavaScript replicating the original layout and features like dynamic content cards, banner, and navigation for an authentic user experience.

Spotify Music Recommendation

Natural Language Processing

Created a Spotify-inspired music recommendation system using NLP techniques like TF-IDF and content-based filtering. Preprocessed song metadata, extracted semantic features from descriptions, and computed similarity scores to recommend personalized tracks based on user input.

Technical Proficiency.

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DATA SCIENCE
Microsoft Excel Alteryx Tableau / Power BI Business Metrics Analysis Matplotlib / Seaborn ChromaDB Looker
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MACHINE LEARNING AND AI
LangGraph / LangChain RAG NLP TensorFlow PyTorch NumPy / Pandas Hugging Face
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DATABASE MANAGEMENT
MongoDB SQL / NoSQL Apache Cassandra MySQL / PostgreSQL SSIS / SSRS Redis SQLite
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WEB DEVELOPMENT
React.js / Node.js / Express.js Git / Docker / Kubernetes AWS / GCP GraphQL RESTful APIs POSTMAN HTML5 / CSS3

CERTIFICATIONS

Here are some of my certificates.

I've obtained several certifications through online platforms and academic awards showcasing my commitment to continuous learning.

HONORS AND PUBLICATIONS

Listed below are a few of my accomplishments and publications.

HAXPLOIT '18

Engaged in a 24-hour coding challenge.

Developed a distinguished mini-game at the HaXploit 24-Hour Hackathon, organized by the CS and IT Department. This event drew participants from various colleges, and the project received recognition from board members for its innovation and execution.

Detection of COVID-19 Using CNN

Published a research paper.

Published a paper after a peer review at the CiiT International Journal of Digital Image Processing sponsored 7th National Conference on Advancement in Information Technology (NCAIT), Bengaluru. (March ’21)

KLAD

Kinetic Lifestyle Augmentedly Designed

Successfully presented an innovative augmented reality (AR) virtual clothing try-on system to a group of potential investors. The presentation showcased the system's cutting-edge technology and user-friendly interface, securing strong endorsements and enthusiastic support from the investors.

Interested in collaborating?

I am currently working on a new project titled 'Record Linkage' which is focused on developing innovative data integration techniques. For more details about the project, please visit my GitHub profile.

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Internships

12

Projects Completed

3

Project Team Leader

1

Paper Published

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Email

dhruv.rao1903@gmail.com

Address

100 Trumbull Street
Hartford, Connecticut
USA 06103

Phone

+1 (707)-677-8259