Meet Desai

About

Computer Engineering student at SAL Institute of Technology & Engineering Research with experience in machine learning, embedded systems, and full-stack project development. Active in campus leadership, hackathons, and AI/robotics research and prototypes.

Experience

• President
  SAL Institute of Technology & Engineering Research
  2024 – Present
• Google Campus Ambassador
  Google Developer Programs
  2024 – Present
• Microsoft Learn Student Ambassador
  Microsoft
  2024 – Present
• Multi-Platform Campus Ambassador
  Company
  2024 – Present
• Machine Learning Intern
  Codveda Technologies
  2024 – —

Education

• B.E. in Computer Engineering
  SAL Institute of Technology & Engineering Research
  Computer Engineering · Aug 2024 – Dec 2028

Skills

• C <3 months
• CSS <3 months
• HTML <3 months
• Python <3 months
• Machine Learning <3 months
• Java <3 months
• JavaScript <3 months
• Node.js <3 months
• OpenCV <3 months
• React <3 months
• TensorFlow <3 months
• ESP32 <3 months
• Yolo <3 months
• SLAM <3 months
• IoT integration <3 months
• ARM <3 months
• Generative AI (ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) <3 months

Tools / apps / platforms

• Amazon Web Services AWS <3 months
• Arduino <3 months
• Gazebo <3 months
• Git <3 months
• GitHub <3 months
• Linux <3 months
• Microsoft Azure <3 months
• ROS2 <3 months
• VS Code <3 months

Projects

• MirageMind AI – Planetary Life Signature Estimation System
  ESP32, ROS2 Humble, Python, OpenCV, Sensor Fusion, Embedded AI, Gazebo, Computer Vision, Linux

  Architected an AI-assisted planetary exploration prototype integrating ESP32, ROS2 Humble, and multi-sensor fusion to detect life signatures via real-time anomaly detection and spatial intelligence. Engineered a multi-sensor intelligence framework analyzing movement patterns, light variations, and environmental disturbances to simulate autonomous rover exploration for extraterrestrial missions. Implemented real-time sensor fusion, ultrasonic spatial scanning, AI anomaly estimation, and ROS2 telemetry for intelligent environmental analysis; validated through Gazebo cinematic simulation.

• InnoCheck Enterprise – GenAI Idea & Patent Validator
  Python, Generative AI, Multi-model Pipeline, Web Development

  Architected an AI-powered SaaS platform validating startup ideas and patents using generative AI, evaluating feasibility, innovation score, and patent conflicts across 50+ ideas tested. Integrated multi-model GenAI pipeline with a responsive web frontend, reducing manual IP research time by an estimated 60%.

• VisionShield – AI Smart Surveillance System
  Python, OpenCV, YOLO, Computer Vision

  Developed an intelligent real-time surveillance system using YOLO object detection and OpenCV, achieving sub-200ms detection latency on standard hardware. Implemented alert-based monitoring logic for suspicious activity, deployed for campus and public-space environments.

• DhartiRakshak – Autonomous Soil Health Monitoring Robot
  Arduino, C++, Sensors, Robotics, IoT

  Engineered an autonomous agricultural robot for RoboFest Gujarat 5.0, collecting multi-parameter soil data with 4+ integrated sensor modules to support precision farming decisions.

• ISL Indian Sign Language Translator
  Python, OpenCV, Machine Learning, Computer Vision

  Built an accessibility-focused gesture recognition system converting 20+ hand gestures into readable text, achieving 85%+ recognition accuracy to bridge communication gaps for the hearing-impaired.

• MediFast – Instant Medicine Delivery Platform
  JavaScript, Web Development, Database Systems

  Developed a real-time medicine delivery web platform connecting users with nearby pharmacies, reducing average order fulfillment search time by 40%.

• TeamMateX – Hackathon Team Formation Platform
  HTML, CSS, JavaScript

  Built a dynamic web platform enabling skill-based team matching for hackathons, facilitating team formation for 100+ participants.

Courses & certifications

• The Joy of Computing using Python · NPTEL · 2026
• Google Cloud Certified Professional Cloud Architect · Google · 2026
• Introduction to Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) · IBM SkillsBuild · 2026
• Ethical Considerations for Generative AI · IBM SkillsBuild · 2026
• Agentic AI Crash Course · Product Space · 2026
• GDG Solution Challenge · Google Developer Groups · 2026
• Code For Bharat Season 2 · Government Initiative · 2026
• TATA GenAI Powered Data Analytics Job Simulation · Forage · 2025
• AWS Solutions Architecture Job Simulation · Forage · 2025

🏆 Achievements & awards

• 2nd Place — Robo Soccer

  College-level robotics competition, competing against 20+ teams.

• 2nd Place — Roborace Robotics Competition

  Demonstrated autonomous navigation and speed optimization.

• Selected Participant — TechSprint x LDCE Hackathon

  Selected participant at GDG on Campus LDCE hackathon.

• Selected Participant — Odoo x Adani University Hackathon · 2026

  Built enterprise-grade solutions.

• Participated — TATA Crucible Campus Quiz · 2025

  National-level corporate knowledge competition.

⚽ Extracurricular activities

• President, Unstop Igniter Club

  Led campus tech club strategy, organized hackathons and coding initiatives, and managed a core committee.

• Google Campus Ambassador

  Promoted Google developer programs and supported student participation in technical challenges.

• Microsoft Learn Student Ambassador

  Delivered workshops and guided students through Microsoft Learn and Azure fundamentals.

• Multi-Platform Campus Ambassador

  Represented multiple national platforms and connected students with hackathons, internships, and skill-building programs.

📚 Publications

• MirageMind AI: Autonomous Environmental Intelligence Platform for Habitability Assessment and Exploration ↗ · 2026