Projects
Packaged Resume
Node.js, JavaScript, Git
- Developed an interactive command-line resume distributed as an npm package, accessible via
npm install -g akshar-resume - Implemented formatted tesxt, JSON, and QR code output modes for flexible viewing
- Configured npm publishing workflows with version control integration and metadata management to enable seamless updates and public accessibility
- Structured data using a modular JSON schema and integrated argument parsing for dynamic CLI rendering
Find Fake Friends
JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Git
- Built a privacy-first web app that analyzes Instagram data entirely in the browser.
- Designed a responsive UI with drag-and-drop ZIP file upload for seamless user experience.
- Automated categorization of followers into mutuals, non-followers, and one-sided followers.
- Enabled interactive list management, allowing users to remove entries for personal tracking.
Bear Necessities Market
JavaScript, Vue.js, Docker, HTML, CSS, RabbitMQ, Git
- Contributed to an open-source software used by the Bear Necessities Market food pantry to manage inventory, track anonymous visits, and generate usage reports for hundreds of students and community members.
- Developed a microservice-based reporting system to separate reporting logic from core services, improving modularity and maintainability.
- Integrated RabbitMQ to enable asynchronous, real-time data syncing across microservice databases for consistent visit and inventory tracking.
- Implemented unit and integration tests using Mocha and Chai to ensure accurate, anonymized data reporting and reliable inter-service communication.
ourPLCC
Python, Java, Docker, Git
- A Programming Languages Compiler Compiler that auto-generates code from a grammar file containing lexical, syntactic (BNF), and semantic rules, enabling users to build custom programming languages
- Expanded the semantics section to allow for a new section that accepts user written Python code, generating corresponding code in both Python and Java
- Implemented comprehensive bats tests for all 32 predefined languages, ensuring full test coverage and reliability
- Deployed a Dockerized testing environment and integrated it with a GitHub Actions pipeline to streamline and optimize the testing process
Portfolio
JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Git
- A personal portfolio website that highlights projects, skills, and experiences, includes links to social media profiles, and offers a user-friendly inquiry form
- Developed a modern and responsive portfolio website using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, hosted on GitHub pages
- Added a light/dark mode toggle that retains user preferences across page reloads and initializes based on the device's theme settings
- Integrated a functional 'Contact Me' form that enables users to send messages directly through the website
Get Spotify Stats
Python, Flask, HTML, CSS, Git
- A Flask website that enables users to discover trending new songs, view their Spotify account statistics, and generate personalized song recommendations to explore new sounds
- Leveraged the Spotify API to deliver real-time account statistics to users
- Automated the creation of a personalized Discover Weekly homepage for each visit, utilizing the most popular songs
- Implemented features that display users' recent songs, top tracks, top artists, and recommended songs across various time frames, providing a comprehensive overview of their account
Skills
Python
Java
JavaScript
TypeScript
Go
HTML/CSS
Docker
Flask
RabbitMQ
SQL
Git
Adobe Experience Manager
Experience
University
Western New England University
2021 - 2025
- Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
- GPA: 3.99
- Relevant Courses: Software Engineering, Parallel Computing, Programming Languages, Data Structures, Design & Analysis of Algorithms, Software Development, Software Design, Adv Discrete Mathematics, Design Database Management Systems, Image Processing, Theory of Computation, Foundations HCI, and more!
Peer Tutor
Western New England University
2023 - 2024
- Adapted teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and ensure comprehension of challenging subjects
- Developed supplementary materials and resources to reinforce learning and address specific student needs
- Facilitated one-on-one tutoring sessions, helping students grasp complex concepts in computer science and improve their academic performance
- Assisted peers in understanding programming languages and algorithms through tailored explanations and practical examples
Desktop Support Assistant
Western New England University
2023 - Present
- Provided technical support by answering phone calls and remotely accessing users' devices to troubleshoot and resolve issues efficiently
- Assisted users in-person, addressing walk-in inquiries and delivering prompt solutions to technical challenges
- Re-imaged devices to maintain system integrity and improve performance, facilitating a smooth user experience
- Set up labs, classrooms, and faculty workstations, ensuring all equipment was operational and ready for use
Data Analyst
Dow Jones
2025 - Present
- Developed a Python script to de-duplicate save tracking data, reducing daily manual effort by over 60% and increasing reporting accuracy
- Generated interactive dashboards and KPI reports to monitor QA metrics, improving visibility and accelerating stakeholder decision-making
- Leveraged AWS cloud infrastructure and SQL-based queries to process high-volume data efficiently, reducing analysis time and improving reporting scalability
- Delivered actionable data stories to senior stakeholders, leveraging advanced analytics to highlight trends, improve SLAs, and drive process optimization