About

I'm Neha Tirunagiri, a passionate Computer Science student at Iowa State University with a minor in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence. I thrive on tackling complex challenges through software development and data-driven solutions. I have experience spanning both frontend and backend development; I've worked on numerous projects that have honed my skills in Python, Java, JavaScript, and R. I'm eager to apply my skills in a real-world environment, particularly in software development roles that push the boundaries of innovation and user experience.

Skills

Skill Set & Knowledge

  1. HTML

    The standard markup language for creating and structuring web pages.

  2. CSS

    A stylesheet language used for designing the layout and appearance of web pages.

  3. JavaScript

    A programming language for adding interactivity and dynamic content to web pages.

  4. Python

    A versatile, high-level language popular for web development, data science, and automation.

  5. Java

    A powerful, platform-independent language used for building enterprise and Android applications.

  6. SQL

    A language for managing and querying data in relational databases.

  7. React

    A JavaScript library for building fast, interactive user interfaces for web applications.

  8. Node.js

    A JavaScript runtime for server-side development, known for its scalability and non-blocking architecture.

  9. Spring Boot

    A Java-based framework that simplifies the creation of production-ready applications and microservices.

  10. Android Studio

    The official IDE for Android development, offering tools for designing, coding, and testing mobile apps.

  11. Git

    A version control system for tracking changes in code and facilitating collaboration among developers.

  12. GitHub

    A platform for hosting Git repositories, enabling version control, code review, and collaboration.

  13. MySQL

    An open-source relational database management system widely used for web applications.

  14. MongoDB

    A NoSQL database that stores data in flexible, JSON-like documents for scalable applications.

  15. R

    A programming language specialized in statistical computing, data analysis, and visualization.

Experience

Work Experience

  1. Computing Support Technician

    Iowa State University Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering

    Specialized in troubleshooting computing and electronic issues, managing resources, guiding projects, and getting trained on new technologies.

  2. Data Research Analyst Internship

    Kingland

    Provided data maintenance and cleansing for capital markets and large banking firms through internet-based research.

  3. Mathematics Tutor

    Iowa State University

    Helped peers excel academically by providing guidance and support in various subjects, enhancing personal knowledge and communication skills.

Internship Experience

  1. Research Intern, Housing & AI Project

    Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.

    Developed an AI-powered chatbot to provide housing insights, storing all documents in SQL and training an LLM to generate interactive maps with Folium and conduct advanced data analysis.

    Watch the Project Overview Video

Leadership & Involvement

Leadership Roles & Membership

  1. Data Science Club Member

    Active member contributing to data analysis projects and club events.

  2. DIS (Destination Iowa State) Team Leader

    Led a team to guide new students during orientation and help them integrate into campus life.

  3. GDSC Club (Google Developer Student Club) Tech Team Member

    Part of the tech team, responsible for organizing workshops and tech talks.

  4. WISE (Women in Lead Conference) Member

    Participated in various events and conferences to promote leadership among women in tech.