Created multilingual tech literacy guides and visual navigation tools to help non-English-speaking immigrants access job portals, school systems, and healthcare forms. Taught basic computer skills at the local library weekly.

Assisted elderly and immigrant patrons with email setup, document uploads, and online applications. Served as the only Gujarati translator in the digital literacy program, helping bridge language and technology gaps.

Led weekly sessions on Python, robotics, and algorithmic thinking. Organized internal hackathons and collaborative projects, including a Raspberry Pi-based motion sensor for hallway lights in the school building.

Wrote beginner-friendly tutorials on coding, AI ethics, and computer engineering principles in both English and Gujarati. Reached over 10,000 readers globally, many from rural India.



Contributed to a faculty-led project on embedded systems for assistive devices. Helped design a low-cost microcontroller prototype to improve accessibility for visually impaired users.



Tutored underclassmen in algebra, calculus, and physics. Known for simplifying complex concepts and relating problems to real-world tech applications to make learning more engaging.

Organized Diwali and Holi cultural events, mentored younger Indian-American students navigating cultural identity, and initiated a service project to translate school resources into South Asian languages.

Participated in 10+ hackathons, placing top 3 in several. Built socially driven projects such as a public transit chatbot and a food pantry app with real-time inventory tracking.



National Honorable Mention – Aspirations in Computing Award - Recognized nationally for leadership, technical skill, and impact using computing to empower underserved communities, including multilingual digital literacy outreach.

1st Place – State STEM Innovation Challenge - Led a winning project to design an accessible web tool for non-English speakers applying for public services. Judged on innovation, technical execution, and social relevance.

State Winner – Governor’s Volunteerism and Service Award (Youth Division) - Honored for over 150 hours of tech-related service helping immigrant and senior communities navigate digital platforms. Recognized for creating culturally responsive resources.

National Finalist – Congressional App Challenge - Developed an app that uses visual icons and multiple language options to assist immigrants in filling out job applications. Finalist selected from hundreds of national submissions.

State Winner – High School Engineering Achievement Award - Awarded for outstanding contributions to engineering at the high school level, including original projects involving embedded systems and socially impactful tech solutions.

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