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Work Experience

  • Backboard Logo
    Backboard.io
    AI Engineer
    Ottawa, Ontario (Hybrid)
    May 2026 - Present
  • PrepBusiness Logo
    PrepBusiness
    Software Engineer
    Hamilton, Ontario (Hybrid)
    Sep 2025 - Dec 2025 View Gallery

    Tech Stack

    Python Python
    TypeScript TypeScript
    React React
    SQLite SQLite
    Azure Azure

    Key Responsibilities

    - Engineered an AI-powered customer support chatbot using FastAPI and RAG with vector embeddings, implementing async processing and intelligent prompt engineering to automate 65% of common inquiries with real-time WebSocket messaging and conversation persistence.

    - Implemented comprehensive data protection system with automated PII detection and redaction, coupled with ML confidence scoring for seamless handoff to human agents, achieving 100% secure handling of customer data through modular AI inference layer with Azure OpenAI API.

  • Stylus Marketing
    Software Engineer
    Toronto, Ontario (Onsite)
    May 2024 - August 2024 View Gallery

    Tech Stack

    Python Python
    TypeScript TypeScript
    PostgreSQL PostgreSQL
    AWS AWS
    React React

    Key Responsibilities

    - Worked on-site five days a week (8 AM – 7 PM), directly collaborating with the development team and management to deliver high-quality full-stack solutions for clients.

    -Met regularly with clients to gather requirements, understand deadlines, and ensure clear communication between the client and technical teams through thorough meeting notes and documentation.

    - Engineered a serverless inventory tracking and management system adopted by 50+ clients, enabling scalable and cost-efficient operations with automated, event-driven Stripe integration for overdue charge recovery. Integrated dynamic retry logic and real-time alerts, improving payment reliability and accelerating resolution times by 75%.

    - Developed and deployed intuitive dashboards for payment and inventory management using WebSockets for instant data synchronization, resulting in a seamless, user-friendly interface that reduced user onboarding time and improved client satisfaction.

Projects

Explore my portfolio of innovative projects built with modern technologies

Notipply
Live

Notipply

Instant SMS alerts the moment new job postings go live.

Notipply sends instant SMS notifications the moment new job postings go live, so you can be among the first to apply.

Promptimize
Hackathon Project

Promptimize – GDG Hacks 3

LLM budgeting for developers — token counting, cost estimates, and prompt optimization.

An all-in-one LLM budgeting tool to help developers monitor and reduce AI-related expenses. Includes a VS Code/Cursor extension and web dashboard with real-time token counting, cost estimates, daily budget tracking, prompt optimization, live API call monitoring, historical cost analysis, and context-aware recommendations powered by stored project memory.

TypeScriptPythonFastAPIReactNext.jsTailwind CSSClaudeGeminiVS Code Language Model API
Sentry - IBM Dev Day
Hackathon Project

Sentry - IBM Dev Day AI Demystified

IDE extension that catches security flaws like exposed API keys in real time and suggests fixes.

An IDE extension that monitors code in real time to detect and prevent security vulnerabilities, such as exposed API keys. When an issue is found, it locks the workflow, highlights the exact problem line, and recommends secure fixes. With "Fix with Sentry," the vulnerability context is sent to Bob, which automatically generates and applies a secure remediation.

TypeScriptNode.jsFastifyVSCodeWebpackTurbonpm
Frontline - DeltaHacks12
Hackathon Winner

Frontline - DeltaHacks12

Real-time vitals, injury detection + voice guidance for emergencies.

Developed a platform that transforms camera feeds into real-time biometric data and vital signs using Presage. Engineered an ElevenLabs and Gemini-powered first aid voice operator. Built an ER-ready incident response dashboard that generates standardized SBAR reports, enabling ER workers to review incident video playback and receive patient reports in advance, reducing diagnosis and handoff time by 10%.

C++ReactGemini APIElevenLabsPresageNode.js
Spark and Prepper
Hackathon Project

Spark & Prepper GDGHACKS25

AI-powered study app.

AI-powered study tool that transforms course materials into smart study guides, flashcards, cheat sheets, and mock exams using Google Gemini.

ReactTailwind CSSViteReact RouterNode.jsExpress.jsGoogle Gemini APIFirebase
Ru'ya - UmmahHacks
Hackathon Project

Ru'ya - UmmahHacks

AI platform that transforms authentic Hadith into cinematic visual stories.

An AI-powered Islamic learning platform that transforms authentic Hadith into contextualized cinematic visual stories. Built to help younger generations connect more deeply with Islamic knowledge.

Next.jsReactTailwind CSSFastAPIGoogle GeminiGoogle VeoElevenLabsFFmpeg
GryphBook
Completed

GryphBook

Quicker room booking for the University of Guelph.

Middleware layer that processes room booking requests between the frontend and University of Guelph's LibCal system. Handles data transformation, filtering, time slot processing, and error handling to provide real-time room availability with capacity and building filters.

Next.jsReactTypeScriptExpress.jsPostgreSQLSupabaseTailwind CSSHeroku
Merchant
Completed

Merchant

Marketplace and Kijiji scraper.

Aggregates listings from Kijiji and Facebook Marketplace. Built with Flask, BeautifulSoup, PostgreSQL, and Twilio SMS alerts.

TypeScriptPythonReactFlaskDockerPostgreSQL
Typing Speed Test Game
Completed

Typing Speed Test

Typing trainer with live WPM feedback, adjustable difficulty, and stats tracking.

React + TypeScript app to test and improve typing speed. Features live feedback, adjustable difficulty, and stats tracking.

ReactTypeScriptCSS
Vehicle Management System
Completed

Vehicle Management System

CRUD car database in C — add, search, sort, and manage records.

Car management system using C programming. Allows users to add, search, display, count, sort, and remove cars from the database with efficient data management.

CMakefilesData Structures
Contact Management System
Completed

Contact Management System

File-backed contact manager in C with multi-criteria search.

C-based contact management system that allows users to manage, search, and update contacts from a database file using various search criteria.

CMakefilesFile I/O
Zoo Data Machine Learning Project
Completed

Zoo Data ML Project

Animal classifier in C using a K-Nearest Neighbors algorithm.

Animal Classification System that analyzes features and performs operations like generating statistics, calculating distances, and classifying samples using K-Nearest Neighbors (KNN) algorithm.

CMakefilesMachine Learning

Education

  • University of Guelph
    Bachelor of Computing Honours (BCOMP)
    2023 - 2027

    Program Details: Bachelor of Computing Honours with focus on Software Engineering

    Relevant Coursework: Data Structures & Algorithms, Discrete Math, Object-Oriented Programming, Database Systems, Parallel Programming, Operating Systems, Systems Analysis and Design, Software Reliability & Testing, Software Engineering

    Languages & Tools

    C C
    R R
    Python Python
    PostgreSQL PostgreSQL
    Java Java
    Assembly Assembly
    Docker Docker
    Valgrind Valgrind
    Linux Linux
    HTML/CSS HTML/CSS
    Git Git
    Fortran Fortran

    Expected Graduation: 2027

  • Loyola Catholic Secondary School
    Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
    2019 - 2023

    High School Diploma: Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)

    Graduation Year: 2023

    Focus Areas: Mathematics, Sciences, and Technology courses

    Languages & Tools

    Java Java
    Python Python

Hackathons

GDG Logo
May 10, 2026

GDG Hacks 3 – Promptimize

University of Guelph, Ontario

134 participants

Built Promptimize, an all-in-one LLM budgeting tool featuring a VS Code/Cursor extension and web dashboard. Provides real-time token counting, cost estimates, daily budget tracking, live API call monitoring, historical cost analysis, and context-aware prompt optimization powered by project memory — helping developers take control of their AI spending.

IBM Logo
Jan 30 - Feb 1, 2026

IBM Dev Day AI Demystified – Sentry

Virtual

Sentry is an IDE extension that monitors code in real time to detect and prevent security vulnerabilities, such as exposed API keys. When an issue is found, it locks the workflow, highlights the exact problem line, and recommends secure fixes like using environment variables or a secrets manager. With "Fix with Sentry," the vulnerability context is sent to Bob, which automatically generates and applies a secure remediation. The extension also integrates policy PDFs and MP3 recordings so fixes and guidance align with organizational standards and team knowledge.

UmmahHacks Logo
Jan 24-25, 2026

UmmahHacks – Ru'ya

Top 3

Waterloo, Ontario

200 participants

Built Ru'ya (رؤيا), an AI-powered Islamic learning platform that transforms authentic Hadith into contextualized cinematic visual stories. Designed to help younger generations connect more deeply with Islamic knowledge through engaging multimedia experiences.

UofT Hacks Logo
Saturday, January 17, 2026

UofT Hacks 2026

Mentor

University of Toronto, Ontario

Served as a mentor at UofT Hacks, one of Canada's largest hackathons, helping 10+ hackers with their projects throughout the event. Provided comprehensive technical guidance on full-stack development, API integration, backend architecture, and frontend frameworks. Assisted teams with debugging complex issues, optimizing their code, and implementing best practices.

DeltaHacks Logo
January 10, 2026

DeltaHacks12 – Frontline 🏆 Winner

Winner

McMaster University, Ontario

523 participants

Developed a platform that transforms camera feeds into real-time biometric data and vital signs using Presage. Engineered an ElevenLabs and Gemini-powered first aid voice operator. Built an ER-ready incident response dashboard that generates standardized SBAR reports, enabling ER workers to review incident video playback and receive patient reports in advance, reducing diagnosis and handoff time by 10%.

DeltaHacks Logo
November 6, 2025

DeltaHacks Lite 2025 – ResuMock

McMaster University, Ontario

27 participants

Built ResuMock, an AI-powered mock interview coach that helps users prepare for behavioral interviews. The app generates tailored questions based on users' resumes and experience, and provides instant feedback on answers using Google Gemini API. Built in under 2 hours.

SpurHacks Logo
June 22, 2025

SpurHacks 2025 – Jinsa

Waterloo, Ontario

906 participants

Participated in SpurHacks at Waterloo, which opened my eyes to the startup world and sparked my interest in blockchain technology. This experience led to the creation of Jinsa, my blockchain-based product authentication startup.

GDSC Logo
May 2, 2025

GDSC Hacks 2025 – Spark & Prepper

University of Guelph, Ontario

216 participants

Built Spark & Prepper, an AI-powered study assistant that transforms uploaded course materials into smart study guides, flashcards, cheat sheets, and mock exams using Google Gemini API.

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