$WHOAMI

The Intersect in a Nerdy Earthican.

Aspiring Data Scientist, Passionate Quizzer, Science & Math Geek, Technophile, Music Lover, Sci-Fi Maniac, Movie Buff, TV Fanatic , Pop-Culture Aficionado, Voracious Reader, Amateur Writer, Quorious Redditor, Internet Addict, n00b Gamer, Wanderlust Foodie, Squash Player & a Hoopy Frood!

$TIMELINE

$ TECHNICAL SKILLS

Python
90%
pandas
80%
Numpy/Scipy/statsmodels
70%
matplotlib/seaborn
70%
scikit-learn/nltk
70%
tensorflow/keras
50%
jupyter/ipython
90%
MongoDB/MySQL
60%
regex/bash/git
50%
HTML/CSS/LaTeX
50%
MS Office/Photoshop/InDesign
80%

$INTERESTS

Computer Science

I acquired interest in CS at a very young age as I have had a computer since I was 6 and my father is an IT professional. What started with Mario evolved into much more- an interest in programming, computing and all things software. I am a fan of Python, but am also fairly equipped in C++. I like learning applied CS, and explore all kinds of software packages and code available online.I love FOSS My dream CS project is a human Intersect.

Mathematics

A deep rooted interest in math was developed in my primary school itself, which amplified over my science curriculum and extra practice & learning through middle and high school. Its just such an indispensable tool, and an awfully enjoyable one if you really want to devote your time and attention.I am most fond of Calculus, Probability,Statistics and Discreet Maths. I also enjoy taking a crack at mathematical puzzles and applied math problems.

Data Science

Off-shooting from my interest in CS, and desire to infer as much as possible from any data- It wasn't long before I realised my specialised field of interest is. Data Science - defined as the scientific way of extraction of information from any amount of data and put it to business use. I actively learn new concepts and strengthen my hold on the subject. I use Python with Anaconda package among others visualization and data processing tools.

Quizzing

Since the day I was exposed to the world of trivia and quizzing- I have been constantly fascinated by the things I have learnt. I just love taking a shot at crakcing a well-frame question, and then feeling the rush when you get it right - or kicking yourself when you don't. The desire to question and answer anything and everything is pretty much innate for me. It has grown on me well and I continue to be advancing as a quizzer till date. On a quest to become omniscient. (not really)

Reading

I started reading at a fairly young age, and over time read a lot of good stuff - from books to blogs, I have slogged many, ranging many genres and topics - science fiction being a favorite.Follow quite a few interesting blogs, and prefer short reads over long ones. A wise man once said- Your persona is made up of what you read, just like your body is made of what you eat. Much of it might be defecated, but it is what built you.

Technology

Technocrat-that is what I called myself (innocuously) after I felt so obsessed about the world of tech in 9th standard. Its been there since the very beginning, as I recall my dad telling me the first thing I held when I came into this world was a mobile phone-back in 1996-in India-those were rare. Anyways, so yea, love all things tech and use my arsenal of gizmo's that I can afford, trying to be a minimalist at the same time. I secretly wish the world was a technocracy.

Movies

Simply Love’em. They have influenced me in ways I cannot even fathom. They have really made my mind open up to a lot of things, taught me about various things in life and above all shaped my personality in definite ways. Watching movies is my equivalent of a mind retreat and expansion.I watch all kinds of movies from crtically acclaimed to hollywood blockbusters, and have recently got the knack for appreciating the finer aspects like cinematography and direction. My top 3 movies are Tron, Dune and Groundhog Day and favorite director is Denis Villenue. Stars Wars being the favorite franchisee,ofcouse.

TV Shows

Been burning my eyes in front of the TV ever since I was like 4 yrs old, what started with cartoons on CN turned to a long lasting affinity towards modern and classic TV series. The experience of binge-watching, or long haul following to see plots unravel in detail does what movies can't, and I consider it a a more intense form of film art.Have binged quite a lot of series, and spent close to 1500 hrs in front of the tele. My favorite three shows are Chuck, Castle and Eureka.

Music

It keeps me alive and kicking. I am very passionate and picky about my music. Discovering new music is a neccesity for me, and has really helped me develop my personality - being great fun too. It is just a necessity for me, and I am grateful to live in a time where we can just access so many songs so easily - can't imagine otherwise. I listen to quite a lot of English music, across all genres - with alternative/indie being a clear favorite. My top 3 bands are Weezer, Foo Fighters and Green Day.

Squash

I really enjoy playing the game of squash and ever since I first played it when I was just 10, it really has stood out as the sport I wish to excel at and am quite passionate about. After a brief hiatus from playing due to academic pressures, I resumed playing regularly at IITD with several great institute players, whom I look up to and love playing with. I aspire to make it to the Institute team one day. Favorite player is Nick Matthews, and I love Prince racquets.

Travel

Traveling is awesome, it is really what makes you feel alive, helps you introspect, have fun, dive into new experiences, confront your fears, get out of your comfort zone and what not! So far I have only travelled in India, a fair bunch of places. I have a special place in my heart for the Himalayas and all that it has to offer for adventurers. Planning on travelling as much as possible to wherever and everywhere!

Food

Treating the taste-buds, isn't it what we all basically live for? At least I do, till some extent. A default taste for Indian food is there, but apart from that I am quite fond of Chinese, American and Italian cuisine - and open to eating all things tasteful, espcially non-veg.My favourite foods are Pizza's, Kathi Rolls and Subway Sandwiches. I am always in for trying new dishes and rarely order the same dish at the same restraunts.

Internet

Have been hooked to it since the Dial-Up days. I consider myself,the entity,largely as a product of the time I have spent on the internet and that enabled me to grow and become who I am today. All that reading, surfing, learning, socialising and just getting continuously inspired to explore, really helped me form a lot of opinions about life,the universe and everything. I am an Internet addict and try to spend reasonable amount of time online. Active on all social networking platforms, especially Reddit and Quora.

Gaming

I am an avid gamer and have played several games right from the very first console games for NES like Contra, Super Mario etc. to modern PC Games like FPS's (e.g. COD series,Deus Ex), Racing Games (e.g. NFS series, Blur),Sports (Cricket 2007, F1, FIFA series)and Adventure games (like Half Life,Mass Effect, Portal), MMORPG's (like SWOTR) and what not. Waiting for that dream rig to come in my life someday. #PCMasterRace

Pop Culture

What started with a liking for memes & media, went on the become an obsession for pop-culture and its references in any form. I am very fond of humour & wordplay, and a geek in general, so it resonates with me quite well. I am into all kinds of things from ComicCon's to mock shows like Robot Chicken! In short, Pop-Culture flows through my veins.

$ ACHIEVEMENTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Scholastic Achievements

Kishore Vaigyanik Protsahan Yojana (KVPY) fellowship - 2013

  • Awarded for excellence in science by Dept. of Science and Technology, Govt. of India

Junior Science Talent Search Examination (JSTSE) scholarship - 2011

  • Awarded for excellence in science by Govt. of Delhi to Top 50 middle school students

Ranked consistently in Top 500 from 3rd to 12th grade in National Cyber and Science Olympiads

  • conducted by Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF) for excellence science and computers at school level.

Extra Curricular Activities

Quizzing

  • Podium finishes in 30+ quizzes at intra-college, inter-college and inter-school level in 100+ quizzes attended.
  • One of six Quizzing Club league team captain's competing for annual QC league championship.
  • Part of continent that placed 3rd at inter IIT-IIM quiz-fest Nihilanth '17 at IIM Lucknow.

Squash

  • Seeded 8th in institute squash ladder running competition out of 50+ players at IIT Delhi.
  • Led hostel team as vice-captain and then captain to Top 6 finish in two consecutive years.

Positions of Responsibility

Quizzing Club Representative,BRCA Girnar Hostel IIT Delhi (Apr, 2016 - Apr, 2017)

  • Managed the induction of students into the quizzing club by hosting mock quizzes and orientations.
  • Facilitated organizing of internal and external quizzes throughout the year as a part of QC team.
  • Awarded Best Representative (2016-17) by BRCA for outstanding work and enthusiasm as a rep.

Hostel Captain, BSA, Girnar Hostel IIT Delhi (Apr, 2017 - Present) :

  • Responsible for motivating hostel residents to pursue squash and providing basic training.
  • Managed hostel sports budget and maintainence of equipment for squash throughout the year.

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