Hi, I am Isha Kalwani!

Final-year undergraduate studying Computer Science Engineering @ University of Michigan-Ann Arbor.

I love building and helping others build in the world of technology. This includes impact - driven products (eg: Doublet & SpotiCry), organizations (eg: V1 & SWE) and communities (eg:Rewriting The Code). My interests thus include software engineering, product, and entrepreneurship.

Within these,software engineering, full-stack development, and product management are my primary professional interests. Originally from India but grew up in Benin Benin Flag, I bring a diverse perspective to the tech industry. Feel free to reach out to me via email or drop a message on linkedIn!
💼 Work Experience
September 2024 - Present

Research Assistant - Distributed Protocols

University of Michigan, College of Engineering
  • Collaborating with Prof. Karem A. Sakallah on deriving FOL formulas for unbounded sets of reachable states in distributed protocols
  • Developing Python script to replace complex C++ parser, improving efficiency with 15% faster processing
  • Enhanced code translation from Ivy to executable format with 17% reduced memory usage
January 2024 - July 2024

Web Engineer at CAEN

Ann Arbor, MI
  • Developed JavaScript features and migrated 15 websites to WordPress, boosting event registrations by 30%
  • Engineered automated data pipeline with Google Apps Script, synchronizing Google Sheets, WordPress, and Constant Contact, reducing manual entry by 75% and automating emails to 55,000+ students
  • Implemented Jenkins CI/CD pipeline for 20+ microservices and optimized Nginx as reverse proxy, reducing load times by 20%
  • Examples of websites deployed:CoE Project Management Team (PMT),Macromolecular Science and Engineering and Shao Manufacturing Lab
June 2023 - August 2023

Software Engineering Intern at MTN Group

Cotonou, Benin
  • Designed 30+ frontend components using React and JavaScript for product catalog application
  • Built backend services with Python and Django, optimizing SQL queries for 25% faster response times
  • Implemented LDAP authentication and role-based access, reducing unauthorized access by 50%
August 2022 - December 2022

Product and Software Engineer at A2 Deals

Ann Arbor, MI
  • Developed secure voting system using JavaScript, MySQL, and Unix
  • Implemented RSA and Caesar ciphers for data security
  • Enhanced user participation by 35% and reduced turnaround time by 300%
  • Led UI/UX design using Figma for collaborative prototyping
January 2021 - July 2022

Web Engineer at MUNthly

Remote (NYC / Mumbai)
  • Led digital campaigns reaching 1M+ students for Model United Nations organization
  • Implemented code updates using Git and Docker
  • Collaborated with team of twelve to optimize software performance and resolve bugs
January 2022 - April 2022

High-Altitude Weather Balloon Instrumentation Engineer

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI
  • Designed and deployed high - altitude atmospheric and remote sensing instruments
  • Utilized MATLAB for sensor control and data visualization
  • Implemented robust testing procedures for high - altitude balloon flights
💻 Side Projects
SpotiCry

SpotiCry

Full - stack emotional analytics platform

Motivation

As a college student juggling classes, deadlines, and life, I realized we all needed a better way to track and understand our emotional ups and downs. Inspired by how Spotify Wrapped tells your music story, SpotiCry helps you understand your crying patterns with insightful data.

React Interactive UI with seamless user experience
Flask RESTful API for robust data handling
MongoDB Efficient data storage & retrieval
D3.js & Chart.js Interactive data visualizations
Doublet

Doublet

Word Transformation Game

Motivation

Obsessed with NYT's Spelling Bee and word games, I wanted to create a word puzzle that challenges players to find optimized paths between words, combining my love for linguistics with algorithmic problem - solving. Doublet is inspired particularly from Lewis Carroll (who wrote Alice in Wonderland).

Next.js Frontend Framework
TypeScript Type Safety
Supabase Backend & Database
MI Dining

MI Dining

Conversational Assistant for University of Michigan Dining

Motivation

Inspired by the daily challenge students face in finding suitable dining options at Umich, my team members and I created this AI assistant to make campus dining more accessible and personalized, especially for those with dietary restrictions or tight schedules.

React Native Mobile Framework
Gemini API AI Integration
Google Maps API Location Services
Python Backend Logic
Doc On Call

Doc On Call

HIPAA - compliant medical app with AI - powered symptom analysis (Mhacks 17)

Motivation

Healthcare accessibility inspired me to create a tool that bridges the gap between immediate medical concerns and professional care, making preliminary medical guidance more accessible while maintaining strict privacy standards.

React Native Mobile Framework
Streamlit UI Framework
MongoDB Database
GenAI Models AI Integration
MooBox

MooBox

A full-stack productivity web application with a cow theme

Motivation

Tired of feeling overwhelmed with tasks? I created MooBox as a playful take on productivity tools and also, I love cows : ) (PS: this was a gift made for a loved one)

React Frontend Framework
Node.js Backend Runtime
Tailwind CSS Styling Framework
Amazon Review Analysis

Amazon Review Gender Analyzer

Data Mining & NLP Tool for Amazon Reviews

Motivation

Fascinated by the potential gender biases in online reviews, I developed this tool to analyze language patterns and reveal insights about how different genders approach product reviews differently.

Python Core Language
NLTK Natural Language Processing
NumPy Data Analysis
AirRide

AirRide

Eco - Friendly Furniture Relocation App

Motivation

Inspired by the environmental impact of furniture disposal in college towns, I created AirRide to help students sustainably manage furniture transitions while building a circular economy within the university community.

React Frontend Framework
Node.js Backend Runtime
MongoDB Database
Healthcare Predictions

PredHealth

Secure prediction system using homomorphic encryption for patient data privacy

Motivation

Driven by the critical need for patient privacy in healthcare ML models, I developed this system to demonstrate how sensitive medical data can be processed securely while maintaining prediction accuracy.

Python Core Language
TenSEAL Homomorphic Encryption
ML Models Logistic Regression
Weather Balloon

High - Altitude Weather Balloon

Atmospheric and remote sensing instrumentation for high - altitude balloon flights

Motivation

Fascinated by atmospheric science and hands - on engineering, I joined this project to explore how we can collect meaningful data about our atmosphere while learning about sensor integration and real - time data processing.

MATLAB Data Processing
Embedded Systems Hardware Integration
Circuit Design Hardware Design
POSA Magazine

POSA Magazine

Digital platform for authentic South Asian narratives at University of Michigan

Motivation

Recognizing the need for authentic South Asian representation in campus media, I helped create POSA as a platform where students could share their stories, experiences, and cultural perspectives.

React Frontend Framework
GraphQL Data Query Language
Adobe Suite Design Tools
Portfolio Website

Portfolio Website

Personal portfolio website with Notion-inspired design

Motivation

You're looking at it! This very website is a project showcasing... itself. Meta, right?

HTML Structure
CSS Styling
JavaScript Interactivity
🤝 Involvement and Leadership

Teaching & Mentorship

🛠️ Technical Skills

Programming Languages

C/C++
Python
JavaScript
PHP
MATLAB
Java
Dart
Go

Web Technologies

HTML
CSS
React
Node.js
Flask
SQL

Tools & Frameworks

Git Docker AWS Linux Figma

Data & Analytics

MongoDB NumPy Pandas Supabase

About

"Building digital experiences that bridge technology and human connection, one line of code at a time."
My Journey

From growing up in Benin to studying at University of Michigan, my path has been shaped by diverse experiences and perspectives. Each challenge has been a stepping stone in my journey, fueling my passion for creating impactful solutions.

What Drives Me

I thrive on translating complex problems into elegant solutions. Whether it's full-stack development or AI systems, I am passionate about building technology that makes a difference while continuously learning and adapting to new challenges.

Beyond Code

When I am not immersed in working on my side projects, you will find me choreographing dance routines, listening to music, or practicing French.

Looking Forward

I am always seeking opportunities to innovate and create meaningful impact. Let's connect and build something amazing together! I am currently looking for new - grad roles.