Asmita Maheshkumar

Senior High School Student

About Me

Hey there, my name is Asmita Maheshkumar and I am a rising senior with a passion for Electrical and Computer Engineering. Throughout my high school journey, I have developed a keen interest in technology and innovation. My curiosity and enthusiasm for understanding how things work have led me to participate in various STEM-related activities. As I prepare for my final year of high school and for college, I am eager to further explore the field of engineering, contribute to exciting projects, and prepare for a future career where I can combine my technical skills with my creativity to solve real world problems.
  • Location: New Jersey, USA
  • Languages: English, Tamil, Spanish
  • Skills:
    Java
    Python
Fun Facts
Dream Vacation: France
Music: Listens to more than 10+ Artists
My Hobbies
Basketball
Reading
Resume
Experience
June 2024 - July 2024
Summer Internship with Quest Student Research Institute
Project: Investigating COVID-19 Data: Identifying Trends and Relationships Between Key Parameters
Project Overview:
  • Engage with Real-World Data – Work with authentic datasets to handle the intricacies of data collection, cleaning, and preparation for analysis
  • Analyze and Interpret Data – Use C++ to conduct statistical analysis and derive meaningful insights from data. Implement data visualization to communicate the findings effectively.
  • Make Smart Decisions – Implement data-driven decisioning to demonstrate how it is applied in real world scenarios
July 2023 - August 2024
Pre-College summer program at Drexel University with the department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
Project: Introduction to Python and Microcontrollers
Project Overview:
  • Introduction to Python – Selection Statements, branches, list and dictionary data structures, and functions
  • Introduction to Microcontrollers - Using the ESP32 Platforms by setting up the ESP32 and executing test programs
  • Numpy and Matplotlib Modules – Playing Fractal games – Generating the Sierpinski triangle to illustrate fundamental principles behind fractals
  • Introduction to Servers and Clients – Developing Programs to remotely control the ESP32 board
  • Cryptography – Implementing a primitive version of the Diffe-Hellman Key Ex- change protocol for Data Encryption
  • Controlling ESP32 board using Node-Red. Introduction to NodeJS and JSON and the use of within the microcontroller
  • Received an Achievement letter from Dr. Christopher Peters, Professor at the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department from Drexel University
Education And Relevant Coursework

West-Windsor Plainsboro High School South, West Windsor, NJ, 08550 (September 2021 - June 2025)

Grade 12

Statistics, Principles of Engineering, Language Arts 4 (Honors), AP Computer Science Principles, Digital Communication, Robotics Engineering, Health 12

Grade 11
Pre Calculus (Honors), Physics, Language Arts 3 (Honors), American Studies 2, Spanish 5, Health 11
Grade 10
Geometry, Chemistry, Language Arts 2 (Honors), American Studies 1, Introduction to Computer Programming & Mobile App/Game Development, Financial Literacy, Spanish 4, Drivers Ed 10
Grade 9
Advanced Algebra 2, Biology, Language Arts 1 (Honors), World History, Art Foundation, Spanish 3, Health 09
Community Service
Volunteered 90+ hours at Innovative Ideas LLC (Non-profit organization) to support children with autism. The work involved engaging with autistic children and teaching them tasks such as sports, dance, and communication to promote development of social skills, communication skills, encourage interests and strengths, promote inclusion and support families.
Extracurriculars
Sep 2023 - Feb 2024
Artificial Intelligence Machine Learning Club
at West-Windsor Plainsboro High School South during 11th grade. Learned basics of Artificial Intelligence, Data Visualization and Neural Networks
Sep 2022 - Jun 2023
Coding Club
at West-Windsor Plainsboro High School South during 10th grade. Learned Python Programming
Sep 2021 - Jun 2022
Basketball Skill Sessions & Basketball Center
  • Basketball Skill Sessions at West-Windsor Plainsboro High School South during 10th grade: Enhanced my skills on dribbling, shooting, playing on defense/offense
  • Basketball Center: Played at Monroe Basketball Center, assigned to an all-girls team, participating in practices and multiple competitive games
Programming Skills
  • Python
    75%
  • 90%
  • 85%
  • Java
    95%
General Skills
Languages
  • English
    100%
  • Tamil
    100%
  • Spanish
    60%
Knowledge
  • Data science and machine learning
  • Data structures and algorithms
  • SQL and database technologies
  • Project management and development
  • Communication and collaboration
  • Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)

Works

Push and Pull Robot

Objective: Design, build, and program a robot that can push and pull objects to a designated area. 

Criteria:

  • Use the EV3 Brick to power and move your robot.
  • There can be no human assistance to complete any challenges.
 

Drive Train Robot

Objective: To design and build a robot that can navigate an obstacle course and cross the finish line in the shortest time.

Criteria:

  • Use concepts from Mechanical Foundations Unit (Strength, Stability, Balance, Mechanical Advantage, and Drivetrain)
  • Record your process in your Team’s Shared Engineering Notebook
  • Summarize your process in an ongoing Google Slides presentation 

Blog

Blog
May 8, 2024 Hello world!

Welcome to WordPress. This is your first post. Edit or delete it, then start writing!

April 28, 2020 Brand Identity with Code

Creating a digital representation of a brand’s values, personality, and message through web design, user experience, and visual elements. This…

April 28, 2020 Data Center Infrastructure

Servers, storage systems, networking equipment, and cooling systems. It plays a crucial role in ensuring the reliability, performance, and scalability…

April 28, 2020 Music Player Design

When designing a music player, it is important to consider user-friendly features such as intuitive navigation, customizable settings, and a…

Get in Touch
  • Address: Plainsboro, NJ 08536
  • Freelance: Available
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