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Computer Science Major | Business Minor
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About Me
Hello! I'm Navigna Reddy Gangumalla
Computer Science Student & Full-Stack Developer
Motivated Computer Science student at ASU (4.0 GPA, Business minor), hackathon champ and AWS-certified architect—skilled in full-stack, cloud, and immersive tech. Open to full-stack, software engineering, and cloud positions.
Professional Summary
Currently serving as Teaching Assistant, Appropriations Chair in Student Government, and XR Pod Operator managing 7,000+ weekly users. AWS certified with extensive experience in enterprise software development and educational technology.
Passionate about creating innovative solutions that bridge technology and real-world impact, with particular interest in AI/ML applications, cloud architecture, and educational technology.
Currently Working On
- Teaching Software Engineering to 100+ students
- Leading Travel & Professional Development funding decisions
- Fine-tuning LLMs on healthcare datasets
- Managing VR/XR experiences for 7,000+ weekly users
- Advanced AWS cloud certifications
Career Interests
- Software Engineering (SWE)
- Data Analysis & Visualization
- Full Stack Development
- Cloud & DevOps Engineering
- AI/ML Research in Education & Public Policy
- XR/VR Development & Educational Technology
Languages Spoken
- English (Fluent)
- Telugu (Native)
- Hindi (Fluent)
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Arizona State University, Phoenix, AZ, 85281 | Expected Graduation: December 2026
GPA: 4.0/4.0
Minor: Business
Focus on software engineering, cloud computing, information security, and enterprise systems development.
Relevant Coursework
- Data Structures and Algorithms
- Intro to Software Engineering
- Information Assurance
- Exploring Data in R and Python
- Information Security
- Intro Human Computer Interaction
- Web Design and Development
- Entrepreneur Value Creation
- Operating Systems
- Software QA and Testing
- Foundation Data Visualisation
- Accounting and Finance Analysis
Awards & Honors
- Dean's List – Spring 2023, Fall 2023, Spring 2024, Fall 2024, Spring 2025
- New American University Scholarship – $14,500/year (2023–2026)
- Garmin Scholarship Fund – $8,000/year (2024–2026)
- Hackathon Winner – OpenAI Challenge, ASU AI Challenge, PIA Hacks
- BAL PURASKAR Award – Rotary Club International
- Officer of the Year Award – Connecting International Communities
Certifications
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate (July 2025)
- AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (May 2025)
- MATLAB Onramp (MathWorks) – Mar 2025
- CITI Human Research – IRB Group 2 – Valid until Jan 2029
- PI Academy Spring 2025 – Arizona State University
Technical Skills
Programming Languages
Python, Java, JavaScript/TypeScript, C++, C, C#, SQL
Frameworks & Libraries
JavaFX, MERN (MongoDB, Express, React, Node), JUnit, Bouncy Castle
Web & App Development
React.js, Angular, Flutter, Swift, Kotlin, Dart, HTML5, CSS3, Tailwind CSS
Databases & Data Stores
PostgreSQL, MySQL, H2, MongoDB, DynamoDB, Pinecone, MAMP
Cloud & DevOps
AWS (Lambda, S3, EC2, RDS, DynamoDB), GCP, Docker, Jenkins, Azure
Tools & Platform
VS Code, GitHub, Eclipse, Android Studio, Oracle, Tableau, Power BI, Postman, Jira
Business Skills
Strategic Planning, Market Analysis, Project Management, Data Analysis
Projects
Biking Paths Finder
Tech Stack: FastAPI, GraphQL, Maps JavaScript API, Distance Matrix, OAuth 2.0
Duration: January 2025 - May 2025
Built a full-stack web application enabling cyclists to find personalized routes using FastAPI and MongoDB, optimizing path generation and reducing route calculation time by 30%.
- Integrated Google Maps Platform (Maps JavaScript API, Distance Matrix API) for real-time mapping and route visualization, enhancing user engagement by 50%
- Implemented OAuth 2.0 authentication with Google and Facebook login, securing user data with JWT tokens and improving login efficiency by 40%
Scalable Content Delivery System
Tech Stack: Java, Spring Boot, Redis, PostgreSQL, Docker, AWS (EC2, S3)
Duration: November 2024 - February 2025
Designed and implemented a Docker containerized, distributed microservices content delivery system (Spring Boot backend, React frontend) to handle concurrent user requests.
- Implemented Redis caching strategies to accelerate response times for frequently accessed content
- Developed a monitoring dashboard to track system performance metrics and identify bottlenecks
Real-Time Study Group Platform
Tech Stack: React, Node.js, Socket.io, PostgreSQL, Redis, WebRTC
Duration: April 2024 - October 2024
Engineered real-time collaborative platform supporting 50+ concurrent users with WebSocket connections, enabling instant messaging and live document sharing across study rooms.
- Integrated WebRTC video chat functionality and collaborative whiteboard using Canvas API, facilitating seamless remote study sessions with sub-100ms latency
- Implemented user authentication system with Redis session management and developed responsive UI featuring Pomodoro timers, file uploads, and real-time user presence indicators
AI Challenge: Ethical Policy Simulation Game
Tech Stack: React.js, Node.js, Tailwind CSS, Web Speech API, GPT-3.5, AWS SES
Duration: March 2025 - April 2025 | Winner - OpenAI Challenge
Architected a browser-based simulation engaging 200+ users in refugee-education budgeting under a 14-unit constraint, improving decision quality by 35%.
- Integrated multimodal UX (voice/text via Web Speech API) and GPT-3.5 agent dialogue with real-time WebSocket voting, boosting session engagement by 50%
- Automated Node.js report pipelines and AWS SES delivery for 500+ personalised evaluation emails, increasing post-game reflection rates by 60%
Professional Experience
Introduction to Software Engineering Teaching Assistant
Delivered 10+ Canvas lectures, quizzes, and high-stakes exams for 100+ students, embedding JUnit and Jira demos to reinforce TDD and Agile workflows.
- Managed Ed Discussion and direct support: curated 200+ threads with intelligent suggestions, handled 100+ student emails with tailored code reviews, and cut response times to under 4 hrs—boosting peer engagement by 30%
- Developed the ASU Help System in Java/JavaFX (Spring, H2 DB, Bouncy Castle) with first-user admin onboarding, multi-role access controls, one-time invite codes, and complete UML design artefacts
Appropriations Chair - Travel and Professional Development
Chair the USG-T Travel & Professional Development Funding Subcommittee, overseeing grant applications for student career and academic advancement.
- Ensure compliance with fiscal policies and university regulations, collaborating with the Business Office and Finance Director
- Lead committee meetings and coordinate with applicants to maximize impact within a $2,000 per student cap
Principled Innovation Academy Intern
Fine-tuned large language models on healthcare datasets to enhance response accuracy and contextual relevance.
- Led data preprocessing tasks, including dataset curation, cleaning, and tokenisation for model training
- Ran and evaluated model training experiments using transfer learning techniques and prompt optimisation
XR Experience POD Operator
Developed Unity3D VR simulations for STEM and humanities, driving 7,000+ weekly user sessions and capturing 10,000+ logs for Python-powered analytics and content optimisations.
- Calibrated and maintained six haptic pod clusters (6–29 stations each), sustaining >99% hardware uptime and seamless VR performance
- Delivered technical demos and hands-on training to 50+ VIPs and student groups, translating complex XR concepts into engaging educational experiences
Software Development Engineer Intern
Developed a C# & SQL desktop asset-management app for 150+ staff with role-based Admin, Distributor, and Technician interfaces, slashing request turnaround by 40%.
- Automated IT workflows and managed 200+ Windows NT devices—real-time lookup, usage history tracking, SVN-driven re-imaging—cutting hardware downtime by 35% and boosting efficiency by 30%
- Built an email-alert system for 500+ weekly asset requests, standardising workflows and accelerating cross-department communication by 40%
Leadership & Organizations
Connecting International Communities
Treasurer | December 2024 - May 2025
Secretary | June 2024 - May 2025
- Manage CIC's financial operations, including budgeting, expense tracking, and fund allocation
- Facilitate communication and collaboration between international communities, promoting cultural exchange
- Organized and coordinated in-person events, fostering global networking opportunities
- Recipient: Officer of the Year Award
Indian Student Association
Officer - Public Relations/Technology | August 2023 - December 2023
- Developed strategic communication plans to enhance organization visibility
- Leveraged technology for efficient communication and event management
- Orchestrated social media campaigns to boost community engagement
- Established partnerships and liaised with external stakeholders
ASU 101 - Section Leader
Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering | August 2023 - December 2023
- Assisted in creating course materials such as lecture notes, quizzes, and exams
- Guided students on lab tasks, safety regulations, and proper techniques
- Graded coursework and responded to student inquiries promptly
- Collaborated with lecturers to ensure smooth learning experience
Interact Club
Director - Community Service | April 2018 - February 2019
Treasurer | April 2017 - February 2018
- Initiated and oversaw diverse community service projects including food drives and environmental clean-ups
- Managed club finances, budgeting, tracking expenses, and financial reporting
- Received the Rotary Youth Leadership Award (RYLA) for excellence as an Interactor
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Connecting International Communities
Treasurer | December 2024 - May 2025
Secretary | June 2024 - May 2025
- Manage CIC's financial operations, including budgeting, expense tracking, and fund allocation
- Collaborate with executive members to plan and fund events effectively
- Oversee fundraising initiatives and ensure compliance with financial regulations
- Facilitate communication between international communities, promoting cultural exchange
- Organized in-person events fostering global networking opportunities
Indian Student Association
Officer - Public Relations/Technology | August 2023 - December 2023
Associated with Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University
- Developed strategic communication plans to enhance organization visibility
- Leveraged technology for efficient communication and event management
- Orchestrated social media campaigns to boost community engagement
- Established partnerships and liaised with external stakeholders
Interact Club - Director of Community Service
Director - Community Service | April 2018 - February 2019
Associated with St. Michael's School-India
- Initiated and oversaw diverse community service projects including food drives and environmental clean-ups
- Collaborated with local organizations to identify and address pressing community needs
- Mobilized club members to volunteer, leading by example to cultivate service and empathy
- Established relationships with community leaders facilitating ongoing partnerships
- Received the Rotary Youth Leadership Award (RYLA) for excellence as an Interactor
St. Michael's School Student Council
Student Council Representative | June 2018 - February 2019
Associated with St. Michael's School-India
- Acted as a voice for fellow students, advocating for their needs within the school community
- Initiated and organized student-led initiatives promoting school spirit and inclusivity
- Facilitated communication between students, faculty, and administration
- Developed policies and programs addressing student interests and enhancing school experience
Interact Club - Treasurer
Treasurer | April 2017 - February 2018
Associated with St. Michael's School-India
- Managed club finances including budgeting, expense tracking, and financial reporting
- Developed fundraising strategies to support club activities and community service projects
- Collaborated with officers to create and monitor budgets for events and initiatives
- Maintained accurate financial records and presented comprehensive reports
Contact Information
Get In Touch
Email: nganguma@asu.edu
Secondary Email: gnavignareddy@gmail.com
Phone: (623) 283-7804
Location: Tempe, Arizona
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/navignareddy
GitHub: github.com/navignareddy
Professional Profiles
- LinkedIn: Professional network and updates
- GitHub: Code repositories and contributions
- Portfolio: Interactive project showcases
Availability
Status: Open to internship and full-time opportunities
Graduation: December 2026
Preferred Roles: Software Engineering, Cloud Architecture, Backend Development
Location Preference: Open to remote and on-site positions
