Harsh Kumar

Proactive and project-driven AI & ML student with hands-on experience in Android Development, IoT/Embedded Systems, and AWS. Proven leader as the founder of a 100+ member tech community (iCreate), where I mentored peers and led hardware workshops. Seeking a Summer Internship to apply my skills in software development and systems engineering to build innovative solutions.

VCab – Shared Cab Booking App
📍 Android, Firebase, Firestore | GitHub
Designed an Android app for shared cab booking among students with Firebase Auth and Firestore integration. Implemented real-time authentication, booking history, and dynamic filters for trip listings. Improved campus commute efficiency by streamlining coordination.

AI-Assisted Assignment Sharing App
📍 React, Firebase, Gemini, Android WebView | GitHub
Used Gemini AI to assist in building a full-stack task-sharing app for students. Integrated Firebase Authentication and Firestore, and deployed using Android WebView for mobile accessibility. Enabled posting and accepting academic tasks with payments, showcasing AI-driven rapid development.

Custom VPN using WireGuard & AWS
📍 WireGuard, udp2raw, AWS Lightsail | GitHub
Deployed a custom VPN to bypass firewalls using WireGuard and udp2raw. Set up server/client configuration, encryption, and firewall rules. Gained deep Linux and networking experience.

Face Recognition using ESP32-CAM
📍 ESP32-CAM, OpenCV, Firebase | GitHub
Built a facial recognition system for student attendance using ESP32-CAM and OpenCV. Synced data with Firebase Realtime Database for tracking and access control. Enhanced campus security via edge-based facial recognition with minimal latency.

Obstacle Avoiding Car
📍 Arduino, Ultrasonic Sensor | GitHub
Created an autonomous robot car using Arduino and ultrasonic sensors. Wrote efficient logic for real-time obstacle detection and dynamic path correction.

Home Automation using NodeMCU
📍 NodeMCU, Blynk App | GitHub
Developed Wi-Fi-based smart home system using NodeMCU and smartphone control via Blynk. Enabled real-time device toggling for enhanced energy efficiency and convenience.

Automatic Irrigation System
📍 ESP32, Soil Moisture Sensors | GitHub
Automated plant irrigation using ESP32 based on live soil moisture readings. Promoted water conservation through threshold-based control.

• Founder & Coordinator – iCreate (VIT Bhopal)
  Founded and coordinated a 100+ member tech community focused on IoT, robotics, and hardware prototyping. Led workshops on Arduino, NodeMCU, ESP32, guiding peers in converting theory into working solutions. Mentored juniors on circuits, microcontroller programming, and project documentation.

• Fundamentals of AI – Vityarthi (2024)
• Python Essentials – Vityarthi (2024)
• Cloud Computing (NPTEL) – IIT Kharagpur via SWAYAM (2024)
• MATLAB Onramp – MathWorks (2024)

• Led cross-functional teams for both app and hardware development.
• Skilled in debugging circuits, microcontrollers, and firmware efficiently.
• Quick learner; adapt to new APIs and platforms in short timeframes.
• Excellent mentor and communicator with peer-training experience.
• Exceptionally curious and persistent; dive deep into complex systems like VPNs or Android Development out of passion.