AI & ML · IoT · Embedded · Full-Stack

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Gopal Krushna
Mahapatra

↗ IoT Solutions Architect ↗ AI & ML Specialist ↗ Full-Stack Developer

Bridging hardware, data, and software by architecting IoT solutions, building data-driven AI systems, and developing scalable full-stack applications that transform real-world problems into reliable, production-ready technology.

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00 — About Me

Who I Am

I am an undergraduate student in Electronics and Communication Engineering with strong hands-on experience in Internet of Things (IoT) system development, embedded systems, and data-driven applications.

My academic interests lie in designing IoT-based solutions and integrating Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning techniques to enable intelligent, scalable, and sustainable systems — particularly in the context of smart infrastructure and sustainable development in India.

I am actively involved in project-based research and preparing research manuscripts for conference and journal publication in areas related to IoT, AI/ML integration, and smart sustainable systems.

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Location
Brahmapur, Odisha, India
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University
NIST University
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Degree
B.Tech — ECE (2023–2027)
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CGPA
8.9 / 10
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01 — Education

Academic Journey

NIST University, Brahmapur, Odisha

Bachelor of Technology — Electronics & Communication Engineering

2023 – 2027 CGPA: 8.9/10

Comprehensive coursework covering embedded systems, digital electronics, communication systems, IoT, and applied software development with practical, project-based learning.

K. C. Public School

Intermediate — Science (Physics, Mathematics)

2021 – 2023 70%

Focused on Physics & Mathematics, laying a solid groundwork for advanced technical education.

K. C. Public School

Matriculation — Science & Mathematics

2020 – 2021 84%

Built a strong foundation in Mathematics, Science, and analytical thinking.

02 — Skills & Tools

Technical Arsenal

Programming Languages

CC3 yrs · 20+ projects PythonPython1 yr · 13+ projects C++C++2 yrs · 9+ projects Embedded CEmbedded C2 yrs · 11+ projects HTMLHTML1 yr · 5+ projects CSSCSS1 yr · 5+ projects JavaJava6 months · 2+ projects Assembly1 yr · 2+ projects Verilog1 yr · 1+ project
C-programming95%
Python90%
HTML82%
Embedded C88%
Java80%

Hardware & Embedded

Microcontroller Boards2 yrs · 20+ projects SBCs (Raspberry Pi)2 yrs · 4+ projects Sensors & Actuators2 yrs · 17+ projects Integrated Circuits1 yr · 5+ projects
Arduino UNO / ESP3293%
Sensor Integration88%
Circuit Design90%

AI/ML & Technologies

IoT3 yrs · 30+ projects AI1 yr · 3+ projects ML1 yr · 13+ projects Digital Logic1.5 yrs · 7+ projects Analog Circuits2 yrs · 5+ projects Wireless Comm2 months · 10+ projects 5G Technology5 months · 2+ projects Cybersecurity5 months · 1 project
AI / ML85%
IoT Architecture98%
Cybersecurity60%
Analog & Digital Circuits90%

Tools & IDEs

ArduinoArduino IDE3 yrs · 30+ projects VSCodeVS Code2 yrs · 9+ projects AnacondaAnaconda2 yrs · 9+ projects JupyterJupyter1 yr · 2+ projects GitGit Bash2 yrs · 4+ projects GitHub2 yrs · 13+ projects Wokwi1 yr · 7+ projects CanvaCanva2 yrs · 7+ projects ChatGPT4 yrs · 50+ projects Gemini1 yr · 19+ projects
Arduino IDE87%
VS Code88%
Wokwi80%
Github90%

Platforms & Databases

ThingSpeak3 yrs · 13+ projects Blynk IoT3 yrs · 9+ projects MQTT Broker4 months · 2+ projects Hugging Face1 yr · 3+ projects Vercel1 yr · 3+ projects N8N3 months · 2+ projects Tinkercad2 yrs · 5+ projects Cirkit Designer2 yrs · 10+ projects Supabase3 months · 2+ projects MongoDB Atlas1 month · 2+ projects PostgreSQL4 months · 2+ projects
ThingSpeak92%
Blynk IoT88%
Cirkit Designer80%

Soft Skills

CommunicationClear, confident verbal & written TeamworkCross-functional collaboration Problem-SolvingSystematic, creative approach LeadershipGuiding teams, taking ownership Time ManagementPrioritizing, meeting deadlines Critical ThinkingLogical evaluation before deciding Creativity & InnovationTurning ideas into solutions Emotional IntelligenceEmpathetic, relationship-builder
Communication92%
Leadership80%
Time Management88%
Teamwork90%
03 — Goals & Interests

Vision & Direction

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Short-Term Goals

2024–2026
  • →Secure a core IoT or AI/ML internship at a product company
  • →Publish 2-3 research papers in embedded AI / IoT
  • →Build a production-grade IoT product end-to-end
  • →Contribute to meaningful open-source hardware projects
  • →Achieve strong GATE rank for research opportunities
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Long-Term Vision

2027+
  • →Work at a world-class research lab or deep-tech startup
  • →Pursue M.S. / Ph.D. in Embedded AI or Edge Computing
  • →Found a startup addressing India's IoT infrastructure gap
  • →Contribute to India's growing semiconductor ecosystem
  • →Mentor the next generation of ECE engineers
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Job Areas of Interest

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IoT Engineer
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ML/AI Engineer
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Embedded Dev
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Full-Stack Dev
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Research Intern
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Data Engineer
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Research Areas of Interest

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Edge AI / TinyML
On-device inference
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Wireless Sensor Networks
Low-power mesh protocols
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Healthcare IoT
Remote patient monitoring
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AgriTech & Precision Farming
Smart agriculture systems
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Smart Energy Systems
Grid optimization
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Cyber-Physical Security
Secure IoT architectures
04 — Beyond Engineering

Interests & Hobbies

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Hardware Tinkering
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Research Reading
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Gaming
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Technical Writing
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Music
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Football
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Open Source
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Photography
05 — Projects

What I've Built

Forest Fire Detection System

Early Forest Fire Detection using IoT & ML

IoT
ESP32SensorsCloudML

Early detection of fire patterns using temperature and smoke sensors, with alerts to a web dashboard.

View on GitHub
TrueWrite Scan

TrueWrite Scan — Content Credibility Platform

Web
GrammarPlagiarismAI Content

AI-powered grammar, plagiarism, and content analysis platform that processes large documents and generates detailed downloadable reports.

View on GitHub
Solar Tracking System

IoT Smart Dual-axis Solar Tracking System

IoT
ArduinoLDRServo

Servo-controlled solar tracking that increases panel efficiency based on light intensity from LDR sensors.

View on GitHub
Heart Disease Predictor

AI-based Heart Disease Prediction using ML

AI/ML
WebDatasetML Models

AI-driven heart disease prediction system leveraging ML models to support early diagnosis and data-driven healthcare decisions.

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Apple Spoilage Detection

IoT Apple Spoilage Detection using ML

IoT
ESP32SensorsMLCloud

ML-driven IoT system detecting apple spoilage early, reducing food waste through real-time sensor-based monitoring.

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Smart Agricultural Monitoring

IoT Smart Agricultural Monitoring with ML

IoT
ESP32 CamSensorsML

Integrated ML models to process real-time sensor data for intelligent farm condition analysis.

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All Projects on GitHub View on LinkedIn
06 — Research & Publications

Research Work

AI for Social Good & Resilience: Harnessing AI to Transform Society and Improve Quality of Life

Published

Odisha AI Symposium · Symposium Proceedings 2025 · Paper ID - 1571229078

I contributed to a technical study on applying AI, machine learning, and NLP to enhance social resilience in disaster management and personalized healthcare. The findings highlight improved prediction accuracy, resource optimization, and decision-making through AI-driven systems, while emphasizing ethical AI practices for sustainable societal impact.

AINLPDisaster MgmtHealthcare
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A Smart Dual Axis Solar Tracking System for Efficient Photovoltaic Power Generation

Accepted

International Conference on "Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning in Communication and Power Systems" AIMLCPS 2026

Designed and implemented a smart dual-axis solar tracking system using sensor-based control to maximize photovoltaic power generation. Experimental results demonstrated improved energy capture and higher power output compared to fixed solar panel systems, validating the effectiveness of dual-axis tracking for enhanced photovoltaic efficiency.

IoTSolar EnergyEmbeddedPhotovoltaics

AI-Integrated IoT Framework for Coastal Water Quality Monitoring

Accepted

GLOBAL SUMMIT on BLUE ECONOMY - Harnessing Science, Innovation & Sustainability for India's Marine Future

Designed and developed an AI-based IoT system for real-time coastal water quality monitoring using ESP32 and multiple environmental sensors. The system integrates pH, turbidity, dissolved oxygen, temperature, and gas sensing with cloud platforms like ThingSpeak and Blynk IoT for remote visualization and continuous monitoring. Machine learning models including regression, SVM, KNN, decision tree, and AdaBoost achieved 93–96% accuracy, enabling efficient and cost-effective environmental assessment for sustainable Blue Economy management.

IoTWater QualityMachine LearningEnvironmental MonitoringBlue Economy
BEST PAPER AWARD
07 — Experience

Internships & Roles

Launchpad Learning Program Intern

PwC (PricewaterhouseCoopers)

REMOTE Feb 2026 – July 2026

Building enterprise technology skills through hands-on learning in Generative AI, Core Java, Modern Data Systems, and Salesforce as part of PwC’s Launchpad Program.

Gen AICore JAVAModern Data SystemsSalesforce

Front-end Development Intern

Cognifyz Technologies

REMOTE Dec 2025 – Jan 2026

Built responsive, interactive UIs with animations, theming, and clean component structures. Delivered production-grade frontend interfaces.

HTML/CSSJavaScriptTailwindAnimations

Python for AI Intern

Bleep Education

REMOTE Sep 2025 – Oct 2025

Used Python for AI model development, including data analysis, feature engineering, and model evaluation.

PythonAI/MLData AnalysisModel Evaluation

Machine Learning Intern

Cognifyz Technologies

REMOTE Dec 2025 – Jan 2026

Built and tested ML models, performed data preprocessing, and analyzed datasets to improve model performance.

ML ModelsData PreprocessingPythonAnalysis

Internet of Things Intern

Central Tool Room & Training Centre

ON-SITE Jun 2025

Integrated sensors, microcontrollers, and cloud services to deliver end-to-end automation solutions. Worked with real hardware deployments.

ESP32SensorsCloudAutomationIoT
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08 — Achievements

Achievements & Awards

Virtual Vista 2.0

Virtual Vista 2.0 — National Level Competition

IEEE-CS Guru Nanak Institutions · 2025

Developed a web-based platform for circular fashion — enabling clothing exchange for credits with AI-driven style recommendations to reduce textile waste.

Naukri Campus Certificate

Naukri Campus Young Turks 2025

India's largest skill contest · 2025

Awarded Certificate of Merit after scoring 94.32 percentile in India's largest national-level skill assessment — reflecting strong problem-solving and technical proficiency.

Project Expo

The Project Expo — NIST University 2025

NIST University Foundation Day · 2025

Presented an IoT-based Smart Agriculture Monitoring System at NIST's 1st University Foundation Day, demonstrating real-time sensor-based agricultural monitoring.

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09 — Value Proposition

What I Can Do For You

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End-to-End IoT Systems

Design sensor networks, firmware, and secure cloud pipelines that turn real-world signals into reliable, real-time insights.

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Intelligent AI & ML

Build and deploy ML models that detect patterns, predict events, and optimize decision-making for IoT and business workflows.

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Interactive Dashboards

Build responsive web dashboards that visualize live data streams, alerts, and analytics in a clean, stakeholder-friendly way.

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Embedded Prototypes

Rapidly prototype and test embedded systems, integrating sensors, connectivity, and AI to validate ideas before full-scale builds.

10 — Social Proof

What Others Say

"Gopal consistently demonstrates strong fundamentals in electronics and communication, and quickly turns concepts into working IoT prototypes. He has excellent IoT and embedded systems skills — builds complete prototypes from sensors to cloud dashboards with impressive speed and reliability."

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Deepika Padhy
Final-year M.Tech Student, IIT Bombay

"His interest in AI, ML, and embedded systems shows a clear research mindset. Gopal documents his work well and thinks in terms of experiments, results, and improvements. Strong AI/ML researcher mindset — his work shows deep understanding of signal processing, predictive modeling, and real-world IoT applications."

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Surabhi Rathore
Ph.D. Scholar & Researcher, NIT Rourkela

"Gopal writes clean, well-structured code and understands how to integrate hardware, APIs, and front-end components. He would be a strong addition to any development team — smooth cloud integrations and professional project documentation throughout."

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Prakash Mathur
VLSI Verification Engineer, Intel

"He takes ownership of projects, explores beyond the syllabus, and delivers practical solutions in domains like IoT and smart systems. A motivated learner with excellent growth potential — exceptional engineering talent in AI/ML who delivers practical, scalable solutions."

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Asit Kumar Panda
Project Mentor, NIST University