RATNA
KOUSHIK
SOFTWARE DEVELOPER
PRODUCT-MINDED BUILDER
TRINITY WESTERN UNIVERSITY · 2027
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"Built to be reliable.
Tuned to be precise.
Like a Porsche 911."
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// About

Ratna Koushik
Appasani

SOFTWARE FOR REAL-WORLD WORKFLOWS

I build software that turns messy real-world workflows into clean, useful digital systems. I'm studying Computer Science at Trinity Western University, and I like working where dependable engineering, product thinking, and interface design meet.

A lot of my best work lives in that space: mobile tools, internal platforms, and privacy-first AI experiences that need to feel simple for the user and solid underneath. My background in automation and robotics still shapes how I build, and outside of code I'm usually around Porsche design, hiking, or homelab projects, including building my own NAS.

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Internships
2
Degrees
2027
B.Sc. Grad
Ratna Koushik Appasani
// Education

Education

Bachelor of Science in Computing Science

Trinity Western University — Langley, BC · 2023 to 2027

Currently studying computer science with a practical focus on software systems, mobile development, backend APIs, and product-minded engineering.

Diploma in Automation and Robotic Engineering

Central Institution of Tool Design — Telangana, India · 2020 to 2023

Built my foundation in engineering systems, automation, and structured problem-solving, which still shapes how I approach debugging, architecture, and real-world software workflows.

// Skills

How I Build

// Languages

Python Java JavaScript TypeScript Dart XML Rust C C++ Julia Perl Fortran HTML / CSS

// Frameworks & Platforms

React React Native Flutter Flask FastAPI Node.js Firebase Auth Firestore Android SDK Provider

// Tools

Git GitHub Android Studio VS Code Postman Docker Markdown

// Concepts

REST APIs Backend API Design HTTP Services UI Systems Debugging Profiling Agile Collaboration Version Control Rapid Prototyping Offline Sync Local AI
// Experience

Where I've Worked

App Development Intern

Acsestech — Apr to Aug 2025

Worked inside a Git-based team workflow to ship React Native features tied to REST APIs and real user flows. I focused on reusable component patterns, cross-device testing, and the debugging needed to keep the product stable when it left the simulator and hit real phones.

App Development Intern

Verzeo x Immensphere — Jun to Jul 2022

Built and refined Android UI in Java/XML, improved responsive screens, and used Android Studio profiling tools to track down performance and stability issues. I also contributed reusable UI components and worked in an Agile-style environment that emphasized clean Git habits and fast iteration.

// Recent

Recent Achievements

Latest Post · UFV Cyber Defense & AI Hackathon

1st Place in the Cyber Strike Challenge

I recently shared a milestone from the UFV School of Computing Cyber Defense & AI Hackathon, where my team won 1st place in the Cyber Strike Challenge. It was the kind of high-pressure environment I enjoy most: real-world security problems, fast collaboration, clear communication, and technical decision-making under time constraints.

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Earlier Post · TWU MET Club Hackathon

Led a Prompt Engineering Workshop at TWU

I also recently shared my experience helping with Trinity Western University's first hackathon through the MET Club, where I led a prompt engineering workshop and supported a live chess-bot challenge with the TWU Chess Club. It was a strong blend of teaching, collaboration, and practical AI work in a builder-focused setting.

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// Projects

Work on GitHub

01

Cipher BC

Privacy-first AI assistant for BC regulations that turns legal PDFs into fast, context-aware Q&A. Built with Flask, intent-aware prompting, and in-memory document handling.

Flask PDF Q&A Privacy-First AI
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02

FoodLink Donation Intake

Digital donation logging system for FoodLink Society that replaced a paper workflow with offline sync, editable entries, dashboards, reporting, and audit tools in Firebase and Firestore.

Firebase Firestore Offline Sync
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03

Ghost Helper

Privacy-first browser extension that lets users chat with a local Ollama model about the active page and its images while keeping context on-device.

Browser Extension Ollama Local AI
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04

Poki Buddy

Gamified shared-living app for chores, bills, and routines with XP, streaks, rewards, and playful accountability loops.

Flutter Firebase Gamified UX
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05

File Reader

Local-first audio app for transcription, translation, summaries, and Q&A, powered by Whisper without sending recordings to external services.

FastAPI Whisper Local-First
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06

K-mer ML Classifier

Machine learning project for classifying Escherichia species from 16S rRNA sequences using alignment-free k-mer features.

Python ML Bioinformatics
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07

Sky Ring Flyer

A-Frame VR game where a paper plane guides dreams through clouds and glowing rings, built with mobile VR, gaze controls, and a story mode.

A-Frame WebVR Game Design
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08

Solar System Simulation

Interactive A-Frame solar system exploring orbit animation, lighting, textured planets, and navigable 3D space.

A-Frame WebVR 3D Interaction
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09

Chess Bot Tournament Backend

Python backend for hosting chess-bot tournaments, letting participants plug in bots and compete in a controlled environment.

Python Chess Backend
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10

AI Project 2

Early Python-based AI course project exploring model logic, automation, and fast iteration through small experiments.

Python AI/ML Course Project
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11

PrivacySense

Early privacy-centered product concept around safer digital experiences and stronger user control.

Privacy Concept In Progress
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12

AI Therapist

Early conversational AI concept exploring supportive UX and more thoughtful human-centered interfaces.

AI Concept In Progress
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13

Ratna Portfolio

Earlier static portfolio site built with vanilla HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to present projects and client work.

HTML / CSS JavaScript Portfolio
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14

Ratna Portfolio 2.0

Current portfolio direction exploring ASCII art, scroll-driven transitions, and a more distinctive static web identity.

HTML / CSS JavaScript ASCII UI
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// Interests

Beyond Code

🏎️
Porsche 911
🖥️
Homelabs
💾
DIY NAS
🥾
Hiking
🎨
Design
// Contact

Let's Connect

If you're hiring, building something useful, or just want to talk about product, software, AI, or design, I'd be glad to connect.

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