About & Background

Engineering mindset, technical expertise, and leadership journey

The Story So Far

I am Kuldeep Lakhera, a Computer Engineering student at VPKBIET (CGPA: 9.1/10) with a focused passion for engineering production-grade software.

My hands-on experience includes developing full-stack features for startup products at Insite Arc and Nexoraa Tech. I’ve worked closely with clients to translate real business requirements into dependable RESTful APIs, optimized MongoDB schemas, and responsive web UIs.

Beyond code, I serve as Tech Lead for both CESA (Computer Engineering Students Association) and E-Cell, where I lead development on a resource platform serving 200+ active student users and conduct peer workshops on Git and agile practices.

MERN Stack
Next.js 16
WebSockets
REST APIs
PostgreSQL / MongoDB
Docker

Quick Snapshot

Current RoleFull Stack Web Developer @ Insite Arc
Degree & InstitutionB.Tech, Computer Engineering @ VPKBIETCGPA: 9.1 / 10 (Aug 2023 – May 2027)
LocationMaharashtra, India (Open to Remote & Hybrid)
Specialization: High-throughput REST endpoints, WebSocket state sync, and clean component systems.

Full-Stack Architecture

Architecting end-to-end applications with TypeScript, Next.js, and Node.js. Focused on maintainable abstractions and clean codebases.

Real-Time & Distributed Systems

Designing low-latency event systems with WebSockets (Socket.io), real-time dashboards, and performant REST APIs.

Technical Leadership

Leading technical teams as Tech Lead at CESA & E-Cell. Guiding sprints, architecting student portals, and mentoring peers in Git workflows.

Performance Engineering

Optimizing database schemas and indexing to reduce query latency by 20%, and leveraging Canvas rendering for 60fps web experiences.

Tech Stack & Skills

Technologies, frameworks, and engineering tools I build with

JavaScript
languages

JavaScript

Modern ES6+ syntax, asynchronous programming, DOM APIs, and functional patterns.

TypeScript
languages

TypeScript

Static type safety, generics, interfaces, and maintainable large-scale architectures.

HTML5
frontend

HTML5

Semantic document structure, web accessibility (a11y), and modern standards.

CSS3
frontend

CSS3

Responsive design, Flexbox, CSS Grid, keyframe animations, and custom properties.

React
frontend

React

Reusable component architecture, state management, hooks, and virtual DOM reconciliation.

Next.js
frontend

Next.js

App Router, Server Components, SSR, static site generation, and SEO optimization.

Tailwind CSS
frontend

Tailwind CSS

Utility-first CSS, custom design tokens, responsive breakpoints, and dark mode theming.

Node.js
backend

Node.js

Event-driven asynchronous runtime, RESTful API design, and scalable server processes.

Express.js
backend

Express.js

Modular routing, middleware pipelines, error handling, and API security best practices.

MongoDB
database cloud

MongoDB

Document modeling with Mongoose, aggregation pipelines, and indexing optimization.

Git
core tools

Git

Distributed version control, branch management, merge workflows, and rebase strategies.

GitHub
core tools

GitHub

Pull request reviews, GitHub Actions CI/CD pipelines, issue tracking, and release management.

Docker
database cloud

Docker

Containerization, reproducible microservices environments, and multi-stage builds.

Java
languages

Java

Object-oriented programming, class hierarchies, multithreading, and memory management.

Python
languages

Python

Data analysis, backend automation, scripting, and machine learning foundations.

C++
languages

C++

High-performance computation, memory pointers, STL structures, and algorithmic logic.

SQL / MySQL
database cloud

SQL / MySQL

Relational schema design, complex joins, subqueries, normalization, and ACID transactions.

Socket.io
backend

Socket.io

Full-duplex WebSocket communication, room multiplexing, and low-latency state sync.

Mapbox API
database cloud

Mapbox API

Interactive geospatial mapping, custom markers, reverse geocoding, and map styling.

Postman
core tools

Postman

API testing, automated endpoint collections, environment variables, and mock servers.

Cloudinary
database cloud

Cloudinary

Cloud asset management, automated image transformations, compression, and secure uploads.

Power BI
core tools

Power BI

Business intelligence modeling, interactive reporting dashboards, and KPI metrics visualization.

Data Structures & Algorithms
core tools

Data Structures & Algorithms

Trees, graphs, dynamic programming, sorting/searching algorithms, and algorithmic complexity.

AI/ML Fundamentals
core tools

AI/ML Fundamentals

Supervised & unsupervised learning, model evaluation metrics, and predictive architectures.

Agile / Scrum
core tools

Agile / Scrum

Sprint planning, daily standups, backlog refinement, iterative delivery, and code reviews.

Work Experience

Professional startup engineering and client-facing feature development

Data Engineering Intern

ADT Baramati•Baramati, MH (Integration with Oxford & Microsoft)
2026 — Present
  • Working on data engineering workflows involving data collection, transformation, integration, and preparation of structured datasets for analytics and AI applications.
  • Building ETL pipelines using Azure Data Factory with parameterization, data transformation workflows, and trigger-based execution.
  • Working with SQL and cloud-based data workflows to process, validate, and organize datasets for downstream analytics and machine learning use cases.
SQL / MySQLSQL / MySQL
PythonPython
GitGit

Full Stack Web Developer

InsiteArc•Nashik, MH
2026 — 2026
  • Developed and deployed full-stack web applications using the MERN stack, contributing across frontend, backend APIs, database integration, and deployment.
  • Collaborated directly with clients to gather requirements, present development progress, and deliver iterative production-ready solutions.
ReactReact
Node.jsNode.js
Express.jsExpress.js
MongoDBMongoDB
JavaScriptJavaScript
GitGit

Web Developer

Nexoraa Tech•Pune, MH
2026 — 2026
  • Developed responsive web interfaces and reusable components while collaborating through Git-based development workflows and code reviews.
JavaScriptJavaScript
ReactReact
Tailwind CSSTailwind CSS
GitGit
Agile / ScrumAgile / Scrum

Featured Projects

Production web applications, full-stack systems, and open-source software

Education

My academic background

Vidya Pratishthan’s Kamalnayan Bajaj Institute of Engineering & Technology (VPKBIET)

Bachelor of Technology in Computer Engineering

Aug 2023 – May 2027
CGPA: 9.1/10

Focusing on fundamental computer science principles, core software engineering practices, database architectures, and algorithmic thinking.

Key Coursework
Data Structures & Algorithms
AI/ML Fundamentals
Database Systems (SQL & NoSQL)
Software Engineering Methodology
Business Intelligence

DNCVP College

Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC), Science

2021 – 2023
Percentage: 72%

Completed standard secondary education focusing on Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Computer Science studies.

Achievements & Leadership

Hackathons, engineering leadership initiatives, and accredited certifications

Key Accomplishments

Smart India Hackathon 2024

National Hackathon

Team Lead (Final Development Phase)

Appointed Team Lead to coordinate technical execution, resolve critical integration bugs, and drive prototype delivery under tight hackathon timelines.

Avishkar Research Convention (SPPU)

Research Presentation

University-Level Presenter

Selected to present the 'Flood Management System' research project at the university level, showcasing predictive data models and public safety alert architectures.

Leadership & Initiatives

Tech Lead

2024 – Present

Computer Engineering Students Association (CESA)

VPKBIET, Baramati

  • Leading end-to-end development of a student resource portal serving 200+ active users.
  • Mentoring peers in full-stack engineering, code modularity, and Git version control workflows.

Tech Lead

2024 – Present

Entrepreneurship Cell (E-Cell)

VPKBIET, Baramati

  • Digitized event management workflows for cell initiatives, increasing overall registration efficiency by 40%.

Certifications & Specialized Training

Business Intelligence Coursework

NPTEL Certified

Completed certified academic coursework focusing on business intelligence pipelines, reporting, and data modeling.

Artificial Intelligence Coursework

NPTEL Certified

Completed certified coursework in artificial intelligence concepts, search heuristics, and knowledge representation.

Python for Data Science Coursework

NPTEL Certified

Certified coursework in Python, covering data frames, visualization libraries, and scientific computing packages.

CDAC Bootcamp: Drone/UAS Technology

CDAC Certified

Completed intensive hands-on practical training in unmanned aerial systems configurations and drone architectures.

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