Thirumaran Kaushik Manian
I'm Kaushik, an IT enthusiast with a passion for coding, robotics, and electronics. As a certified Swift Developer, I combine software expertise with advanced tech to create innovative solutions. My journey includes leading the Apple Developer Society at Singapore Polytechnic and building a life-sized humanoid robot. I’ve also won 10 out of 15 hackathons, including Hackomania and Rewired. My goal is to impact the IT sector by driving innovation, and interning is the key step to gaining the experience needed to achieve this.
Here are some of the professions that I sincerely enjoy doing:
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Apple Development: Through the Swift Acceleration Programme, I became a Swift Developer, culminating in releasing my own app on the App Store as part of a collaborative team.
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Programming Proficiency: My coding journey, starting in childhood, covers JavaScript, C++, Swift, and Python. I continuously enhance my skills to stay ahead in the evolving tech landscape.
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Information Technology Expertise: As an IT student at Singapore Polytechnic, I’ve built a strong foundation in software development, database management, and system design. My expertise spans technologies like OpenCV, TensorFlow, and cloud platforms like VMware, applied in both academic and personal projects.
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Electronics Enthusiast: My passion for electronics began in O-Levels and deepened through STEM activities. I’ve completed over 60 projects, from simple circuits to complex systems, always pushing creative boundaries.
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Drone Racing: Since discovering drone racing in 2019 through my CCA, I’ve competed in numerous races, honing my skills and enjoying the competitive thrill.
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Robotics and 3D Printing: My love for electronics expanded into robotics and 3D printing, enabling new creative avenues. A standout project is "Robby," a fully 3D-printed humanoid robot integrating advanced software and hardware.
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Hackathon Success: I’m a seasoned hackathon competitor, winning 10 out of 15 competitions, including top honours at Hackomania 2024 and Rewired 2024, demonstrating my ability to innovate under pressure.
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Leadership Roles:
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Founder and President of the Apple Developer Society (ADS): I founded ADS at Singapore Polytechnic in 2024, growing it to over 200 members. I led initiatives teaching Apple development (Xcode, Swift) and expanded the society’s reach across all schools.
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CCA Leader: As a CCA leader during my upper secondary years (2021-2022), I guided peers in STEM projects and competitions, fostering collaboration and innovation.
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Peer Support Leader: In upper secondary, I mentored students as a Peer Support Leader, helping build a positive school culture.
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Makersfaire President: As President of Makersfaire (2020-2021), I secured funding, increased membership, and led the group to multiple competition victories.
Please feel free to look through my Online Portfolio.