Sharan Venkatapathy | Student Developer

About me

Curious, hands-on, and still very much learning.

I am a student developer who enjoys figuring out how software works by building things from scratch, breaking them, and improving them. I like projects that have a clear use: reminders people will actually see, tools that make information easier to understand, or apps that help someone do a task with less friction.

I also like building computers and learning how the hardware side fits together: parts, upgrades, troubleshooting, storage, performance, and the practical details that make a setup reliable. I try to keep up with new hardware because it helps me understand what is possible before I start building software around it.

I am not trying to sound like I have everything mastered. I am building my skills one project at a time, with a focus on writing clearer code, making better interfaces, and learning how to finish ideas instead of just starting them.

Outside of personal projects, I have spent time in hackathons and volunteer roles where communication matters as much as the code. Those experiences have helped me get better at explaining ideas, working with other people, and staying useful under time pressure.

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Projects

Things I have been building.

These are practical projects I can keep improving over time. Some are finished enough to share, and some are experiments where the next step is making the idea more reliable.

Featured project

Status: In progress / experimental

SmartHub — Local AI Assistant Hub

SmartHub is my experimental local AI assistant project. I am building it as a modular hub that can connect local models with real computer actions, starting with browser control, YouTube search, simple task history, and app automation.

The goal is to learn how local AI can actually help on a personal computer without relying only on cloud tools or stopping at chatbot replies. I am experimenting with local models through LM Studio, then connecting those responses to practical actions through tools like Python, FastAPI/Uvicorn, Playwright, and PyAutoGUI.

I am also exploring how SmartHub could connect with my NAS/home lab setup, so the assistant can eventually be reached from devices at home instead of being tied to one machine.

Early focus

Browser control
YouTube search and video selection
Task history
Small app and desktop automations

Future direction

YouTube and music modules
Games and productivity tools
Email workflows
Home server and desktop automation modules

Android app

Smart Daily Wallpaper Scheduler

An Android project that changes the user's wallpaper based on their schedule and preferences. The idea is to make the phone background work like a quiet daily dashboard, with tasks and date-based visual changes visible without opening another app.

This project helped me work with background tasks, Android system APIs, and the challenge of making useful information feel simple instead of cluttered.

View code on GitHub

Android AR prototype

Wall Scanner 3D Pro

A work-in-progress Android AR prototype for wall scanning and basic 3D room reconstruction. The goal is to detect walls and common wall elements, then create exportable models that could help with renovation planning or room visualization.

The project is still evolving, especially around recognition accuracy and full-room completion. It has been a good way to explore ARCore, computer vision ideas, and the limits of on-device processing.

View code on GitHub

Home Lab / NAS Setup

Storage, backups, and local access at home.

My NAS/home lab setup is where I experiment with storage, backups, file sharing, and local network access. I use it to keep files organized, practice syncing and backup workflows, and learn how devices talk to each other on a home network.

I am also exploring how it can connect with my SmartHub project, so a local AI assistant can be accessed around the house instead of being tied to one machine. This is still in-progress, but it is helping me learn practical networking, storage, and self-hosting in a hands-on way.

What I use it for

File storage and organization
Backups and syncing experiments
SMB and network sharing
Local access across home devices

What I am exploring

Remote access and local network experiments
Self-hosted tools and services
SmartHub access from multiple devices
How local AI could run on or connect through a home server

Skills

Tools and topics I work with.

Web

HTML
CSS
JavaScript
Responsive layouts
GitHub Pages

Android

Kotlin
Android SDK
WorkManager
WallpaperManager API
ARCore basics

Programming

Python
Java
API basics
Debugging
Project documentation

Design and making

UI/UX design
Figma
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Illustrator
CAD modeling with Autodesk tools

Hardware and systems

PC building
Hardware troubleshooting
Storage and backups
Home server basics
Following new computer hardware

What I'm learning

The next version is always the interesting part.

Cleaner Android architecture

Improving how I structure Android projects so features are easier to test, change, and explain later.

AR and computer vision

Learning the basics behind room scanning, object detection, and the tradeoffs between accuracy and performance.

Better front-end polish

Practicing spacing, contrast, accessibility, and small interaction details so pages feel finished instead of just functional.

Writing better project notes

Getting better at documenting what a project does, what is unfinished, and what I learned while building it.

Computer hardware and home setups

Keeping up with PC parts, storage options, and practical hardware choices so my software and home lab projects are built on setups I understand.

Experience

Hackathons and volunteering.

These roles have helped me practice teamwork, communication, and building under real constraints.

Hackathons

MRU Hacks October 2025

Worked with a team on a safety-focused mobile app during a short hackathon build. I contributed to coding, debugging, user experience improvements, and presenting the final project to judges and participants.

Hack the Bias January 2026

Helped design and build a web platform focused on reducing hiring bias for teenagers in Canada. The project centered on profiles that show skills, volunteer work, projects, verified hours, availability, and supervisor feedback.

Volunteer work

Calgary Public Library December 2025 - Present

Support teens and community members in a makerspace setting by helping with digital tools, basic troubleshooting, project setup, and keeping the workspace organized and safe.

Teen tech lead

Planet Youth March 2025 - Present

Help with youth-focused community initiatives, including event setup, outreach, participant engagement, and creating a welcoming environment for activities.

Teen organizing volunteer

YMCA May 2025 - Present

Assist with community programs, activity setup, and participant support while practicing teamwork, communication, and responsibility.

Event organizing volunteer

Contact

Want to connect?

I am open to project ideas, feedback, hackathon conversations, and opportunities to learn from people working on interesting things.

Email sharanleodania@gmail.com GitHub github.com/XD3VQ LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/sharan-venkatapathy