Vaman Rajagopal
Computer Science Major
I'm a Computer Science student at the University of Michigan, exploring the intersection of AI, autonomy, and full-stack development. My experience ranges from implementing visual odometry and LiDAR-based localization for autonomous vehicles to building scalable web and API systems that support real users.
I enjoy designing software that bridges intelligence and interaction, from AI-powered HUDs and course assistant platforms to real-time community tools used by thousands. I'm driven by curiosity, creativity, and a desire to engineer systems that feel both powerful and intuitive.
Academics
Foundations in computer science, math, and engineering with hands-on projects.
University of Michigan
Relevant Coursework
Lenape High School
Relevant Coursework
Professional Experience
Hands-on work across autonomy, AI, and software engineering.
Research Assistant
Michigan Institute for Computational Discovery and Engineering
Developing a coachbot for the Joy of Coding course using FastAPI and OpenAI's ChatGPT API.
Software Developer
VTI Aerospace
Implemented a Visual Odometry model in ROS2 and C++ using ORB-SLAM3, enabling GPS-free drone localization and trajectory mapping in simulation. Set up simulation environment in AirSi.
Autonomous Engineer
MRacing
Developing LiDAR processing algorithms and cone clustering systems for autonomous navigation through racetracks.
Software Engineer
Red Watch Robotics
Engineered motion profiling and autonomous navigation systems for FRC robots.
Featured Projects
Selected work spanning AI, web, and tooling.
Coachbot for Coding
Course assistant platform with React and FastAPI. Lets instructors create chatbots linked to class materials and tools. Integrated APIs for data retrieval and context-aware debugging support.
Resonant
Crowd sentiment analysis and virtual HUD for DJs. Provides real time metrics about the audience in one glance.
Player Performance Tracking
Designed intelligent bots for a 60,000+ user community to moderate forums, host events, and analyze user behavior, with a Python API powering real-time leaderboards.
Cube360 App
Flutter and Firebase-based app for nonprofits, featuring nearby event discovery and RSVP tracking to promote healthcare access and volunteer engagement.
FRC Analytics Platform
React and Firebase-based platform to track performance metrics of 200+ FRC teams, implementing custom ranking algorithms for optimized playoff strategies.
Skills & Technologies
A toolbox spanning languages, frameworks, and platforms.
Languages
Frameworks & Libraries
Tools & Technologies
Get In Touch
Open to collaborations, research, and interesting problems.