Hi, I'm Varnie 👋
Computer Science & AI @ University of Bath | Building Startups | Prev. AI Engineer @ Airbus & Shell
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About

I specialise in applying advanced AI to the physical world. Currently focused on building a stealth startup on Robotics, AI and Physiology to revolutionise health and fitness. This is not just another app; we are engineering systems for physical performance.

Work Experience

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Airbus

Aug 2024 - Sep 2025
AI Engineer
Engineered XRL metrics for multi-agent combat simulation environment (ReLeGSim) using RLlib, culminating in a research paper presented at the XAI Conference.
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BagBudy

Jul 2024 - Sep 2024
Chief Technology Officer
Led the development and architecture of the BagBudy web application, a comprehensive luggage transfer service platform for Heathrow Airport. Built a seamless booking system that allows customers to schedule luggage pickup from their doorstep and delivery to the airport terminal. Implemented secure payment processing, real-time tracking, and customer management systems. Developed the complete user experience from order placement to airport meet-and-greet coordination, ensuring tamper-proof packing.
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Shell

Aug 2023 - Sep 2024
Data Scientist
Developed predictive charging models using Time Series Transformers and built EV traffic simulation tool, while leveraging OCPP protocol and clustering vehicles based on their charge curves.
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Ditchcarbon

May 2023 - Aug 2023
Summer Intern
Excelled in modern REST API development (Ruby on Rails, B2B), managed, processed, and transformed client data using Python. Created a Carbon Emissions Calculator (React, Typescript, B2C). Developed precise automated PDF data extraction tool (GPT-4) with 95% accuracy, showcasing prompt engineering proficiency. Managed supplier research pipeline and scoped client requirements adeptly.
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Rontec Retail

Aug 2022 - Jun 2023
Store Assistant
Worked as a store assistant at a petrol station, collaborating within a proficient team to deliver top-notch customer service. Managed store organization, handled cash transactions meticulously, and ensured inventory restocking. I actively assisted customers, offered product insights, and efficiently resolved any arising concerns.

Skills

Python
Go
Postgres
C
Java
JavaScript
Ruby on Rails
TensorFlow
Keras
Scikit-learn
Kali Linux
Wireshark
Metasploit
Burp Suite
Docker
Kubernetes
C++
Git
Oracle Cloud
My Projects

Check out my latest work

I've worked on a variety of projects, from simple websites to complex web applications. Here are a few of my favorites.

ISO 15118 Certificate Fetcher for EV Charging

Developed a comprehensive ISO 15118 certificate fetcher system for electric vehicle charging infrastructure during my internship at Shell. This project handles the complex certificate provisioning workflow required for secure EV charging communications, implementing the full certificate installation and management process according to ISO 15118 standards.

Python
ISO 15118
Certificate Management
EV Charging Infrastructure
Cryptography
PKI

Intrusion Detection System

I used Logistic Regression on KDD Cup 99 data set to develop a model that can accurately detect and classify network attacks into DoS, Probe, R2L or U2R categories. This cybersecurity project demonstrates machine learning applications in network security.

Python
Scikit-learn
Machine Learning
Cybersecurity
Data Analysis

Academorphic

AI-powered research assistant that streamlines the dissertation process by automating literature reviews. It leverages the Vercel AI SDK and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) to intelligently search the ArXiv database, summarizing key findings and answering specific research questions. The tool features a generative user interface that guides students through refining their topics and exports synthesized analysis directly into a professional PDF document.

Vercel AI SDK 3.0
React
ArXiv API
RAG
LLMs

Ditchcarbon Auto Extraction

Leveraged prompt engineering extensively in developing sophisticated software using Ruby on Rails and ChatGPT for efficient data extraction from diverse documents. Automated PDF extraction, processing 200,000 reports. Enhanced accuracy via user-driven prompt and data point refinement. Streamlined data extraction, conversion, and analysis.

Ruby on Rails
ChatGPT
Python
PDF Processing
Prompt Engineering
Data Extraction
Hackathons

I like building things

During my time in university, I attended 2+ hackathons. People from around the country would come together and build incredible things in 2-3 days. It was eye-opening to see the endless possibilities brought to life by a group of motivated and passionate individuals.

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    Bath Hackathon 2024 - Academorphic

    Bath, UK

    Participated in Bath Hackathon 2024, developing innovative solutions and collaborating with fellow students on challenging technical problems.
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    Bath Hackathon 2023 - 'Honest Emissions'

    Bath, UK

    A Chrome extension displays carbon emissions and tree impact for viewed products. It ranks similar products by low CO2 emissions, offers price, rating, and reviews. Empowers informed, eco-conscious shopping. 'Honest Emissions' received recognition as the winner of the 'Best Use of Ditch Carbon API' prize track.
Contact

Get in Touch

Want to chat? Just shoot me a dm with a direct question on twitter and I'll respond whenever I can. I will ignore all soliciting.