Pratik Tanikella

Aspiring Software Engineer

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Expected Graduation: 2026 • Programming: Python, Java, C • Frameworks: Angular, LangChain

About

I’m a UNC Charlotte student studying Computer Science with a strong interest in building full‑stack applications, AI integrations, and accessible user experiences. I enjoy translating complex datasets into useful interfaces and automations.

  • Relevant Coursework: Data Structures, Managerial Economics, Design Prototyping, Visual Analytics
  • Tools: JUnit, Selenium, Jasmine, Protractor, Streamlit
Technical Skills & Certifications

Microsoft Office Suite, Trello, Asana, Python — Programming: Python, Java, C — Frameworks: Angular, LangChain

Experience

Vanguard — Application Engineer Intern
Jan 2026 – Present • Charlotte, NC

Built full‑stack Angular frontends and Java REST microservices; implemented TDD and automated tests (JUnit, Protractor, Jasmine, Selenium); integrated with CI pipelines to improve deployment reliability.

Cisco Systems — Software Engineer I Intern
Jun 2025 – Aug 2025 • Raleigh, NC

Built an Agentic AI platform using LangChain to process large customer datasets; used Python and Java for performance tuning and QA testing.

BrandSymbol — Business Development Intern
Aug 2024 – Dec 2024 • Charlotte, NC

Managed CRM across 200+ profiles, supported client pitches, and collaborated on strategy for new business development.

Projects

Website Enhancement Strategy for CVTC
Jul 2025

UI/UX audits, accessibility improvements, Figma wireframes, and WordPress template recommendations to improve hierarchy and mobile responsiveness.

Agentic AI Chatbot (Cisco)
Jun 2025

Built a LangChain-based system to query large datasets via conversational UI and improved data throughput and reliability.

Personal Portfolio Website
May 2024

Responsive personal site showcasing projects, resume, and contact information using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

IoT Arduino Device
Jun 2020 – Aug 2021

Built a people‑counter IoT device using C/C++ and Arduino; transmitted occupancy data to a cloud API; won IoT Arduino Challenge.

Leadership & Honors

Collegiate DECA — Founder & President

Feb 2024 – Present

Grew Collegiate DECA to 50+ students, organized workshops and speaker events, and led teams to strong competitive placements.

Honors
  • Top 10 — International Collegiate DECA ICDC 2025
  • 1st — IoT Arduino Challenge
  • Top 10 — TSA State Competition

Contact

Pratik Tanikella

Phone: 919-949-8817 • Email: pratiktanikella@gmail.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/pratik-tanikella