I’m Arogya Upadhyaya.
I am a software and data engineer who enjoys turning complex information into something useful and understandable. I work at the intersection of engineering and analytics. I build APIs, automate pipelines, and create dashboards that help people make better decisions.
I’m currently finishing up my Computer Science degree at Westminster University, Salt Lake City with a minor in Applied Mathematics. I am also working as a Data Engineering Intern at Ken Garff Automotive Group, Salt Lake City, where I focus on data automation and explore AI tools like Snowflake Cortex. Outside of work, I’m currently involved in two research projects, one that uses computer vision to study brine fly populations and another one analyzing computer science education data. I also spend time on personal projects that let me experiment with new ideas and technologies.
This portfolio brings together my projects from researches to independent work. Each project represents something I’ve learned along the way. My long term goal is to grow into a thoughtful engineer. With the motive of making technology accessible to all, I want to become someone who not only builds efficient systems but also understands the people and purpose behind them.
Experiences
Data Engineering Intern
May 2024 - Present
- Automated event‑driven Domo dataset refreshes using the Domo API triggered by Snowflake ingestion in IICS, eliminating fixed schedules and cutting manual refresh actions significantly.
- Built scalable API pipelines for ManageEngine service desk data and Google Reviews, standardizing delivery to Snowflake for 65+ dealerships and retiring manual exports.
- Led R&D on Snowflake Cortex to ship production use cases including sentiment analysis of Google Reviews and a Confluence‑connected RAG assistant, improving knowledge access and analysis speed for business teams.
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Ken Garff Automotive Group
Research Assistant
December 2023 - Present
- Great Salt Lake Institute: Collected and annotated underwater images of brine fly pupae in Roboflow, trained and validated a YOLO detector, achieving about 95% confidence, enabling automated population monitoring workflows.
- CS4Utah.org: Built React dashboards and automated Python analytics, utilizing Pandas and Matplot, to visualize statewide high school CS enrollment, incorporating stakeholder feedback to improve accessibility.
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Westminster University
Full Stack PHP Developer
July 2022 - June 2023
- Designed and developed a modular Office Management System from the ground up, including HR, payroll, project, and membership management workflows, improving operational efficiency and expanding product capabilities.
- Migrated to PHP 8.1, optimized SQL queries, and reindexed databases, significantly improving stability and performance.
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Aarya Technology & Management
Project Lead
June 2021 - November 2021
- Led the research and development of, Arduino C++ based, Vel-Calc, providing a cost-effective alternative to other expensive traffic velocity calculators in Nepal
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National Innovation Center
Web UI Mentor
June 2021 - September 2021
- Co-founded the initiative and remotely tutored 100+ students the fundamentals of Web UI development in HTML and CSS, inspiring and motivating 100s of students towards programming
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Code To Grow
Co-Founder & Chief Secretary
September 2020 - August 2021
- Oversaw club meetings and administration while leading successful events like the Quick STEM Maze and Practical Engineering Activities' Session (PEAS), engaging over 120 participants, earning recognition for the positive impact
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Chelsea STEM Club
Projects
AI Larvae/Pupae Counter
2025 Undergraduate Summer Research
Developed a model using the YOLOv8 computer vision model via Roboflow to automate and enhance biological research. This system processes images to provide an accurate count of brine fly larvae and pupae. This successful collaboration with the Great Salt Lake Institute demonstrates expertise in object detection and delivering high-impact, data-driven tools.
Bob's Math Adventure
Spring 2025 | SWE Project
Developed a full-stack educational platform during an SWE class. This elementary math game system lets teachers create classes, assign homework, and view detailed performance reports on student progress. Students complete tasks via games, with scores tracked automatically. This project applied engineering principles to create a scalable, real-world tool enhancing learning.
CS4Utah Dashboard
2023 - Present | Research Assistance
Led development of the CS4Utah Dashboard, a React-based visualization tool tracking computer science enrollment in Utah high schools. It utilizes JavaScript charts to parse annual Excel data, generating academic year-wise trends. This project successfully automated the reporting of crucial educational data, improving accessibility and supporting key research initiatives.
Flappy Bird?
December 2023 | Personal Project
Designed and implemented a functional Flappy Bird using Java Canvas and Key Listener architecture. The project demonstrated mastery of OOP principles and effective memory management concepts for smooth gameplay. Achieved an infinitely scrolling game loop with a robust score tracker, successfully delivering performance-optimized, single-file game application.
Coffectionary
October 2022 | Personal Project
Developed Coffectionary, an iOS/iPad OS application serving as a coffee dictionary with recipes and caffeine levels. Data is stored in JSON format locally and presented using SwiftUI. Implemented fast search indexing and local bookmarking using the Observable Object model, successfully demonstrating expertise in native mobile development and local data handling.
Two-Factor Authenticator
August 2022 | Personal Project
Developed a reusable PHP module to significantly raise application security via two-factor authentication (2FA). The system uses HTTP cookies and session variables to validate a time-sensitive, randomly generated code emailed to the user. This project demonstrates expertise in enhancing application security and implementing robust user authentication flow.
PHP Chat Room
December 2021 | Personal Project
Developed a secure group chat engine providing unique, history-retaining conversation sessions. The system uses AJAX and jQuery to ensure live, efficient, no-refresh communication. The host retains control over session duration and access, demonstrating expertise in real-time web communication, session management, and creating a robust, secure user platform.
Random Art Generator
November 2021 | Personal Project
Engineered a Random Art Generator that renders unique graphics by randomly generating and plotting 20 coordinate pairs within an HTML Canvas. These points are connected using linear strokes to create a truly novel image. The probability of regeneration is near zero, demonstrating expertise in JavaScript random algorithm design and dynamic web graphics rendering.
Vel-Calc
September 2021 | R&D Project
Designed and built Vel-Calc, an affordable, standalone embedded system capable of accurately displaying object velocity. The device was programmed in Arduino C++ and uses op-amps with LDRs for precise timing and an LCD for real-time speed display. This project demonstrates proficiency in electronics, sensor integration, and physical prototyping skills.
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