Kish Kharka

The project focused on simulating the behavior of glycine molecules under varying external electric fields. Key highlights include:

• Developed a three-dimensional model to map glycine's potential energy surface by varying dihedral angles, forming the foundation for advanced predictive modeling.
• Investigated and applied modified Shepard interpolation methods, leveraging first and second-order derivatives to enhance predictive accuracy and enable model extrapolation.
• Created and implemented rotation matrices for precise data transformation and molecular orientation in computational simulations.
• Modeled glycine's interactions under varying electric fields (x, y, z) to characterize enzyme binding and structural changes, leveraging computational data analysis techniques.
• Engineered the first full-dimensional (24-dimensional) data model for a molecule larger than three atoms, showcasing innovation in high-dimensional modeling.
• Validated the model by accurately predicting glycine's behavior in biologically relevant environments, such as water, as seen in the gif below.
• Check this file out here to view the methods used to create these predictive models.

Highlights of my work in this role include:

• Data Analysis and Insights: Analyzed customer engagement data using Pandas and Matplotlib to investigate inconsistencies between Cartier’s online and in-store traffic trends.
• Data Visualization: Created visual models to highlight key discrepancies, revealing that in-store jewelry zones had significantly higher traffic, while online data indicated watches as the most viewed category.
• Problem Identification: Identified a disconnect between online engagement trends and in-store customer behavior, providing actionable insights for boutique traffic management.
• Data-Driven Recommendations: Leveraged insights and research on the psychology of zoning to propose boutique rezoning strategies aimed at optimizing customer flow and increasing engagement with key product categories.

Highlights of my work in this role include:

• Frontend Development: Built interactive and maintainable UIs using vanilla JavaScript and TypeScript with a strong emphasis on object-oriented design. Designed and refactored custom UI components using event-driven patterns and modular architecture without relying on external frameworks.
• Backend Development: Developed robust backend logic in Java to support real-time APIs and complex business rules. Applied principles of clean code, encapsulation, and service separation, especially in data transformation and entitlement logic.
• Database & Query Optimization: Wrote and optimized SQL queries to support batch data processing, customer lookup, and pre-trade status tracking, with a focus on performance and clarity.
• Cross-Layer Integration: Engineered seamless interactions between UI components and backend services, managing session-aware logic, role-based filters, and dynamic API responses tailored to the user context.
• Data Engineering & Search Optimization: Designed and optimized data pipelines and full-text search strategies to improve query performance and accuracy. Applied indexing, batch processing, and filtering techniques to enhance scalability and user experience across high-volume customer datasets.
• Performed Linux administration to handle system configurations, performance monitoring, and troubleshooting for robust and stable infrastructure environments.
• Testing & Debugging: Used Cypress and JavaScript-based test harnesses to verify form behaviors, event flows, and data consistency. Performed structured debugging and regression testing to improve UI reliability.
• Version Control & Collaboration: Worked with Git to manage feature branches, integrate with team repositories, and maintain clear version histories. Contributed to documentation and maintainable code practices.

Highlights of my work in this role include:

• Automated Kubernetes cluster health checks and updates on the OpenShift platform via AWX, leveraging Ansible for streamlined operations.
• Built and managed Kubernetes clusters on OpenShift with a focus on scalability and efficiency.
• Managed CI/CD pipelines, configuring and maintaining automated build, test, and deployment workflows to ensure faster and more reliable software delivery.
• Developed advanced automation tools using AWX and Ansible to streamline cluster health monitoring, updates, and maintenance tasks, improving operational reliability and reducing manual intervention.
• Configured Certificate Authority (CA) integrations to securely log into clusters using SSL, ensuring secure access and communication.
• Performed Linux administration to handle system configurations, performance monitoring, and troubleshooting for robust and stable infrastructure environments.
• Created and optimized shell scripts for process automation, cluster management, log analysis, and task execution across multiple servers.
• Developed playbooks to prompt for variables and credentials for secure deployments, integrating dynamic configurations for efficient AWX job templates.
• Maintained repository synchronization, branch management, and GitOps workflows for infrastructure as code practices.

Highlights of my work in this role include:

• Developed a centralized form in ServiceNow for submitting artifact details, eliminating manual email submissions. The form features interactive fields, mandatory inputs, and tooltips for user guidance.
• Automated the updating of description fields based on submitted artifacts, linked to JIRA IDs/change numbers, and ensured proper documentation via JavaScript in ServiceNow.
• Implemented automatic communication emails to stakeholders upon request resolution, formatted appropriately using JavaScript in ServiceNow.
• Enhanced user experience and workflow efficiency by integrating UI policies, client scripts, server scripts, business rules, variable sets, flows, and script actions using ServiceNow Studio tools and Flow Designer.
• Published multiple documentations on Confluence detailing ServiceNow development processes and application functionalities.

Highlights of my work in this role include:

• Mastered Microsoft Power Automate (MPA) to create workflow bots on Teams and email, enhancing social morale and productivity.
• Developed a task tracker tool for TYN, integrating Trello with Outlook calendar via MPA. Automated task assignments, due dates, and descriptions based on calendar entries, with seamless integration into Microsoft Teams.
• Showcased and enhanced public speaking skills during the TYN vs. Execs debate on "Will AI Replace Executive Jobs?" as the first speaker for the negative team.