Welcome to Monish's Tech Adventures

Monish's Tech World: From Ideas to Innovations

Join me, a passionate high school student, on his quest to revolutionize the world through Artificial Intelligence.

Explore groundbreaking projects, cutting-edge research, and transformative AI solutions that address real-world challenges.

About Me

I’m Monish Malla, a junior at Metea Valley High School in Aurora, IL, passionate about Artificial Intelligence and technology. I excel academically while engaging in various tech projects, including developing chatbots, machine learning models, and image classifiers.

I hold certifications in Ethical Hacking, Deep Learning, and AI Fundamentals. My participation in hackathons and programs like J.P. Morgan Chase’s Generation Tech and Stanford’s AI program has enriched my skills and knowledge.

Beyond tech, I’m involved in clubs and volunteer work, tutoring peers in Math and English, and contributing to community service through Key Club and Tech4ED. I also enjoy music and cultural activities, participating in the Tri-M Music Honor Society and managing social media for the Korean Club.

Join me as I explore the world of AI and share my journey and innovations through this website.

Leadership

Student Government

I have organized and led various significant school events, such as homecoming and recognition ceremonies to honor outstanding students.

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Principal Advisory Board

I have actively proposed several improvements and changes to the principal to enhance the school's environment and student experience.

Teen Advisory Group

I served as a social media manager, providing suggestions for future student activities to enhance engagement and participation.

SelfCareHeadquarters

I initially started as a social media manager and eventually advanced to the role of COO and co-founder of a startup.

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Tech4Ed

At Tech4Ed, I have successfully conducted coding classes and organized hackathons for middle and high school students, managing all aspects to ensure a supportive and productive learning environment.

Kane Data Science Program

I am leading a collaboration with a former Harvard professor to conduct an impactful data science summer program for high school students.

StemShala

As a robotics instructor, I led a team in an April 2024 competition for elementary to high school students, taught HTML classes to middle schoolers, and served as an assistant coach and coding instructor for the First Lego League.

MAPT

During my product management internship, I collaborated with the CEO to develop an AI scholarship finder.

Zooming Tutors

I volunteered to tutor an 8th-grade student, helping her progress from a basic level to AP English within five months.

Snapchat Digital Well Being Council

I was selected as one of only 18 people in the USA to join the Snapchat Digital Well-Being Council, focusing on ensuring user privacy and fostering a sense of safety on the Snap platform.

Korean Club

I serve as both the social media manager and photographer, overseeing online presence and capturing visual content.

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Hackathon

I planned and executed a successful hackathon at school, overseeing all aspects from initial planning to final implementation.

Research

Ai in Cancer Diagonosis

I have conducted research for an AI-based platform, which I am currently developing, to provide personalized resume templates and recommendations for students who lack guidance.

Ai Resume Builder

I am conducting research on leveraging AI to improve early cancer diagnosis, focusing on the accuracy and efficiency of AI diagnostic tools and their implications for clinical practice.

My Honors and Awards

PCEP Certification

I completed this course to become fluent in Python coding, equipping me to present my skills effectively in future opportunities such as internships.

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Ring-Cybersecurity

I have completed this course to develop a foundational understanding of cybersecurity and to gain essential knowledge for future opportunities.

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Elements of Ai

Completed a certification from the University of Helsinki through Google, gaining comprehensive knowledge in AI fundamentals.

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Repicture University of Berkely

I have completed a course on future career planning, where I learned the basics of approaching companies for internships and strategies for connecting with professionals to build valuable networks.

Ethical Hacking

Completed an Ethical Hacking for Beginners course through the SkillUp website, gaining foundational knowledge in cybersecurity practices.

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AI fundamentals

I completed this course, gaining credentials that demonstrate my knowledge of AI concepts, including NLP, computer vision, machine learning, and neural networks.

My Certificates

My Python - PCEP Certification	KidsMatter- Youth Service Award 2024	Youth AI Lab Hackathon-Special Mention
UTD- Summer Research Internship	Ring-Cybersecurity Course	Ethical Hacking for Beginners

Innovating Through Hackathons: Monish’s AI Quest

My Projects

Mental Health Ai chatbot

I built a mental health AI chatbot using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and the OpenAI API key to assist with mental health-related questions and problems.

Research Oasis

I built a Research Oasis using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to help find research papers easily, utilizing online data to access the research papers.

Tower Defense Game

I built a tower defense game using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Java, designing my own images and all game elements to protect the tower from asteroids.

Mapt(Collage App)

I worked on the MAPT app with the team to incorporate a summer activities list for students and improve the app by reporting bugs and other issues.

To-do List app

I learned Swift iOS app development and built a to-do list app, which I tested on my phone. I learned iOS app development through DPI in two weeks and was able to make this app, adding a moving RGB background and other cool features.

Flower detection tool

I made a flower detection model that can name flowers using Jupyter Notebook and Python. I built this using the IRIS dataset to gather information and implemented machine learning techniques.

My Extracurricular Activities

I participated in an AP Computer Science A review and other coding-related activities within this club.

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I tutored students in English and social studies after school in the library.

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I participated in planning various Indian cultural activities such as Diwali and Holi, and organized festive parties with my team.

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I participated in the Asian American Club, where we engaged in activities like cooking, origami, calligraphy, tai chi, and more, creating a fun environment to learn about different cultures.

I learned the fundamentals of cybersecurity through an online program in collaboration with my school.

As a member of the National English Honor Society, I have visited various schools to assist with their programs and conducted book drives at my school.

I served as an attorney in the club, defending the Wilson vs. Smith robbery case at a store on 34 West Drive.

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I have a passion for badminton and have yet to compete in competitions this year.

I volunteered at different schools, assisted in music festivals around my school, and played the violin.

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I have a passion for archery and have yet to compete in competitions this year.

Volunteering

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KeyClub

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Unicef

Event Participation

I participated in GenerationTech, a global program under JPMorgan Chase's Tech for Social Good, where youth aged 14-18 design tech solutions addressing United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

I participated in the MCF AI Bootcamp Program, a 3-week intensive introduction to Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, where I learned from industry experts, connected with peers, and explored the ethical implications and real-world applications of AI.

At CSYA Hacks, an online hackathon, I developed a Mental Health AI chatbot while creating innovative projects, connecting with peers, and enjoying the experience.

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At the SAIL program conducted by UIUC, I visited the campus, explored different computer science majors, and participated in various coding activities.

I received an honorable mention at the Youth AI Lab Winter Hackathon for creating one of the best projects in the competition.

At HSHacks, a high school hackathon, I created Research Oasis, a website that helps people easily find research papers, while building epic projects, making new friends, and having an awesome time.

I participated in a virtual Aerospace Camp hosted by UIUC, where I learned the fundamentals of aerospace, built projects at home, and explored job opportunities in the field.

At Codingal, I learned how to build an AI app using no-code software.

At Hack for the World, a high school hackathon, I created a tower defense game, while building innovative projects, making new friends, and having an incredible time.

At the University of Texas at Dallas, I attended a research camp where I learned about the fundamentals of research and various research topics. At the end of the camp, I presented a project on AI detection of plants using machine learning, incorporating the IRIS dataset.

At DPI, I learned Swift programming over 2 weeks and built my own to-do list app. Subsequently, I attended a data science program at DPI in partnership with UIUC.