Tansimran Sandhu
Education
- Specialisation: Algorithms and Software (WAM: 86)
- Relevant Coursework: Foundations of Computing, Object-Oriented Programming, Programming Paradigms, Networks and Computer Systems, Symbolic Logic, Fundamentals of Algorithms (Advanced)
- Awards: 1st Place MACathon (Uniwide Hackathon), 2nd Place MAPS Competition (Competitive Programming)
Experience
- Developed full-stack manga reading platform with Next.js implementing server-side rendering with ISR for optimal performance and SEO optimization with dynamic metadata and sitemap generation
- Architected PostgreSQL database schema with Row Level Security (RLS) policies enabling multi-role authorization (guests, users, moderators, admins, reviewer). Implemented image optimization with Sharp for efficient image resizing and caching
- Engineered comprehensive admin dashboard with CRUD operations for manga management, analytics tracking, user management, and content moderation features with audit logging
- Implemented user engagement features including bookmarks, reading history, ratings, comments, and advanced browsing with genre filtering and sorting capabilities
Developed full-stack manga reading platform with Next.js implementing server-side rendering with ISR for optimal performance and SEO optimization with dynamic metadata and sitemap generation...
- Built and maintained a student-based e-commerce food-delivery platform serving 100+ orders across the university
- Engineered real-time notification system serving 20+ part-time staff, reducing average order response time by 80% and improving operational efficiency
- Contributed to platform migration from Discord-based architecture to scalable web application using React and Next.js frontend and FastAPI backend, improving system maintainability. Overall increasing user accessibility by 30% through the web architecture
Built and maintained a student-based e-commerce food-delivery platform serving 100+ orders across the university...
- Developed comprehensive educational resources for VCE Software Development including coding exercises, visual guides, and practice materials, improving student engagement and comprehension
- Helped 30+ students develop computational thinking skills by connecting theory with real-world applications to improve engagement and understanding as well as adapting teaching methodology to diverse audiences
Developed comprehensive educational resources for VCE Software Development including coding exercises, visual guides, and practice materials, improving student engagement and comprehension...
Projects
- Developed full-stack Blackjack simulator with TypeScript, implementing game logic for card mechanics and betting systems against automated dealer
- Built analytics dashboard tracking player performance metrics (win rate, net earnings, hand history) using Firebase Firestore for real-time data persistence and Firebase Authentication for user sessions
- Enhanced user experience through GeminiAI integration, providing contextual strategy during gameplay
- Deployed responsive interface with Tailwind CSS and hosted on Vercel
Developed full-stack Blackjack simulator with TypeScript, implementing game logic for card mechanics and betting systems against automated dealer
- Won first place at a hackathon out of 149 submissions
- Built full-stack Android application to increase student engagement using location-based gameplay mechanics
- Architected REST API with FastAPI and MongoDB backend handling user authentication, game state management, and real-time data synchronization
- Integrated GroqAI for personalised question generation, creating personalized user experiences with AI-powered content
Won first place at a hackathon out of 149 submissions
Extracurricular
- Contribute to feature planning and project management for MonSTAR platform, coordinating development tasks with the team, as well as overall bug fixes and maintenance.
Contribute to feature planning and project management for MonSTAR platform, coordinating development tasks with the team, as well as overall bug fixes and maintenance....
- Organized and coordinated competitive programming events, including the 2025 Monash Collegiate Programming Competition with 60+ teams across multiple divisions. Managed logistics for on-site and remote participants
- Handled end-to-end event operations including venue coordination, catering arrangements, and procurement of prizes for participants
Organized and coordinated competitive programming events, including the 2025 Monash Collegiate Programming Competition with 60+ teams across multiple divisions. Managed logistics for on-site and remote participants...
- Organized and coordinated training sessions for school students, improving their skills and providing them with a platform to showcase their talent
- Refereed matches during official interschool competitions and provided feedback to the students to improve their skills
Organized and coordinated training sessions for school students, improving their skills and providing them with a platform to showcase their talent...