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ASHISH DAWANDE

Software Developer

Pune Division

3+ years of work experience

COTMAC
Jun 20241 y 2 moAug 2025

Pune

Worked on AI-based computer vision software projects across food, automobile, and manufacturing industries. Contributed to the complete project cycle — requirement gathering, development, testing, and deployment. Developed applications using C, JavaScript, and Python for automation and data processing. Utilized Microsoft SQL Server for database design and management. Used version control systems (Git) for code collaboration and project tracking. Integrated AI and image processing algorithms into industrial automation systems. Collaborated with cross-functional teams for system integration and performance optimization. Gained exposure through industrial visits, enhancing understanding of real-world automation processes. Strengthened skills in project management, problem-solving, and system-level software development.
PVGCOET Astronomy Club
Jan 20231 yr 5 mosMay 2024

Pune

As the Co-Founder and Head of Vishwahi – PVG’s Astronomy Club, I was privileged to lead a pioneering student initiative dedicated to promoting scientific curiosity and space science awareness. This role gave me the opportunity to serve, lead, and grow alongside a passionate team, while cultivating a culture of learning and exploration within our campus. Key Contributions: 🌟 Co-founded the club with a clear vision and structured roadmap; built a functional core team divided into 5 specialized sub-groups for smooth operations and effective collaboration. 🚀 Planned and executed multiple college-level astronomy and space-tech events that engaged students across disciplines and sparked hands-on learning. 🏆 Represented the club at COEP’s Intercollegiate Science Meet and secured 1st place in the Astronomy Quiz Competition, bringing recognition to our institution. 🔭 Organized educational visits to premier research institutes like IUCAA (Inter-University Centre for Astronomy and Astrophysics) and IISER Pune, offering students exposure to real-world research and scientific dialogue. 🤝 Fostered a collaborative and inclusive environment through regular discussions, peer-led sessions, and stargazing activities, encouraging curiosity-driven learning. 📡 Promoted science communication and outreach, helping bridge classroom knowledge with real-world scientific exploration. This experience significantly strengthened my leadership, strategy, and team-building abilities while reinforcing values of service, learning, and curiosity.
20231 yr2024

Pune

Savitribai Phule Pune University
Apr 20222 yrsMar 2024

Pune District

Worked in the Student Section and College Office, handling structured documentation, digital forms, and record-keeping using productivity tools (MS Office, Excel, Google Workspace). Supported digital library management systems: maintained records, updated databases, and assisted with software-based cataloging.
SAKAL INDIA FOUNDATION
20204 yrs2024

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Education

Institute for Advanced Computing and Software Development (IACSD)

Post Graduate Diploma in Advanced Computing (PG-DAC)

Institute for Advanced Computing and Software Development (IACSD)

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Pune Vidhyarthi Griha's College of Engineering and Technology Pune

Bachelor of Engineering - BE, Electronics and Telecommunication

Pune Vidhyarthi Griha's College of Engineering and Technology Pune

20204 yrs2024

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Headline

Software Developer

Location

Pune Division

AI stack

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codex

gemini

hugging face

Work experience

Trainee Engineer at COTMAC, Jun 2024 - Aug 2025 · 1 y 2 mo, Pune, Worked on AI-based computer vision software projects across food, automobile, and manufacturing industries. Contributed to the complete project cycle — requirement gathering, development, testing, and deployment. Developed applications using C, JavaScript, and Python for automation and data processing. Utilized Microsoft SQL Server for database design and management. Used version control systems (Git) for code collaboration and project tracking. Integrated AI and image processing algorithms into industrial automation systems. Collaborated with cross-functional teams for system integration and performance optimization. Gained exposure through industrial visits, enhancing understanding of real-world automation processes. Strengthened skills in project management, problem-solving, and system-level software development.

Founder & Head — Vishwahi, PVG’s Astronomy Club at PVGCOET Astronomy Club, Jan 2023 - May 2024 · 1 yr 5 mos, Pune, As the Co-Founder and Head of Vishwahi – PVG’s Astronomy Club, I was privileged to lead a pioneering student initiative dedicated to promoting scientific curiosity and space science awareness. This role gave me the opportunity to serve, lead, and grow alongside a passionate team, while cultivating a culture of learning and exploration within our campus. Key Contributions: 🌟 Co-founded the club with a clear vision and structured roadmap; built a functional core team divided into 5 specialized sub-groups for smooth operations and effective collaboration. 🚀 Planned and executed multiple college-level astronomy and space-tech events that engaged students across disciplines and sparked hands-on learning. 🏆 Represented the club at COEP’s Intercollegiate Science Meet and secured 1st place in the Astronomy Quiz Competition, bringing recognition to our institution. 🔭 Organized educational visits to premier research institutes like IUCAA (Inter-University Centre for Astronomy and Astrophysics) and IISER Pune, offering students exposure to real-world research and scientific dialogue. 🤝 Fostered a collaborative and inclusive environment through regular discussions, peer-led sessions, and stargazing activities, encouraging curiosity-driven learning. 📡 Promoted science communication and outreach, helping bridge classroom knowledge with real-world scientific exploration. This experience significantly strengthened my leadership, strategy, and team-building abilities while reinforcing values of service, learning, and curiosity.

Member at CENTRE FOR CITIZEN SCIENCE, 2023 - 2024 · 1 yr, Pune

Student Assistantship - E&L at Savitribai Phule Pune University, Apr 2022 - Mar 2024 · 2 yrs, Pune District, Worked in the Student Section and College Office, handling structured documentation, digital forms, and record-keeping using productivity tools (MS Office, Excel, Google Workspace). Supported digital library management systems: maintained records, updated databases, and assisted with software-based cataloging.

Scholarship Holder at SAKAL INDIA FOUNDATION, 2020 - 2024 · 4 yrs

Education

Post Graduate Diploma in Advanced Computing (PG-DAC), Institute for Advanced Computing and Software Development (IACSD)

Bachelor of Engineering - BE, Electronics and Telecommunication, Pune Vidhyarthi Griha's College of Engineering and Technology Pune

Public links

github: https://github.com/ashishdawande