Shirina Shaji Daniel

BA Computer Science junior student at FIU • AI/ML Researcher • Web Developer • Project Lead • Open-Source Contributor

About

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I’m a junior studying Computer Science at Florida International University, currently in my junior year, and passionate about creating AI-powered solutions that make a real impact. I enjoy turning complex problems into practical applications using data, machine learning, and thoughtful software design.

I work across the stack — Python, Java, and JavaScript/React — and have experience leading projects, deploying ML models, and building web applications that are both functional and user-friendly.

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Education

CodePath

Intro to Cybersecurity (CYB 101) & Intermediate Web Development (WEB 102)

February 2026 - April 2026

Florida International University (FIU)

BA Computer and Information Sciences (GPA: 3.58)

Expected in May 2027

Relevant Coursework: Data Structures, Programming 1 & 2 with Java, Systems Programming in C, Computer Architecture, Discrete Structures, Internship Ready Software Development (SDIR), Statistics for Business and Economics, and Digital Forensics

Communities: INIT, Women in Computer Science (WiCS), Green Campus Initiative (GCI), Society of Women Engineers (SWE) & HerCampus

International Indian School - Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Highschool Diploma (GPA: 3.51)

July 2021

Coursework: Physics, English, Biology, Chemistry, and Fine Arts

Experience

Learning Assistant

Florida International University

January 2026 - Present

  • Mentoring students in Introduction to Human-Computer Interaction (CEN 3721) by guiding them in usability principles, user-centered design, and course projects through one-on-one and small-group support
  • Collaborating with the course professor to facilitate learning activities, provide constructive feedback on assignments, and promote an engaging, inclusive hybrid learning environment through coaching and mentorship

INIT Uplift Mentor

INIT - FIU

January 2026 - Present

  • Mentor and guide students pursuing careers in tech, providing support through workshops, skill-building sessions, and community events
  • Collaborate with peers to foster an inclusive learning environment and empower underrepresented groups in technology

Project Lead

WiCS x GCI - FIU

October 2025 - Present

  • Lead the design and implementation of web-based solutions for campus sustainability initiatives, applying skills in full-stack development and project management
  • Collaborate with student developers and stakeholders to deliver impactful technology-driven solutions, mentoring team members on coding best practices and workflow

Marketing Director

HerCampus Media - FIU

January 2024 - Present

  • Lead marketing strategy and content creation on Instagram, Monday.com, and Notion, designing visually compelling campaigns, increasing account engagement by 71% and recruiting 80+ participants per event
  • Plan and coordinate social media coverage for 15+ events, building an active online community and maximizing visibility

AI/Machine Learning Researcher

AI4ALL 2025 Summer Ignite

May 2025 - October 2025

  • Completed a 6‑week software consulting program with case‑based problem solving.
  • Applied user‑centered design to build an AI/ML‑enhanced solution helping regional hotels compete with short‑term rentals
  • Prototyped an AI‑powered customer journey and presented technical architecture recommendations

Business Development Representative

Al Aroof Group Contracting Est.

November 2020 - August 2022

  • Generated and qualified leads through proactive outreach, increasing client acquisition by 40% and securing clients such as the Ministry of Health, Social Affairs, Industry, Five Guys Inc., and The Ritz-Carlton
  • Collaborated with the sales team to develop strategies for lead conversion and client retention, while maintaining accurate CRM records and effectively communicating product/service value to prospective clients

Projects

My Music Page; INIT Build

October 2025 - Present

Demo Video of the Project

Developing a Spotify-inspired Pinterest playlist web app with a 10-person team, designing and implementing UI components using Figma, React, TypeScript, and Tailwind CSS. Building responsive and interactive frontend features while applying component-based design, practicing Git/GitHub workflow, and collaborating effectively to deliver a polished, user-friendly application

ReactJavaScriptTypeScriptHTML & CSSTailwind CSS Frontend DevelopmentFigmaResponsive DesignGit/GitHubComponent-Based DesignAgile Workflow
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Water Quality Data Project; SDIR

August 2025 - December 2025

Demo Video of the Dashboard

Built an end-to-end data pipeline by cleaning CSV datasets using z-score outlier removal, storing the data in MongoDB, and developing a Flask REST API to enable accurate and structured access to water quality data. Created an interactive Streamlit dashboard with Plotly visualizations, gaining hands-on experience in Python, ETL, API design, full-stack development, and team collaboration

PythonETLData Cleaning & PreprocessingMongoDBFlask/REST API Development StreamlitPloty/Data VisualizationFull-Stack DevelopmentTeam CollaborationData Analysis & Structured Access
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KESTRA; Open-Source Contribution

August 2025 - December 2025

Engineered a UI icon bug fix by updating CSS variables and refining layout spacing to ensure consistent rendering across light and dark themes. Collaborated within a 3-member team using Docker, Gradle, and local debugging workflows to validate changes and maintain interface stability. Applied Agile development practices—participating in weekly scrums, managing version control with Git, submitting and reviewing pull requests, and working within a CI/CD pipeline—strengthening collaborative coding, workflow automation, and technical documentation skills

JavaPythonJavaScriptTypeScriptGit & Version ControlAgile Web DevelopmentCSS & Theme Management (Light/Dark mode)Workflow Automation (Kestra)Docker-Based Local DevelopmentCI/CD Workflow & Pipeline Management UI Bug Fixing & Layout Spacing

Bizlens: Startup Success Evaluator; AI4ALL

May 2025 - October 2025

Built an end-to-end machine learning workflow using Python, Pandas, and Scikit-learn, incorporating regression models, feature engineering, and bias mitigation, while applying 5-fold cross-validation on global datasets from Kaggle. Performed advanced data cleansing and feature engineering to prepare datasets, trained a Random Forest regression model achieving an R² score of 0.68, and ensured model reliability and accuracy. Collaborated with a team of 5 to deliver and present the research project, strengthening applied machine learning skills, career readiness, and professional communication

PythonPandasScikit-learnRegression ModelingFeature EngineeringBias MitigationCross- ValidationData CleansingTeam CollaborationFrontend Development
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Tech Initiatives for a Sustainable Green Campus

January 2026
Team Lead