Hi! I’m Shivada-

A high school student passionate about coding, storytelling, and helping others learn in creative ways.

Combining storytelling and computer science to make coding more approachable and fun for students of all backgrounds.

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CodeQuest: The Storytelling Coding App

Problem

DMany beginner coders struggle with staying engaged due to dry, technical tutorials.

Solution

Developed a gamified storytelling app that teaches students how to code through interactive narratives.

Impact

Encourages students to explore coding in a fun, creative way, especially targeting middle and high school beginners.technical tutorials.

Technology Used

Swift (iOS), Xcode, UI/UX principles

Problem

DMany beginner coders struggle with staying engaged due to dry, technical tutorials.

Solution

Developed a gamified storytelling app that teaches students how to code through interactive narratives.

Impact

Encourages students to explore coding in a fun, creative way, especially targeting middle and high school beginners.technical tutorials.

Technology Used

Swift (iOS), Xcode, UI/UX principles

Problem

DMany beginner coders struggle with staying engaged due to dry, technical tutorials.

Solution

Developed a gamified storytelling app that teaches students how to code through interactive narratives.

Impact

Encourages students to explore coding in a fun, creative way, especially targeting middle and high school beginners.technical tutorials.

Technology Used

Swift (iOS), Xcode, UI/UX principles

My Internship Experience

April 2022 – May 2024

RobotiX Institute – Robotics Intern

Assisted in teaching STEM concepts, guided students in building and programming robots, and fostered a passion for technology and problem-solving.

April 2022 – May 2024

RobotiX Institute – Robotics Intern

Assisted in teaching STEM concepts, guided students in building and programming robots, and fostered a passion for technology and problem-solving.

April 2022 – May 2024

RobotiX Institute – Robotics Intern

Assisted in teaching STEM concepts, guided students in building and programming robots, and fostered a passion for technology and problem-solving.

April 2025

Amazon HQ – Software Engineering Shadowing

Shadowed a software engineer at Amazon’s Nashville HQ to gain real-world exposure to the development and deployment of large-scale tech solutions. Observed team standups, backend service design, and API integration discussions. Learned about Amazon’s use of microservices, cloud infrastructure (AWS), and the importance of agile workflows in enterprise environments. Asked questions about career paths in computer science and explored how user feedback shapes product iterations at scale.

April 2025

Amazon HQ – Software Engineering Shadowing

April 2025

Amazon HQ – Software Engineering Shadowing

June 2025

Governor's School Research – Honeybee Pollination & Environmental Stressors

Description: Researched how temperature, pollution, and habitat changes affect bee foraging behavior. Designed and presented a multi-variable data analysis project. Skills Developed: Data visualization, hypothesis formation, teamwork, scientific communication

June 2025

Governor's School Research – Honeybee Pollination & Environmental Stressors

June 2025

Governor's School Research – Honeybee Pollination & Environmental Stressors

Achievements and Awards

ACT 36 (Math)

SAT 790 (Math)

Earned near-perfect scores on both standardized tests, demonstrating exceptional mathematical reasoning, precision, and readiness for advanced quantitative studies.

AP Scholar with Honor

Honoured by the College Board for outstanding performance across multiple AP courses and exams.

Governor’s School Acceptance (TTU & UTK)

Selected for prestigious summer programs in Emerging Technologies and Sciences & Engineering.

President’s Volunteer Award

Honored for significant volunteer contributions and community impact.

National Beta Convention – 3rd Place (Math)

Secured a top national placement in mathematics, showcasing excellence in logical reasoning and competitive problem-solving.

Extracurricular Activities

Student Council Executive Board President (12)

Led initiatives to improve student engagement and community events.

Dance

Trained at RB School of Dance and Platinum Dance Studio (5–11)

Multicultural Club President (12)

Organized cultural awareness events and fundraisers.

CoderDojo & Kerala Association of Nashville

Mentored younger students and coordinated volunteer events.

National Honor Society & BETA ClubBoard President (12)

Community service and academic excellence.

DECA & 4H STEM Club

Business skills, leadership, and science engagement.

Testimonials

"I had the privilege of working with Shivada during her volunteer service at Medical City Plano. Her compassion for patients, proactive approach in assisting staff, and quick adaptability to a clinical environment truly stood out."

James Mitchell

Student