Praveen Patibandla

About Praveen Patibandla

I\'m a senior at Denmark High School with a strong passion for machine learning and data science.My journey into technology stems from a deep-seated curiosity to unlock the potential of data-driven insights and innovation. As the founder of The Code Village, a certified non-profit, I am dedicated to making coding education accessible, especially to underprivileged children.Through this initiative, I\'ve had the privilege to introduce programming fundamentals to numerous children worldwide, fostering a community of future innovators and problem solvers.As an assistant director of uLaunch, I provide opportunities for aspiring youth entrepreneurs.I reach out to successful entrepreneurs in hopes of having them as guest speakers for Visionary Voices, a mentorship series.I also assist in employing Jumpstart Atlanta, an event where young entrepreneurs can pitch their ideas and receive feedback from judges. My internships at InpharmD and Tag-ED have provided hands-on experience in developing AI solutions and mobile applications to tackle real-world challenges.These experiences, alongside my academic achievements and volunteer work, have shaped me into a passionate learner and advocate for leveraging technology for social good. I\'m excited to delve deeper into the realms of machine learning and data science, seeking new opportunities to expand my knowledge and contribute to impactful projects that drive innovation and positive change.

Experience

1. Founder

   Amazon

   Sep 2023 — Present · Atlanta, GA, US

   Founder of The Code Village, a non-profit aimed to aid young, aspiring students- Teach 70+ underprivileged kids in India through coding education in Python and Java- Host weekly 1 hour classes with optional help sessions and homework- Partners with trusts/schools such as Padala Trust Foundation

Education

• Georgia Institute of Technology

  Bachelor of Science - BS