About
I’m a UNC Charlotte student studying Computer Science with a strong interest in building full‑stack applications, AI integrations, and accessible user experiences. I enjoy translating complex datasets into useful interfaces and automations.
- Relevant Coursework: Data Structures, Managerial Economics, Design Prototyping, Visual Analytics
- Tools: JUnit, Selenium, Jasmine, Protractor, Streamlit
Microsoft Office Suite, Trello, Asana, Python — Programming: Python, Java, C — Frameworks: Angular, LangChain
Experience
Built full‑stack Angular frontends and Java REST microservices; implemented TDD and automated tests (JUnit, Protractor, Jasmine, Selenium); integrated with CI pipelines to improve deployment reliability.
Built an Agentic AI platform using LangChain to process large customer datasets; used Python and Java for performance tuning and QA testing.
Managed CRM across 200+ profiles, supported client pitches, and collaborated on strategy for new business development.
Projects
Built a web platform to simplify wedding planning with custom logins, guest management dashboards, and vendor search. Integrated itinerary, accommodation, and expense tracking using TypeScript, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
UI/UX audits, accessibility improvements, Figma wireframes, and WordPress template recommendations to improve hierarchy and mobile responsiveness.
Built a LangChain-based system to query large datasets via conversational UI and improved data throughput and reliability.
Developed a static website to showcase the UNC Charlotte Collegiate DECA chapter, provide ICDC event details, and manage member engagement.
Responsive personal site showcasing projects, resume, and contact information using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
Built a people‑counter IoT device using C/C++ and Arduino; transmitted occupancy data to a cloud API; won IoT Arduino Challenge.
Leadership & Honors
Feb 2024 – Present
Grew Collegiate DECA to 50+ students, organized workshops and speaker events, and led teams to strong competitive placements.
- Top 10 — International Collegiate DECA ICDC 2025
- 1st — IoT Arduino Challenge
- Top 10 — TSA State Competition
Contact
Pratik Tanikella
Phone: 919-949-8817 • Email: pratiktanikella@gmail.com
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/pratik-tanikella