Aarav Bandari
Irving,TX
Summary
Dynamic professional with a strong background in choreography and software development, having led projects at Playground Engineer. Proven leadership and teamwork skills, exemplified by mentoring junior dancers, tutoring, and coordinating community events. Experienced in computer science, programming, and data-driven analysis; driving impactful results in both artistic and technical domains.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Member
Data Science Club @ Rutgers NB
New Brunswick, New Jersey
10.2025 - Current
- Working on a solo datathon project; using health statistics to predict the chances of patients developing diabetes, as well as analyzing certain risk factors.
- Using Python and R prediction algorithms.
- Presenting to the datathon board to compete with other projects.
Programming Team Lead
Playground Engineer
08.2021 - 12.2024
- Designed and developed a Breathing App and a Simple Tracking App with Swift.
- Available on the App Store.
- Breathing app - Brubble: tracks users breathing using an interactive and visually appealing bubble, Tracking app - My Simple Tracker: Tracks personal accomplishments or steps to achieve a goal through user-made data entries.
- Coordinated workflow among team members to enhance productivity.
- Implemented process improvements to streamline operations and reduce delays.
Intern
Soberpeer Inc
Dallas, TX
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Contributed to business requirements analysis, design, development, and testing, ensuring comprehensive alignment of technology solutions with end-user needs.
- Used AI and Prompt Engineering to create images for SoberPeer articles.
- Learned Command Prompt applications for Desktop.
High School Researcher
HSRA UT Austin
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Did Data Analytics with Prosthetics research with a CNS Professor in the CNS Makerspace.
- Wrote a research paper that is currently in review for publication.
- Selective High School Research Program at the University of Texas at Austin.
Volunteer instructor
Playground Engineer
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Was an instructor at a middle school summer coding camp.
- Taught Swift Applications to middle school students.
- Presented the Apps I made and published on the App Store.
- Led the Swift Playgrounds station at the camp.
- Facilitated hands-on activities to promote experiential learning.
Dancer
RU SAPA
New Brunswick, New Jersey
09.2025 - Current
- Engaged audiences through expressive movement and strong stage presence during shows.
- Attended workshops to learn new dance styles and improve overall skillset.
- Learned choreography quickly and adapted to changes in choreography seamlessly by maintaining physical and mental flexibility.
- Collaborated with fellow dancers to enhance group dynamics and performance quality.
- Provided mentorship to junior dancers, offering guidance on technique and performance skills.
Choreographer
Blue Flames Performing Arts
06.2021 - 07.2025
- Choreographed Bhangra and Hip-Hop pieces for the dance team at Blue Flames. (Also a member of the Blue Flames Gold dance team).
- Assistant Choreographer for Kuthu Pieces.
- My Bhangra Choreo led the team to 2nd place at Dallas Bhangra dance Competition.
Initiative Director
Think Kids Yuva
06.2024 - 05.2025
- Keep track of our events and coordinate events.
- Find and Contact charities for our events.
- Non - Profit organizations that host events to raise money to donate to charities supporting under-privileged kids.
Gains Committee Officer
OperationServeDFW
06.2023 - 05.2025
- Non-Profit organization that organizes local community events for community charities.
- Started the Gains Committee (Events surrounding sports and physical health) - Hosting a Spikeball tournament, Sam Houston Trail Park Clean up event, more events coming soon.
Volunteer Tutor
LearnToBe
06.2023 - 10.2024
- Tutored 2 students from different parts of the country including a student in Thailand.
- Taught Elementary and Middle School Level Math.
- 170+ Tutoring Hours.
- Utilized educational tools to create engaging and interactive learning experiences.
- Assessed student performance through regular quizzes and feedback sessions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Data Science
Rutgers University
New Brunswick, New Jersey, NJ05-2029
High School Diploma -
Coppell High School
Coppell, TX05.2025
Skills
- Python and Java
- Swift and R
- Algorithms and AI
- Software development tools
- Project management
- Machine learning
- Data analysis
- Analytical skills
- Problem-solving
- Leadership and teamwork
- Choreography design
- Bhangra Foundations
Awards
- Playground Engineer award: Best app
- Coding Camp Volunteer Award.
- 1st Place at Dallas Bhangra Competition.
- 2nd Place at Bollywood Fusion Competition.
- Sportsmanship Award. (Coppell HS Tennis Team).
- Byron Nelson Tennis Invitational Champion.
- AP Scholar
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 09/27/07
Timeline
Member
Data Science Club @ Rutgers NB
10.2025 - Current
Dancer
RU SAPA
09.2025 - Current
Intern
Soberpeer Inc
07.2024 - 08.2024
High School Researcher
HSRA UT Austin
06.2024 - 07.2024
Initiative Director
Think Kids Yuva
06.2024 - 05.2025
Volunteer instructor
Playground Engineer
06.2023 - 07.2023
Gains Committee Officer
OperationServeDFW
06.2023 - 05.2025
Volunteer Tutor
LearnToBe
06.2023 - 10.2024
Programming Team Lead
Playground Engineer
08.2021 - 12.2024
Choreographer
Blue Flames Performing Arts
06.2021 - 07.2025
Bachelor of Science - Data Science
Rutgers University
High School Diploma -
Coppell High School