Nikhil Mahesh Software x Hardware meet Innovation
Entrepreneur building AI-powered & hardware solutions and leading tech startups from Seattle. 3x nationally qualified in competitive speaking, with expertise in machine learning, computer vision, and full-stack development.
About Me
From Dallas to Seattle, coding since age 10
I was born in Dallas, Texas, and now thriving in Seattle, Washington. I started coding at age 10 and haven't stopped building since. Currently a junior at Eastside Preparatory School here in Washington.
You'll find me combining my passion for technology with entrepreneurial drive, focused on building AI-powered solutions that solve real-world problems while maintaining excellence in academics and competitive speech.
It isn't just tech, it isn't just AI, it isn't just ideas. It's how they can build together...
My Journey (so far)
From a random library book to building the future
The Beginning 🌄
I was 10, living in Seattle, when I stumbled across a random Python book at the library. For years, I had never thought about coding, or interacted with technology. But something about creating things from just text on a screen fascinated me. Then COVID hit, and while quarantine shut real doors, it opened virtual ones. Suddenly, I had endless time to dive deep into this new world of technology, both in terms of coding like website development, unity development, python and Arduinos, AWS, circuitry.
The Spark ✨
Moving to Eastside Prep changed everything. I wasn't just coding for fun anymore - I started seeing real problems everywhere that my love and skills could fix. My first hackathon win with EPCarpool was this "aha!" moment. It wasn't about the trophy; it was realizing that the stuff I built in my bedroom could actually make people's lives better.
The Vision 🌟
Speech & Debate competitions taught me how to communicate, not to yourself, but to the world. It isn't just about knowing - it was about understanding that the best ideas mean nothing if you can't figure out how to present it to the world. It's not just the idea, but the execution that changes everything.
The Mission 🚀
Now I'm obsessed with the intersections - where AI meets real human needs, where business logic meets social impact, where crazy technical ideas meet messy real-world problems. HydraSmart isn't just another startup; it's proof that when you combine the right technology with genuine care for people, you can build something that actually matters.
"Innovation doesn't come from just mastery, it comes from being the first to combine two ideas together in a way that resonates with the problem."
- My philosophy on building meaningful technology
Education
Academic excellence across multiple domains
Eastside Preparatory School
Stanford University Programs
Pre-Collegiate Product Design (2025) • Machine Learning Specialization (2024)
STEP Computer Academy
3-year university-level CS program • Low-level programming & advanced algorithms
Pioneer Academics - Computer Vision
Research specialization in computer vision mechanisms and deep learning
Experience
Real-world impact through internships and innovation
Software Engineering Intern
VoiceGain.AI - Dallas, TX
Machine Learning team member working alongside experienced engineers on enterprise-level voice AI solutions. Contributing at the same technical level as full-time staff on private, on-premise voice agents rivaling big tech solutions.
Co-founder & CEO
HydraSmart™
Leading maternal wellness startup with provisional patent filed. Developed the puck - smart hydration tracking device with AI-powered lifestyle correlation. $50k seed investment lined up, partnering with Lamaze classes nationwide.
Software Engineer Intern
ONDC/Bizom - Bangalore, India
Built computer vision and dense object detection system for inventory tracking and automated customer support using AI. Automated 100+ daily customer queries with 96% accuracy on both text and visual feedback.
Volunteer Software Intern
FAME India - Bangalore, India
Built application for caregivers to collect real-time feedback from student beneficiaries with neurodevelopmental disabilities. Automated parent feedback workflows and developing centralized information system for NDD care resources.
Community Outreach Co-Chair
Eastside Preparatory School
Establishing TEDx Youth application on theme of "Emergence" curating student ideas and inviting global talent, developing a smart scheduling widget for the entire student body to optimize assignment pacing and improving learning rates.
Technical Skills
Expertise across multiple domains - from AI/ML to full-stack development
Languages & Utilities
AI & Machine Learning
Full-Stack Development
What's going on right now...
The projects and initiatives I'm actively working on
HydraSmart™ Development
Finalizing the AI-powered hydration tracking system with machine learning algorithms for personalized recommendations. Currently working on the mobile app integration and preparing for the $50k seed funding round.
Computer Vision Research
Developing a novel approach to detect micro-expressions and nonverbal cues for autism spectrum support through Pioneer Academics. Using advanced deep learning techniques with PyTorch and OpenCV.
TEDx Youth Event
Leading the application and organization of TEDx Youth at Eastside Prep on the theme "Emergence." Coordinating speakers, venue, and production.
Featured Projects
Innovation through code - solving real problems
Lingle™
Writing-first language learning platform with fine-tuned AI models delivering unmatched accuracy. Partnering with regional schools to accelerate learning for all students.
ExtemPT
Generative AI platform for competitive speech prep with agentic tooling and advanced internet search capabilities. Complete comprehensive website for extemporaneous speech preparation.
EPCarpool
Sustainability platform reducing single-car travel for school events by an order of magnitude. Allows event hosting and carpool registration. 1st Place Hackathon Winner 2023.
Let's Build Something Amazing
Ready to innovate? Let's connect and explore opportunities together.
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Location
Seattle, WashingtonAvailable for remote & local opportunities
Available For
Internships, Consulting, PartnershipsOpen to innovative projects and collaborations
Response Time
I typically respond within 24 hours during business days. For urgent matters, please mention "URGENT" in your subject line.