Shirdi Kummarakuntla
Slate CRM & Data Integration Specialist | Full-stack Developer
I am an innovative Admissions Operations Analyst and Full-stack Developer with over two years of experience leveraging Slate CRM, Python, Java, and modern web technologies to streamline higher education admissions. Passionate about building student-facing portals and data integration systems that significantly reduce manual workload and boost user engagement. I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy tackling complex automation challenges that save thousands of dollars annually. Driven by continuous learning, I blend my strong backend and frontend expertise to create impactful solutions. When I am not coding, I enjoy exploring new tech trends and gaming to recharge creativity and problem-solving skills.
Skills
Tools needed to
get work done.
These get updated regularly.
- Python
- Java
- JavaScript
- TypeScript
- SQL
- React.js
- Next.js
- Flask
- Spring Boot
- ETL pipelines
- Data governance
- SQL queries
- Slate CRM
- VS Code
- Git
- Jira
- Postman
- MongoDB
- PostgreSQL
- NoSQL
Education
Where it all
started
Master of Science in Computer Science
University of New Haven
Completed graduate program focusing on advanced computer science concepts and applications.
Aug 2022 — May 2024
Bachelors in Electronics and Communication Engineering (Hons)
Lovely Professional University
Studied core principles of electronics and communication engineering with honors distinction.
Aug 2017 — May 2021
Experience
Platforms that gave
a chance to grow.
University of Tulsa
Admissions Operations Analyst | Graduate & Online Programs
- Manage, configure, and optimize Slate CRM processes including forms, events, mailings, workflows, automations, and portals for over 150 active users to ensure reliable application processing and communications.
- Develop and maintain ETL pipelines using Python, Java, and SQL to integrate data across multiple systems such as Colleague SIS, ARMS, athletics, and testing services, automating data imports and reducing manual reconciliation by 15 hours per week.
- Conduct data-governance audits, remediate data records, enforce privacy policies, and build complex queries and interactive dashboards that track key application lifecycle metrics, improving data integrity and reducing decision-making time by 30%.
- Engineer student-facing portals and dashboards to streamline application submission, event registration, and real-time status tracking, boosting student engagement by 25%.
- Led the merger of two Slate CRM instances into a unified environment, migrating data and configurations, saving $30,000 annually in licensing and maintenance costs.
- Onboarded and trained staff on Slate CRM usage and served as technical liaison among admissions leadership, IT, academic Deans, vendors, and peer institutions.
University of New Haven
Graduate Assistant, Slate CRM | Enrollment Operations
- Designed and developed multiple portals for the University Immigration Services Office to facilitate student services and created a queue management portal to assist students at the welcome center.
- Built complex queries, funnel and comparison reports, and decision letters using advanced liquid markup logic to support staff decision-making and operations.
- Implemented automation rules for application processing, including workflows for application decisions and I-20 creation, reducing manual work by 50-60 hours weekly.
- Engineered and executed a Flask-based system that automated class registration processes, eliminating 30 days of manual labor and significantly increasing operational efficiency.
Capgemini
Software Engineer
- Developed a B2B web application using React.js and Redux which increased client productivity by 30%.
- Optimized over 40 web-based user interactions and authored more than 30 user stories, delivering the application on schedule within Agile frameworks.
- Received the 2021-H2 Super Team Award for outstanding team performance and a 15% acceleration in project delivery speed.
- Recognized as the top performer during a 4-month Java Full-Stack Developer internship and delivered a responsive single-page web application from scratch within a 40-day sprint.
Latest
Projects
Opportunities that challenged to learn
Independent Project
Artfolio - Automated Student Portfolio Generator
Next.js
React.js
TypeScript
MongoDB
AWS
OpenAI API
- Developed a platform using Next.js, React.js, TypeScript, and MongoDB hosted on AWS that ingests student resumes and auto-generates personalized portfolio websites and ATS-friendly resumes.
- Implemented a subscription model featuring multiple tiers of customizable templates, enhancing user choice and engagement.
- Integrated OpenAI API to provide AI-driven resume optimization suggestions and template customization features, currently in progress.
- My role encompassed full-stack development, combining front-end React interfaces with back-end MongoDB data management and AWS deployment.
- This solution streamlines portfolio creation for students, improving presentation quality and job application success rates.
Jan 2025 — Present
University of New Haven
UIS Portal for International Students
Slate CRM
JavaScript
HTML
CSS
Portal Development
- Engineered a comprehensive portal using Slate CRM, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript for international students to submit forms, request information, and track application statuses.
- Developed staff functionalities within the portal to assign and manage real-time student service tasks efficiently.
- This portal enhanced communication flow and operational efficiency between students and university administrative staff.
- My contributions included front-end design and integration with Slate CRM workflows to automate and streamline interactions.
- The portal significantly boosted student engagement and administrative productivity in international services.
Feb 2023 — May 2024
University of New Haven
QR-Based Check-In System for Orientation Events
Slate CRM
QR Code
Automation
Event Management
JavaScript
- Created a QR code check-in solution integrated with Slate CRM to automate attendance tracking at university orientation events.
- Built real-time reporting dashboard for event organizers to monitor attendance and participation metrics efficiently.
- This project eliminated manual attendance logs, saving time and reducing errors.
- My role included designing the QR scanning workflows, integrating Slate CRM data capture, and generating automated reports.
- The system improved event management and data accuracy for university administration.
Feb 2023 — May 2024
University of New Haven
Queue System for Student Welcome Center
Slate CRM
Queue Management
JavaScript
HTML
CSS
- Developed a virtual queue-management portal using Slate CRM, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript that enabled students to check in remotely at the university's welcome center.
- This system reduced in-person wait times and streamlined front-desk operations by managing student flow efficiently.
- Responsibilities included front-end development, portal configuration in Slate CRM, and implementing queue logic.
- The portal enhanced the campus visitor experience and optimized staff workload at the welcome center.
- This project demonstrated successful integration of web technologies with CRM systems to improve service delivery.
Feb 2023 — May 2024
University of New Haven
I-20 Processor Platform
React.js
Next.js
Flask
PostgreSQL
Automation
- Innovated a streamlined platform combining React.js, Next.js, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS, PrimeReact, Flask, and PostgreSQL to automate the I-20 document creation and submission process for Enrollment Operations.
- Implemented enhancements that increased operational speed by 80% and improved accuracy by 100% compared to manual methods.
- Led full-stack development including front-end UI, backend API services, and database schema design.
- This system greatly reduced administrative overhead and accelerated student visa-related workflows.
- My role spanned system design, implementation, testing, and deployment ensuring robust automation and compliance.
Feb 2023 — May 2024
Independent Project
GPA Calculator Web Application
Flask
JavaScript
HTML5
CSS3
GPA Calculator
- Built a web-based GPA calculator using HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, Tailwind CSS, and Flask that supports various international university scales and converts scores to US GPA standards.
- Developed an intuitive user interface that accommodates global grading conversions to assist students in understanding their academic standing.
- The backend Flask service handles GPA computations based on configurable parameters, ensuring accurate results.
- This project aimed to simplify academic performance evaluation for a diverse student population.
- My role covered full-stack development including UI design, backend logic, and deployment.
Present
Academic Project
Can't Stop - CLI Game Implemented in C++
C++
OOP
Polymorphism
Templates
Game Development
- Developed a command-line interface game named 'Can't Stop' in C++ using Object-Oriented Programming principles.
- Applied advanced concepts such as Polymorphism, Templates, Inheritance, and Abstract Classes to create modular and scalable code architecture.
- The project focused on code readability, maintainability, and efficient game mechanics implementation.
- This game project demonstrated proficiency in software design patterns and system programming.
- My role encompassed design, coding, testing, and documentation of the entire game application.
Present
Academic Project
Grab 'n' Go - Responsive Full-Stack Web Application
React.js
Spring Boot
MongoDB
Tailwind CSS
Full-Stack Development
- Designed and developed a responsive single-page full-stack web application called Grab 'n' Go using React.js, Tailwind CSS, Spring Boot, and MongoDB.
- Implemented authentication and role-based authorization within a microservices architecture, providing secure and scalable user management.
- Focused on creating a neumorphism UI style enhancing user experience and visual appeal.
- Led front-end and back-end services integration and database schema design to support application functionality.
- This application showcased ability to architect and deliver enterprise-level web solutions combining modern technologies.
Present
Achievements
Milestones
& Recognition.
Automated Higher-Education Admissions Processes
Developed ETL pipelines and automated workflows that saved over 60 weekly manual hours and reduced reconciliation by 15 hours per week, significantly optimizing admissions operations at the University of Tulsa and University of New Haven. #Automation #Efficiency #DataIntegration
Cost Savings via CRM Integration
Led the successful merger of two Slate CRM systems, unifying data and configurations to save $30,000 annually in licensing and maintenance costs. #CRM #CostSavings #ProjectLeadership
Enhanced Student Engagement Platforms
Engineered student-facing portals and dashboards that boosted engagement by 25% and expedited decision-making by 30% for admissions and enrollment operations. #FullStackDevelopment #StudentEngagement #UX
Accelerated Operational Efficiency in I-20 Processing
Innovated and implemented a platform for automated I-20 creation and delivery, increasing operational speed by 80% and accuracy by 100%, eliminating up to 60 hours of manual work weekly. #ProcessAutomation #HigherEducation #OperationalExcellence
Recognized Software Engineering Excellence
Honored with Capgemini's 2021-H2 Super Team Award and recognized as the top performer during a 4-month Java Full-Stack internship, contributing to a 15% project completion acceleration. #AwardRecipient #SoftwareEngineering #Leadership