Backend · ML · Curiosity

Hi, I’m Prashant.
I build backend systems and explore machine learning.

Backend-focused software developer with hands-on experience in Django and FastAPI, a published research paper in machine learning, and a love for travelling, biking, photography, and reading.

Open to backend & ML roles
Research · Problem Solving · System Design
What I enjoy working on
Designing clean APIs, working with databases, optimizing performance, and using ML to turn data into something useful.
Backend Architecture APIs & Microservices Databases ML Experiments
Beyond the code
I recharge on the road — travelling, riding my bike, capturing moments through photography, or getting lost in a good book.
Travelling Biking Photography Reading

Who am I?

I’m a backend-focused software developer who enjoys building reliable, maintainable systems. I’ve worked with APIs, databases, and services, and I’m actively exploring machine learning — both through self-driven projects and research, which led to a published paper on surface roughness prediction using ML.

Outside of work and learning, I love travelling to new places, going on bike rides, taking photos, and reading books across tech, philosophy, and non-fiction. I like combining discipline in my craft with curiosity about how the world works.

Backend developer with a research mindset.

Profile

What I work with

A snapshot of the tools and technologies I’m comfortable with.

Backend

Python C/C++ Django FastAPI REST APIs Authentication Microservices

Data & ML

Machine Learning Pandas NumPy TensorFlow Scikit-learn

Infrastructure & Tools

PostgreSQL MySQL MongoDB Git & GitHub NGINX Deployment

Where I’ve worked

Some highlights from my journey so far.

Backend Developer
Safhire.ai · Oct 2023 – Present
  • Developing and maintaining RESTful APIs with FastAPI and secure user authentication.
  • Integrating LLM models to automate candidate profile creation and ranking.
  • Optimizing server performance and reducing latency, improving product responsiveness.
  • Collaborating with frontend and product teams to deliver scalable features.
Python Developer
WIFT Cap Solutions · Nov 2022 – Oct 2023
  • Implemented backend solutions with Django, improving system stability and scalability.
  • Reduced bugs through rigorous debugging, testing, and refactoring.
  • Managed deployments and NGINX server configurations for smooth rollouts.

Things I’ve built

A mix of backend and ML projects.

Backend

Real Estate Web Application
Backend · Django · Deployment

A real estate web application built using Python and Django with Jinja templates. Deployed on a cloud droplet with SSH configuration, database setup, Gunicorn, and NGINX for a production-ready environment.

Python Django PostgreSQL NGINX Gunicorn
AI Blog Generator Web Application
Django · Tailwind CSS · OpenAI API

Web application that generates AI-powered blog content using the OpenAI API. Includes user-friendly UI, prompt configuration, and content management.

Python Django Tailwind CSS OpenAI API

Machine Learning & Data

Surface Roughness Prediction
M.Tech Thesis · ML

Built machine learning models to predict surface roughness of AISI 304 steel in nanofluid-assisted turning, optimizing machining parameters based on R², RMSE, and MSE metrics.

Machine Learning Pandas NumPy Scikit-learn
ML Experiments & Prototypes
Exploration · Learning

A collection of smaller ML experiments including classification, regression, and data analysis tasks, used to explore new techniques and improve intuition around models.

Data Analysis Visualization ML Pipelines

Published work

A quick overview of my research paper.

Surface Roughness Prediction of AISI 304 Steel in Nanofluid Assisted Turning Using Machine Learning Technique
Key Engineering Materials, Vol. 933, pp. 13–24, 2022 · DOI: 10.4028/p-wwb643

This work applies machine learning models to predict surface roughness during nanofluid-assisted turning of AISI 304 steel. By learning from experimental data, the models help optimize cutting parameters and improve machining quality.

  • Developed and evaluated multiple ML models for surface roughness prediction.
  • Used R², RMSE, and MSE metrics to quantify predictive performance.
  • Demonstrated how ML can support smarter, data-driven manufacturing.

On the road

Some routes, places, and moments I’ve enjoyed.

Ride
Road to Heaven, Gujarat
A peaceful ride through smooth curves, quiet hills, and scenic viewpoints. Not the longest route, not the toughest — but one of the most calming I’ve experienced.
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Travel
Ladakh 2024
1500+ km of mountains, silent valleys, cold winds and roads that challenge you mentally and physically. Ladakh wasn’t just a trip — it felt like a reset button for life.
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Photography
Portraits
Natural emotions, candid smiles, and genuine expressions that make every moment feel alive.
View Gallery

More rides & stories coming soon 🚀

What I’ve been reading

A few books that left an impact.

Psycho-Cybernetics
Maxwell Maltz · Self-improvement
Helped me reframe self-image and understand how mindset influences performance and confidence.
The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck
Mark Manson · Non-fiction
Honest, direct perspective on choosing what truly deserves attention and energy in life.
Meditations
Marcus Aurelius · Philosophy
Stoic reflections that influence how I think about discipline, responsibility, and staying calm.

Let’s talk

Whether it’s backend work, ML ideas, or just bikes & books.

Open to opportunities & collaboration

If you’d like to talk about backend roles, ML projects, collaboration, or just want to say hi, feel free to reach out.