Anushka Basu_

Robotics, AI tooling, and a fair amount of tinkering.

// 01 about

I'm always working on something, from robots and software to electronics and engineering projects. I enjoy exploring new technologies, building things from scratch, and turning ideas into something people can actually use.

// 02 projects

Gauge — AI Paper Reviewer

Jun – Nov 2025 · Python, Perplexity API, NLP, Data Visualization

Built an AI tool to automate academic question paper review; analyzes papers for difficulty level, question frequency, mark distribution, and online answer availability. Evaluates overall paper difficulty, checks topic coverage, and suggests similar questions aligned with the marking scheme. Achieves 95% accuracy compared to educator reviews, enabling faster and consistent evaluations.

Cyber Genius — ICT-Based Startup Category

Nov – Dec 2022

Secured third place by developing and pitching a game-based learning application.

VSquareC — Chief Marketing Officer

Mar – Aug 2022 · The Orchid School, Pune

Led marketing for a pseudo-startup at a national-level competition by Dassault Systèmes; secured third prize and represented the school at the National Science Fair (1 of 30 schools across India). Designed 3D models, delivered the marketing pitch, created promotional materials, and ran a successful crowdfunding campaign.

// 03 robotics

Team HorcruXes #18031 — FIRST Tech Challenge

Jan 2023 – Apr 2024 · Goa

Won the Inspire Award in India, qualifying for the International Round; secured 3rd in the Motivate Award and the Compass Award at the World Robotics Festival, Houston, TX.

FIRST Tech Challenge '25

Apr 2024 – Feb 2025 · Balewadi Stadium, Pune

Engaged in advanced robotics design and innovation as part of the FIRST Tech Challenge.

World Robot Olympiad — National Silver Badge

Jun – Nov 2022 · India STEM Foundation

Earned the National Silver Badge recognizing excellence in robotics innovation and teamwork.

// 04 experience

Co-Chair, DHRUV MUN (DISEC Committee)

Sep – Nov 2024 · Dhruv Global School

Co-led committee proceedings, ensuring inclusive participation, initiating motions, fact-checking, and contributing to topic selection.

Tech Support Committee Member, Youth Summit '22

Jun – Aug 2022 · The Orchid School

Facilitated smooth technical execution of the annual Youth Summit and contributed to the final Compendium.

Speaker, Youth Summit '23

Jun – Aug 2023 · The Orchid School

Spoke on "Leveraging Technology for a Future-Ready Workforce" at the annual Youth Summit.

Percussionist, School Events

2018 – Present · Djembe, Cajon, Conga, Liquid Drums

Performed at Founder's Day, Independence Day, Farewell, and Annual Day events.

// 05 community

Robotics & STEM Trainer, Robominds

Jul – Nov 2024 · Pune

Trained underprivileged girls in robotics using LEGO WeDo 1 and 2 kits, introducing them to STEM through hands-on activities.

Learning Facilitator, Lila Poonawala Foundation

Sep – Dec 2022

Conducted computer literacy classes for underprivileged girls, covering email drafting, Microsoft Office, internet navigation, and basic coding.

Scribe for CWSN Students, CBSE Board Examinations

Jun 2021 – Apr 2023

Assisted Children with Special Needs by writing their board examinations across all subjects over two consecutive years.

// 06 contact