Hi, I'm Rushikesh Mohalkar

Picture this: A wide-eyed teenager, sitting in front of a computer at 2 AM, watching YouTube videos about neural networks while the rest of the world slept. That was me, and little did I know that those sleepless nights would shape my entire future.

My journey into the world of AI started with a simple yet profound question: "What if machines could think like humans?" This wasn't just curiosity—it was an obsession. I spent countless hours reading research papers, experimenting with algorithms, and building my first neural network (which, spoiler alert, didn't work at all on the first try!).

The turning point? When I built my first image classifier. Watching a computer correctly identify whether an image was a cat or a dog felt like magic. That moment of pure joy and wonder—that's what keeps me going. It's not just about the code; it's about creating something that can learn, adapt, and surprise you.

Fast forward to today: I'm diving deep into the fascinating world of reinforcement learning, exploring how AI can learn through trial and error—just like humans do. From understanding the fundamentals of neural networks to building systems that can play games better than humans, every day brings new challenges and discoveries.

But here's the real story: I'm not just a tech enthusiast; I'm someone who believes that AI has the power to transform our world for the better. Whether it's helping doctors diagnose diseases, making education more accessible, or solving complex environmental challenges, I see AI as humanity's greatest tool for progress.

The future? I'm excited about exploring generative AI, understanding how machines can create art, music, and literature. It's not about replacing human creativity— it's about amplifying it, working together to create things we never thought possible.