# Rathish M

📍 Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu – 642109, India
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🔗 [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/rathish-m-3164b7295)

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## Career Objective

Seeking an opportunity to apply practical knowledge gained through my projects. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team, enhance technical skills, and gain hands-on experience.

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## Education

### Sri Krishna College of Technology (2023 – 2027)
**B.E. Electronics and Communication Engineering**
Coimbatore, India
- CGPA: **8.0** (up to 4th semester)

### Vivek Vidyalaya Matric. Hr. Sec. School (2022 – 2023)
**Higher Secondary Education**
Coimbatore, India
- Percentage: **89.6%**

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## Skills

- **Programming Languages:** C, C++, Java
- **Database Systems:** MySQL
- **Tools:** Arduino IDE, Cisco Packet Tracer, TinkerCad
- **Areas of Interest:** Digital Electronics, Microcontrollers, Digital Signal Processing

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## Projects

### Smart Waste Segregation using ML (Oct 2025 – Nov 2025)
**Tools:** Python, TensorFlow / ML, Adafruit IO
- Developed a smart waste segregation system using ML-based image classification and ESP32-controlled automation.
- Implemented IoT monitoring with sensors and Adafruit IO for real-time bin status and waste tracking.

### Posture Analysis System (November 2024)
**Tools:** Force Sensors, ESP32, Embedded C
- Developed a posture monitoring system using force sensors embedded in a chair to track sitting posture and pressure distribution.
- Implemented a real-time alert system to detect prolonged incorrect posture and promote ergonomic habits.

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## Internship Experience

### PCS Auto Cast – Production / Manufacturing Intern (May 2025)
Coimbatore, India
- Gained exposure to automotive manufacturing processes including casting, machining, and quality inspection.
- Observed foundry production flow, safety practices, machinery, and quality control methods.

### Southern Railways – Signal & Telecommunication Workshop (Dec 2024 – July 2025)
**Signal & Telecommunication Intern**
Coimbatore, India
- Gained understanding of relay-based signalling systems for safe railway operations.
- Learned maintenance and functioning of electronic and communication systems used in railway signalling infrastructure.

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## Achievements

- Presented a paper titled **“IoT-enabled Smart Waste Segregation and Recycling System using ML”** at the *16th International Conference on Science & Innovative Engineering*, October 2025, Chennai.
- **1st Prize** – Circuit Debugging, Karpagam College of Engineering, March 2025, Coimbatore.
- **3rd Prize** – Script Hack, Sri Eshwar College of Engineering, February 2025, Coimbatore.

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## Certifications

- **NPTEL:**
- Data Science for Engineers (2025)
- R Programming (2025)