Pranav Kocherlakota

Hi, It's Pranav Sharma Kocherlakota

I'm a

Computer Science graduate student at Northern Illinois University with a passion for news reporting, AI development, and event organization. I bring a unique blend of technical expertise and creative storytelling to everything I do.

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My Services

News Reporting

Professional news gathering, interviewing, and reporting for campus newspapers and digital platforms.

Event Organization

Planning and executing successful events from marathons to campus activities with precision.

AI Solutions

Developing innovative AI applications and providing tech solutions for real-world problems.

My Certifications

UTD AI & Machine Learning Certification

AI & Machine Learning Certification

University of Texas, Dallas

Completed during AI/ML Research Internship

Cybersecurity Certification

Cybersecurity Certification

Cyber Security Works

Pentesting, Anti-Virus Protection, Bug Hunting

Mobile App Development Certification

Mobile App Development

Flutter & iOS Development

AlgoXFusion Project Certification

My Education

M.S. Computer Science

Northern Illinois University (NIU)

Jan 2025 - Present

B.E. Artificial Intelligence

Sathyabama University, India

Aug 2020 - Jun 2024

High School Education

Johnson Grammar School ICSE

Hyderabad, India

My Experience

Desk & Court Staff

NIU Recreation | Present

Work collaboratively with team members to ensure workflow efficiency and maintain safety standards in supporting facility operations.

News Reporter

Northern Star Campus Newspaper | Apr 2025 - Present

Build strong relationships with student groups, faculty, and event organizers to stay informed on upcoming campus happenings.

  • Specialize in reporting non-controversial and community-focused stories
  • Promote campus engagement and awareness

Technical Director & Event Organizer

Warangal Marathon | 2024

Organized Warangal City's First Historic Run & Ride at a 12th century historical monument.

  • Successfully managed event logistics and coordinated with sponsors
  • Ensured smooth execution through strategic planning
  • High profile marathon sponsored by multi-national companies like GenPact

AI/ML Research Intern

University of Texas, Dallas | May 2023 - Aug 2023

Internship under the Director of CS Outreach - Professor Jay Veerasamy.

  • Mastered ML learning frameworks, such as TensorFlow and PyTorch
  • Dynamic landscaping of neural networks
  • Conducted seminars for undergraduate students on AI technologies

My Articles

Northern Star Article

Northwestern professor says video games can be a space for critical resistance

DeKALB – Gaming is used as a space to displace the labor of leveling up onto Chinese and Asian citizens, furthering racial stereotypes, according to a Northwestern professor who spoke at NIU on Monday. The Asian American Resource Certificates Program (AACP) conducted a webinar at NIU's Asian American Resource Center as part of their lecture series.

Tex-Mex Cuisine

DeKalb adds Tex-Mex cuisine to NIU campus

DeKALB — A new Tex-Mex restaurant has opened its doors on campus, offering students a taste of the Southwest. The establishment features a variety of dishes including tacos, burritos, and quesadillas, all made with fresh ingredients and authentic flavors.

Warangal Marathon Coverage

Warangal Historical Run and Ride: City's First Marathon

The historic city of Warangal witnessed its first-ever marathon event, bringing together fitness enthusiasts from across the region. The event featured 3km, 5km, and 10km categories and was organized at the beautiful 12th century historical monument, creating a unique blend of fitness and heritage.

Video Coverage

Warangal Marathon Video Coverage

Comprehensive video coverage of Warangal's first historical run and ride event. The video highlights the participation enthusiasm, the scenic route through historical monuments, and the successful organization of this landmark fitness event in the city.

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