Prem Thatikonda

Full-Stack & Automation Engineer

Full-stack developer working across React, Next.js, Node.js, and AI tooling. I've built desktop apps, web platforms, and developer tools. I also freelance — mostly marketing sites and web builds for studios and small businesses. Currently exploring automations and end-to-end product development. I write about AI tools, UI trends, and developer workflows on LinkedIn.

Projects

GhostQuery

A hotkey-triggered stealth AI assistant that runs hidden from OS app lists. Engineered Rust backend + Node proxy for low-latency querying of LLM APIs. Designed instant pop-up UI with secure background processes.

RustReactExpress.jsTauri

Themez

A real-time color palette visualizer for designers with preloaded palettes. Apply selected palettes to a full UI demo for fast visual decision-making. Built an intuitive, responsive interface for rapid design testing.

Next.jsTailwind CSSshadcn/ui

BigO

AI adaptive learning platform with personalised flashcards using spaced repetition engines. Increased daily active users by 35% with gamified engagement. Improved user retention by 50% through adaptive learning paths.

ReactMongoDBExpress.js

Zentry Clone

A recreation of Zentry's award-winning landing page — a Human-Agentic OS platform blending AI, gaming, and data. Replicated the motion-heavy, visually rich design with scroll-driven animations and cinematic transitions.

ReactGSAPTailwind CSS

Experiences

Full-Stack & AI Agent Developer Intern

Winvesta

May 2025 — Dec 2025

Rebuilt Android & iOS Investment App in React Native, supporting $20k+ lifetime revenue and $971+ MRR. Built the Next.js + Sanity CMS website and CI pipelines powering 150k+ traffic. Developed AI-driven compliance automations reducing manual review effort by 40%+. Contributed to cross-border payments flows processing $1.2M+ monthly withdrawals.

React NativeNext.jsSanity CMSAI AutomationNode.js

Marketing & SEO Intern

LetsUpgrade

Dec 2024 — Jan 2025

Handled SEO and content management for the company's web properties. Worked on improving search rankings and organic reach.

SEOContent ManagementMarketing

UX Design Intern

LetsUpgrade

Jun 2024 — Jul 2024

Worked on designing and researching the company's official websites and tracking audience reach metrics.

FigmaUX ResearchWeb Design

Blogs

Setting Up Local AI Inference on a Windows Laptop

A step-by-step build log of setting up an Ollama server on one laptop and running inference from another over a local network.

5 min read2025-06-12

AIOllamaSelf-Hosted

Your Idea Has a Shelf Life

In the age of AI, anyone with the same idea can build and ship it before you do. Why speed of execution matters more than the idea itself.

4 min read2025-05-01

AIStartupsOpinion

How UI and UX Has Changed in Modern Websites

A look at how web design has shifted recently — new layout patterns, interaction trends, and what good UX looks like today.

4 min read2025-04-15

UI/UXDesignWeb Dev

Tech Stack

JavaScript

TypeScript

Python

Rust

Java

Education

B.Tech CSE (Ongoing)

ITM Skills University, Kharghar

2023 — 2027

Pursuing a Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science & Engineering.

HSC

St. Xavier's Autonomous College, Fort Mumbai

2021 — 2023

Higher Secondary Certificate from one of Mumbai's premier autonomous colleges.

ICSE

Bombay Scottish School, Mahim

2011 — 2021

Completed schooling with ICSE curriculum at Bombay Scottish School.

Achievements

ISTD Hackathon 2025(4th Place)

Participant

2025

Competed against 100+ teams and secured 4th place. Built a working prototype under a 24-hour time constraint with a focus on real-world problem solving.

Imagine Hackathon 2025(7th Place)

Participant

2025

Finished 7th out of 80+ competing teams. Developed a full-stack solution within the hackathon window, judged on innovation, execution, and presentation.

Mindsprint Hackathon

Co-Lead & Organiser

2024

Co-led the college hackathon club and organised Mindsprint end to end — handled registrations, coordinated event logistics, managed judging panels, and ensured smooth execution across all rounds.

Buildation 3.0