Ajinkya Raut

👋 About Me

I am an avid learner with a passion for technology and innovation. Currently, I am rapidly expanding my coding skills and exploring the latest advancements in automation using artificial intelligence. My curiosity drives me to constantly seek new knowledge and challenge myself with complex problems.

With a strong interest in finance, and AI, I am committed to bridging the gap between data-driven decision-making and real-world financial applications. I thrive in collaborative environments, value clear communication, and enjoy turning ideas into impactful solutions.

I am always eager to connect with like-minded individuals and teams who share my enthusiasm for leveraging technology to solve meaningful challenges.

🚀 Projects

Consulting for Market Entry – Automobile Rental Startup

• Role: Consultant & Client Liaison
• Assisted a budding automobile rental startup in evaluating the viability of entering a new market.
• Conducted primary market research specific to the automobile rental industry and discussed potential entry strategies.
• Acted as the primary point of contact between the client and the consulting team, ensuring clear communication, understanding client needs, and relaying requirements back to the team.
• Gained practical experience in stakeholder management, market analysis, and strategic planning within the mobility sector.

Financial Ratio & Performance Analysis – Gas Authority of India Ltd.

• Role: Financial Analyst (Team Project)
• Analyzed the financial performance of Gas Authority of India Ltd. by examining its income statement and balance sheet.
• Calculated multiple financial ratios and interpreted the company’s performance and economic position from an investment perspective.
• Enhanced skills in financial analysis, critical thinking, and data-driven decision-making.

💻 Software & Programming Skills

• Languages: Python, C, Assembly (8086)
• Tools: Excel, AutoCAD, MATLAB

📚 What I'm Currently Learning

• Deep Learning Fundamentals:
  Exploring the basics of deep learning, including neural network architectures, training processes, and foundational concepts in AI.

• Object-Oriented Programming in Python:
  Creating a game in Python to strengthen my understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP) principles such as classes, objects, and inheritance. This hands-on project is helping me apply OOP concepts in a practical, engaging way[2][3][5].

• Hugging Face LLMs and Agents:
  Taking courses on Hugging Face to learn about large language models (LLMs), AI agents, and their applications in automation and natural language processing.

🎓 Co-curricular Activities

Do Well Do Good (Consulting Club)

• Involved in client acquisition for the consulting club by reaching out to startups and NGOs via cold calls and emails.
• Pitched potential collaborations and successfully secured multiple clients.
• Served as the primary liaison between clients and consulting teams—understanding client needs, relaying expectations, coordinating feedback, and ensuring deliverables aligned with client goals.
• Skills Gained: Communication, negotiation, stakeholder management, teamwork.

DoFAM – Department of Finance and Asset Management

• Managed financial accounting, including tracking pass redemptions and handling financial reconciliations during college festivals.
• Resolved discrepancies arising from various events, enhancing attention to detail and analytical thinking.
• Skills Gained: Analytical thinking, problem-solving, financial management, accuracy.

🏆 Extra-curricular Activities

• Literature and Debate Club:

  • Engaged in weekly debates, honing critical thinking, logical reasoning, and public speaking skills.
  • Researched diverse topics, structured arguments, and represented the college in formal debates and literary events.
  • Skills Gained: Composure under pressure, persuasive communication, adaptability, clarity in expressing complex ideas.

• Esports:

  • Competed in multiple tournaments with several Top 4 finishes.

• Basketball:

  • Active team player, contributing to team spirit and discipline.

🌟 Professional Interests

• Data Science
• Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning (AI/ML)
• Market Research
• Finance

I am passionate about leveraging my technical expertise, problem-solving mindset, and strong communication skills to drive impactful results in collaborative environments.