# Mahir Shah — Detailed Portfolio Profile ## Introduction Mahir Shah is a Computer Science and Applied Mathematics student at Adani University with a strong focus on software engineering, systems design, cloud infrastructure, and quantitative computing. Over the years, he has worked on a diverse set of projects ranging from enterprise software systems and web applications to research-oriented financial market simulations and security frameworks. His work reflects a multidisciplinary approach where mathematical reasoning, software engineering principles, and practical system implementation intersect. Through academic exploration, independent development projects, and leadership roles within university organizations, Mahir has continuously sought to build systems that solve real-world problems while exploring new technical domains. Mahir’s portfolio demonstrates experience in backend and frontend development, automation systems, enterprise resource planning platforms, data processing pipelines, security frameworks, and algorithmic financial modeling. In addition to development work, he is actively involved in leadership roles within technical communities and student organizations, contributing to the promotion of research, innovation, and collaborative learning environments. --- ## Academic Background Mahir Shah is currently pursuing studies in Computer Science and Applied Mathematics at Adani University. His academic interests lie at the intersection of computational systems, applied mathematics, and financial modeling. This combination enables him to approach software engineering challenges from both an algorithmic and architectural perspective. His coursework and independent exploration focus on areas such as: * Software Engineering * Distributed Systems * Cloud Infrastructure * Quantitative Finance * Market Microstructure * Computational Algorithms * Security Engineering These academic interests strongly influence the type of systems he develops, particularly projects that integrate mathematical modeling with real-world applications such as trading simulations and automated systems. --- ## Leadership and Organizational Roles ### Chair — IEEE Computational Intelligence Society (Adani University) Mahir currently serves as the Chair of the IEEE Computational Intelligence Society (CIS) student chapter at Adani University. In this role, he works under the mentorship of Prof. Dr. Sunil Jha, who serves as the Dean of Research and Dean of the Faculty of Sciences. As Chair of the IEEE CIS chapter, Mahir is responsible for promoting awareness and engagement with fields related to computational intelligence, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and advanced algorithmic systems. His responsibilities include: * Organizing technical seminars and workshops * Facilitating research-oriented discussions among students * Encouraging participation in research initiatives * Promoting computational intelligence within the university community * Coordinating collaborative events involving faculty and students Through this role, Mahir contributes to strengthening the research culture within the university and supporting students interested in emerging technologies. --- ### Vice President & Technical Lead — FinBiz Club, Adani University In addition to his IEEE responsibilities, Mahir also serves as Vice President and Technical Lead of the FinBiz Club at Adani University. The FinBiz Club focuses on finance, entrepreneurship, and technology-driven financial systems. As the technical lead, Mahir oversees the development of digital platforms that support the club’s operations and events. His contributions include developing a comprehensive Member Management System that streamlines club membership administration, event participation tracking, and reporting. Key features of the system include: * Automated member registration and unique Member ID assignment * Digital ID card generation for club members * Attendance tracking using scan-based systems * Automated event reporting using artificial intelligence tools * Analytics and documentation useful for sponsorship proposals The platform was designed with scalability in mind, allowing it to be extended for use by other student organizations within the university. The system received appreciation from Prof. Dr. Sunil Jha for its practical usefulness and potential for institutional adoption. --- ## Professional Experience ### Web Development Intern — Nexactly Solutions (Now BehaveNeu) Mahir completed a web development internship at Nexactly Solutions, a technology company based in Ahmedabad that has since evolved into BehaveNeu. During this internship, he contributed to the development of a project titled WinHealth, which aimed to build a web-based nutrition tracking platform. The system was designed to allow users to track dietary intake, manage health data, and monitor nutrition-related metrics. Mahir’s role primarily focused on frontend development and interface implementation, ensuring that the application provided a smooth and intuitive user experience. The backend architecture of the platform was built using the Python Flask framework, enabling efficient server-side processing and API communication. Through this internship experience, Mahir gained exposure to: * Real-world software development workflows * Team-based project collaboration * Web application architecture * Integration between frontend interfaces and backend services The internship certificate notes that his performance demonstrated strong self-motivation and the ability to learn new technical skills while delivering project tasks successfully. --- ## Engineering and Development Projects ### RE Portal — Enterprise Resource Planning System One of Mahir’s significant engineering projects is the RE Portal, a custom-built Enterprise Resource Planning system developed for Reekhav Engineers. The objective of the project was to centralize multiple operational workflows into a single integrated platform that could manage accounting, employee data, and business transactions efficiently. The ERP system includes several major modules such as: * Accounting and financial management * Employee payroll and salary tracking * Order processing and tracking * Invoice generation and management A notable feature of the system is the automated retrieval of company information using GSTIN identifiers. By integrating with publicly available government data sources, the system can automatically populate relevant company details, reducing manual data entry and improving accuracy. The platform also implements Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), ensuring that users have access only to the specific system functions relevant to their role within the organization. This design improves security and prevents unauthorized access to sensitive business data. --- ### Excel Security & Authorization Framework Another technically complex system developed by Mahir is the Excel Security and Authorization Framework. This project addresses the problem of securely distributing macro-enabled Excel files that contain proprietary logic or automated tools. The framework integrates client-side VBA logic with a Python Flask backend server to enforce access control and detect unauthorized modifications. The system architecture includes several components: Client Layer: * Excel workbooks containing VBA-based authorization logic Server Layer: * Flask-based web server that handles authentication, authorization, and activity logging Monitoring Layer: * Centralized dashboard for tracking usage and security events When a workbook is opened, the VBA code automatically communicates with the server to verify whether the file is authorized. If verification succeeds, the workbook unlocks its full functionality. If tampering or unauthorized modifications are detected, the system can restrict functionality and send alerts to the monitoring server. This framework enables controlled distribution of Excel-based tools used in financial analysis, automation, or internal business workflows. --- ### Ekam — Instagram Chat Backup and Reconstruction System Ekam is a system currently under development that focuses on processing exported Instagram data archives. When users download their Instagram data, the platform provides a ZIP archive containing multiple JSON files along with associated media assets such as images and videos. These raw export files are difficult to navigate and read directly. The Ekam system processes these archives by: * Extracting conversation data from JSON files * Organizing media files such as images and videos * Storing structured conversation records in a database Once the data has been processed, the system reconstructs conversations in a readable messaging-style interface, allowing users to browse their archived chat history in an organized format. The project is being developed in collaboration with another developer, Rumani07. --- ### MakeMathFun — Interactive Mathematics Platform MakeMathFun is an educational web platform designed to make mathematics more engaging and interactive for students. The project provides interactive exercises, visual demonstrations, and browser-based tools that help students understand mathematical concepts more intuitively. The platform is built using standard web technologies including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. The goal of the project is to combine education and technology by presenting mathematical content in a way that encourages experimentation and exploration. --- ### Sanskritam Sanskriti Website Mahir also developed a website for the Sanskritam Sanskriti initiative associated with Zebar School. The website serves as an online platform for presenting cultural and educational content related to Sanskrit language and heritage. Through this project, Mahir implemented responsive web design techniques and organized content in a structured manner that supports both educational presentation and community engagement. --- ## Research Work ### Dynamic Market Microstructure Engine One of Mahir’s most advanced projects involves the development of a Market Microstructure Engine designed to simulate trading behavior in a synthetic financial market. The research explores how asset prices respond to supply-demand imbalances using mathematical models derived from quantitative finance and market microstructure theory. The system introduces an exponential market impact model that adjusts asset prices based on trading volume relative to market liquidity. Key concepts incorporated into the model include: * Order imbalance in volume * Free float market capitalization * Amihud illiquidity coefficient * Exponential price impact functions The research also integrates transaction cost calculations using continuous mathematical integration to simulate realistic execution costs when large orders interact with the market. This model helps demonstrate how real-world trading environments experience slippage and price adjustments as liquidity is consumed. --- ## Future Development Mahir is currently working on a Market Microstructure Engine Showcase Portal. This platform will allow participants to simulate trading scenarios and interact with the synthetic pricing engine in a live demonstration environment. The showcase portal is intended to support academic events organized by Adani University, where students and participants can experiment with algorithmic trading concepts and market dynamics. Through this platform, Mahir hopes to create an educational environment where theoretical financial models can be explored through interactive simulations. --- ## Conclusion Mahir Shah’s portfolio represents a combination of software engineering, systems design, research exploration, and leadership within academic communities. From enterprise resource planning platforms and security frameworks to financial simulation engines and educational tools, his projects demonstrate both practical implementation skills and theoretical curiosity. As he continues his studies and research, Mahir aims to further explore the intersection of computer science, applied mathematics, and complex system design, contributing to fields such as quantitative finance, cloud computing, and large-scale software systems.