The Weenix Operating System is a modular, Unix-like kernel developed as part of USC's CSCI 420 (Operating Systems) course. This project involved building core kernel components, including: - Process management - Threading - Virtual memory - File system All components were built entirely in C and assembly. ## Project Challenges This project challenged me to: 1. Design and debug intricate low-level systems 2. Ensure seamless integration across various subsystems 3. Apply deep understanding of computer architecture and operating system principles > Note: Due to academic policies, the actual kernel source code cannot be shared publicly. Please contact me for the code!

This project utilizes ISRO's INSAT 3DR infrared satellite data to visualize cloud heights. Key features include: - Application of a lapse rate model for cloud altitude calculation - Point cloud representation of cloud heights - Integration of satellite data for accurate visualization ## Technical Highlights - Data processing of infrared satellite imagery - Implementation of atmospheric models for height estimation - 3D visualization techniques for cloud representation

=This project implements an AI for the Flappy Bird game using the NEAT algorithm. Key aspects include: - Implementation of the NEAT algorithm for neural network evolution - Integration with the Flappy Bird game environment - Training and optimization of AI performance ## Project Insights - Exploration of evolutionary algorithms in game AI - Balancing between exploration and exploitation in AI learning - Performance analysis and optimization of the AI agent

This project involves building a neural network from the ground up using Python. Key components include: - Implementation of forward and backward propagation - Customizable network architecture - Various activation functions and loss calculations ## Learning Outcomes - Deep understanding of neural network fundamentals - Hands-on experience with gradient descent and backpropagation - Insights into optimization techniques for neural networks

A custom 2D game engine built from scratch using C++ and OpenGL. Features include: - Core engine architecture - Rendering system using OpenGL - GLSL shader management - Basic physics and collision detection ## Technical Challenges - Efficient memory management and performance optimization - Implementation of a flexible entity-component system - Integration of various subsystems (graphics, audio, input)

# Super Resolution Game Engine The Tookivi game engine, based on the Hazel engine, features real-time super-resolution upscaling. Key aspects include: - Integration of super-resolution algorithms with game rendering - Python script for real-time image processing - Enhancement of visual quality in game output ## Innovation Highlights - Real-time application of machine learning for graphics enhancement - Optimization of super-resolution algorithms for gaming performance - Bridging game engine technology with advanced image processing techniques

# Image Resampler This project focuses on implementing various image resampling techniques. Features include: - Upsampling and downsampling algorithms - Multiple interpolation methods (e.g., nearest neighbor, bilinear, bicubic) - Comparative analysis of different resampling techniques ## Technical Aspects - Implementation of complex mathematical algorithms for image processing - Optimization for efficient processing of large images - Analysis of image quality and performance trade-offs in resampling

# Color Space Segmentation This project focuses on image segmentation using HSV color space. Key features: - Implementation of HSV color space conversion - Hue-based thresholding for pixel segmentation - Visualization of segmented image regions ## Project Insights - Understanding of color spaces and their applications in image processing - Exploration of threshold-based segmentation techniques - Analysis of segmentation effectiveness in various image types

# DCT DWT Image Compression This project compares two image compression techniques: DCT (used in JPEG) and DWT (used in JPEG2000). Features include: - Implementation of DCT and DWT algorithms - Comparative analysis of compression efficiency - Progressive decoding simulation and analysis ## Technical Highlights - In-depth study of transform-based image compression techniques - Implementation of complex mathematical transforms (DCT and DWT) - Analysis of compression artifacts and image quality metrics

# DCT Video compression