Calvin Gutsa
AI Engineer
Welcome to Calvin's Portifolio
This is my evolving portfolio where I share my latest projects tackling the current problems people are facing today. A space that grows with me as I explore emerging technologies and build solutions for real-world challenges.
About Me
It took me a while to figure out my passion, but turns out I'm interested in making the world a better place through innovations that foster creativity. I see a world where everything is made easy through technology and innovations.
I'm passionate about emerging technologies, learning them, and applying them to solve modern-day problems. As a Computer Engineering student at NYU Abu Dhabi, I believe in building technology that's not just functional, but intuitive and accessible to everyone.
Projects
Autonomous Task Agent
Experimental multi-tool AI agent that autonomously executes research & planning workflows
RAG Chatbot
Retrieval-Augmented Generation chatbot built on FastAPI & LangChain
Multimodal Content Generator
AI suite for generating text + visuals for marketing and creative workflows
USSD Food Delivery Platform
Offline food ordering tool with EcoCash API integration
Experience
Software Engineer Intern
May 2025 – Jul 2025Hoopla (Techstars FC23) @ In5 Tech · Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Developed the AI Buddy MVP, an interactive emotional wellness tool for children aged 3–8 grounded in the Hoopla Method™, using FastAPI and RAG pipelines to deliver personalized support with minimal screen time.
Data & Strategy Intern
Mar 2025 – May 20252welv Strategy Social Design Agency · Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Led AI procurement research and vendor evaluations, assessing LLMs and automation agents to streamline decision-making and integrate advanced tools into client strategies.
Business Development Intern
Oct 2024 – Dec 2024LETSRISE @ Hub71 · Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Designed and documented internal workflow systems that resolved operational inefficiencies and improved communication across a 10+ member startup, reducing project delays.
Software Engineering Fellow
Jul 2024 – Sep 2024Headstarter AI · Remote, United States
Delivered weekly AI product sprints, transforming ideas into functional demos under tight deadlines.
Machine Learning Summer Intern
May 2024 – Jul 2024New York University Abu Dhabi · Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Improved glucose detection using Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) by automating data collection and enhancing signal processing accuracy.
Local Education Officer
Dec 2024 – Jan 2025New York University Abu Dhabi · Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Coordinated logistics for 20+ community-based learning visits, managing transport, briefings, and partner collaboration to ensure smooth faculty-student engagement.
First-Year Dialogue Facilitator
Jul 2024 – Dec 2024New York University Abu Dhabi · Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Facilitated dialogues to help first-year students connect, adapt, and develop community awareness.
Fabrication & Operations Assistant
Oct 2023 – May 2024New York University Abu Dhabi · Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Streamlined lab organization and inventory systems to improve workflow and maintain safety compliance.
Resident Assistant & First-Year Program Leader
Aug 2023 – Jul 2024New York University Abu Dhabi · Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Organized 8+ onboarding events and mentored 15+ students, supporting transition and engagement.
Quantum Machine Learning Intern
Jun 2023 – Aug 2023New York University Abu Dhabi · Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Implemented quantum tomography on a 2-qubit system and optimized procedures for replication.
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Oct 2022 – May 2023NYUAD Precious Plastic Lab · Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Operated recycled plastic machinery and supported sustainable material development.
Extern – AI & Data Programs
Mar 2024 – Dec 2024Paragon One (Beats by Dre, Webacy, IgniteXL) · Remote, United States
Conducted AI-powered market and investment research for tech and Web3 startups.
Teaching Assistant
May 2021 – Oct 2021Step by Step Academy · Norton, Zimbabwe
- Instructed 40+ students in STEM subjects, improving class performance and confidence.
- Designed personalized learning plans that turned failing grades into passes.
General Operations Intern
Feb 2021 – May 2021Sunny Yi Feng Tiles · Norton, Zimbabwe
- Managed material transport and boiler operations, maintaining workflow safety and efficiency.
ADYC+ Techstars Startup Weekend Participant
Feb 2024 – Mar 2024Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority · Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Secured 3rd place out of 15 teams in a Techstars hackathon focused on early childhood innovation.
Ambassador (Extern Program)
May 2024 – Dec 2024Paragon One · Remote, United States
Acted as liaison between Extern program and new applicants, streamlining onboarding and application referrals.
Tech Stack
Languages
Python
C++
Java
JavaScript
TypeScript
SQL
HTML5
CSS3
R
MATLAB
Frameworks & Libraries
FastAPI
LangChain
HuggingFace
PyTorch
TensorFlow
Gradio
Qiskit
Stable Diffusion
OpenAI
Tools & Platforms
Git
Docker
React
Vite
Node.js
MongoDB
MySQL
Tableau
AWS
GCP
Render
Jupyter
Colab