Tarun Thathvik Paladugu

Tarun Thathvik Paladugu

Senior GenAI Engineer | RAG Pioneer (2022) | Robotics to AI Journey | NYU Mechatronics MS

Site Update Notes - December 2024

Site Update Notes - December 2024

Major Updates Completed

1. Professional Rebranding

  • Transformed from graduate student profile to Senior GenAI Engineer positioning
  • Emphasized dual expertise: AI/ML leadership + Robotics foundation
  • Updated all professional descriptions to reflect current role and achievements

2. Content Updates

About Page

  • New professional summary highlighting RAG pioneering (2022)
  • Current role as Lead AI Engineer at LoganData Inc.
  • Maintained robotics foundation with LIPM video
  • Added clear contact information and call-to-action

CV/Experience Page

  • Complete professional experience section
  • Detailed technical skills across AI/ML, Cloud, and Robotics
  • Impact metrics (600% productivity, 80% cost reduction)
  • Certifications and achievements prominently displayed

Projects Page

  • Added “Professional Impact” section with high-level achievements
  • Maintained all academic robotics projects
  • No proprietary details disclosed
  • Added future directions section

3. Navigation & Structure

  • Simplified navigation: About, Projects, Experience, Resume
  • Direct link to PDF resume in navigation
  • Removed unused sections (Teaching, Publications, etc.)

4. Configuration Updates

  • Updated site description and bio
  • Changed email to professional Gmail
  • Updated employer information
  • Refined social media links

Key Messaging

  • Primary: Senior GenAI Engineer with production experience
  • Secondary: Strong robotics and control systems foundation
  • Unique Value: “From controlling robots to orchestrating LLMs”

Files Updated

  1. _config.yml - Site configuration and author info
  2. _pages/about.md - Homepage/About section
  3. _pages/cv.md - Experience and CV page
  4. _pages/projects.md - Projects portfolio
  5. _data/navigation.yml - Site navigation
  6. files/Tarun_Thathvik_Resume_2024.pdf - Latest resume

Next Steps (Optional)

  • Add professional headshot photo if available
  • Consider adding blog section for thought leadership
  • Add testimonials or recommendations
  • Create case studies for impact metrics

Notes

  • All proprietary information carefully excluded
  • Metrics provided are percentages and relative improvements only
  • Robotics projects maintained to show technical depth
  • Site maintains professional tone while highlighting unique journey