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Hello, and thank you for visiting. My name is Jagadeesh, and this blog is a personal and professional record of my journey through college, projects, and the experiences that continue to shape my interests and aspirations.

Currently, I am pursuing my undergraduate studies at NIT Calicut, where I am learning, building, and continuously exploring new ideas across engineering, technology, and beyond.
This space reflects not only my technical pursuits but also my broader experiences—from milestones and challenges to reflections on the people and places that have influenced my path.

I know no one would care to read this, even I sound like someone who thinks they do… :( but anyways.

Through this blog, I aim to document my work thoughtfully, share insights, and connect with others who are equally passionate about learning and creating.

Purpose of This Blog

The main purpose of this blog is to organize and document my projects, ideas, and experiences in a structured way.

Over time, I realized that many of my projects ended up scattered across private repositories or forgotten folders. This space is simply an effort to gather them in one place, with a bit more context and thoughtfulness. While most of the projects here are small or experimental, documenting them helps me reflect and learn. If anyone else happens to find something useful along the way, that would just be a nice bonus.

The content here includes technical notes, project write-ups, tutorials, and personal reflections from different experiences.

About Me

I am Jagadeesh Mummana, a sophomore at NIT Calicut, majoring in Electronics and Communication Engineering with a minor in Robotics and Automation.

My focus is on electronics and hardware design, particularly in VLSI systems, and how these can be used to optimize hardware for AI applications. I’m interested in improving hardware performance to support the intensive computational needs of AI models. I also enjoy the hands-on process of building real-world robots from scratch, where integrating hardware and software effectively is essential to their operation.

I enjoy taking the time to understand systems; building them, exploring how they work, and trying to make small improvements through trial and error.

Outside of academics, I spend time on personal projects, club activities, and technical experiments, as well as trying to slowly build both technical and creative skills.

About This Site

This site originally began as a portfolio project for my final submission in the CS50x 2024 Course.
The initial version remains accessible here or through the navigation bar.

Since then, it has grown into a broader personal and technical blog.
The site is built with Hugo, using the Geeky-Hugo theme as a foundation, which I have extensively customized to better meet my evolving requirements. It is hosted via GitHub Pages.

The inspiration to start a formal blog came during my visit to ROSCon India 2024 (IISc Banglore).
At the event, I had the opportunity to interact with peers and seniors from several institutions, many of whom were doing exceptional work across different technical domains. I was struck by their clarity when explaining their projects, yet I noticed that structured documentation and public presentation of their work were often lacking.

Through conversations, it became apparent that this was not due to a lack of ability but rather due to documentation being a lower priority amidst academic and project commitments. This realization stayed with me and motivated me to establish a platform where I could not only share the technical details but also convey the motivations, processes, challenges, and insights behind each project.

It is my belief that even a basic project, when fully understood and properly documented, holds more educational and developmental value than a great one with only a surface-level understanding.
Taking the time to work through each part of a project helps me learn more and feel more connected to the work.

You can find more about this inspiration and my reflections on the event in this post.

Why I Built This Blog

This site serves as a central platform to organize, document, and share my technical work and experiments.

Since many of my GitHub repositories are private, this blog acts as an open and structured window into the projects I am pursuing, providing detailed insights, learnings, and future directions.

Some of the projects are actively maintained, others are works in progress, and a few have reached functional milestones but are continually refined as my understanding evolves.

All projects featured here are either independently developed or draw upon external inspirations, in which case appropriate credits are acknowledged.

For Industry Professionals/Recruiters

If you are an industry professional or recruiter visiting this site, I encourage you to explore the “Projects” and “About” sections for a clearer perspective on my work, interests, and approach.

I am currently seeking internship opportunities in areas such as digital and mixed-signal VLSI design, particularly those that intersect with robotics and AI-enhanced systems.

I am always eager to learn and explore new challenges, and I would love the opportunity to contribute to innovative projects in these areas. If you’d like to explore any of my private repositories or discuss a project in more detail, I’d be happy to share them upon request.

Thank you for considering my work.

For Peers, Friends, and Fellow Explorers

If you are a peer, a friend, or simply an interested visitor, I warmly welcome discussions, collaborations, and exchange of ideas.

I believe that collaboration enriches learning for all parties involved, providing diverse perspectives and new ways of thinking.
If you have an idea to discuss, a project to collaborate on, or simply wish to connect, please feel free to reach out through the Contact Page or via direct messages on the platforms listed below.

While I am active across multiple channels, my activity on Instagram is currently limited.

Why I Focus on Projects

For those wondering why there is an emphasis on building and documenting projects, the reason is simple: I believe true learning comes through hands-on experience.

Academic projects often serve their purpose within fixed timelines, but rarely do they encourage continuous exploration beyond submission. When I initiate and manage a project entirely—starting from its original motivation through to real-world deployment—I develop a deeper sense of ownership and a stronger commitment to refine and improve it over time.

Many of my projects span across disciplines, and this intersectional nature drives me to think critically and holistically. I am always open to collaborations that allow for exploration across varied fields.

In my view, engaging actively with projects provides a form of learning that cannot be replaced by passive consumption, whether through videos or multiple online courses.
While these resources are important, I believe that their true value is realized when they are used as stepping stones to build something original and substantial.

Connect With Me

• 🌐 Portfolio: mummanajagadeesh.github.io
• 💼 LinkedIn: Jagadeesh Mummana
• 🔧 GitHub: Mummanajagadeesh
• 📸 Instagram: @jagadeesh__97__

For additional social links and informal contact options, please visit the Contact Page.

Thank you for your time and interest. I look forward to continuing this journey of learning, building, and sharing, and I hope you find something here that resonates with you.