BIOGRAPHY

Ruchi Alavilli is an aspiring computer scientist and engineer with a passion for artificial intelligence, robotics, and software development. A dedicated student at Santa Clara High School and a member of the 49ers STEM Leadership Institute, she has excelled in computational research, machine learning, and automation, applying her skills to real-world challenges in technology and education.
Ruchi has led and contributed to numerous STEM initiatives, serving as President of Girls Who Code, Software Team Lead for First Tech Challenge Robotics, and Programming Captain for VEX Robotics. She has mentored aspiring engineers, developed AI-based projects, and conducted research on reinforcement learning models through the Horizon Academic Research Program. Beyond technical innovation, she is deeply committed to education accessibility, leading mentorship programs for underrepresented students in STEM and teaching special education students through Circle of Friends.
Outside of academics, Ruchi is an artist, photographer, and Girl Scouts leader, finding creativity in both visual arts and computational problem-solving. She enjoys hiking, exploring new cultures, and discovering patterns in the world around her. With aspirations in AI-driven innovation and human-centered technology, she is dedicated to developing solutions that create lasting social impact.