GENERIC REPORT BY PRATHAM JAIN V S

10 / 9 / 2025

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Task 2: API Project

Learning Outcome

• Understood “What is an API?” and its role in enabling communication between different applications.
• Gained hands-on experience in integrating a third-party Weather API into a web application.

A Weather Web Application was developed that fetches and displays real-time weather data using a selected Weather API. The application provides an interactive and responsive user interface with multiple features.

Features Implemented

• Search weather details by city name
• Displays temperature, humidity, wind speed, and pressure
• Shows weather condition with an icon (e.g., sunny, cloudy, rainy)
• Fetches and displays the local time of the searched city
• Responsive, mobile-friendly design for smooth user experience across devices

GitHub Repo

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Task 3: GitHub Workflows

I familiarized myself with GitHub integrated workflows by learning how repositories and contributions are managed. I forked the given repository and successfully cloned it to my local system. I explored the existing issues, worked on the assigned task, and implemented the required changes. Finally, I committed and pushed my work to my forked repository, completing the task as instructed.

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Task 4: Ubuntu Command Line

In this task, I practiced basic Ubuntu command line operations. I created a folder named test and navigated into it using cd. Inside the folder, I created a blank file with the touch command and listed files using ls. I also generated 2600 folders with patterned names such as M_1 M_2 M_3 and so on using loop commands. Finally, I concatenated two text files and displayed the combined output in the terminal. This task helped me become more familiar with essential Linux commands.

GitHub Repo

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Task 5: Linear Regression from Scratch

I implemented Linear Regression from scratch using Gradient Descent on the California Housing Prices dataset. The model was trained without using ML libraries for optimization, ensuring a clear understanding of the underlying math. I compared my custom implementation against Scikit-learn’s LinearRegression, and both achieved identical performance (MSE: 0.7091, MAE: 0.6299, R²: 0.4589). The results confirm that gradient descent converges to the same solution as the analytical closed-form method. I also visualized the line of best fit along with the data points, validating the correctness of my model. This project strengthened my understanding of regression, error metrics, and optimization techniques.

GitHub Repo

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Task 6: The Matrix Puzzle — Decode with NumPy & Reveal the Image

I have successfully completed the project "Decode Secret Image" using Python and Jupyter Notebook. The notebook demonstrates how to process images and extract hidden information using libraries such as NumPy, Matplotlib, and ImageIO. The decoding process was implemented step by step, making it easy to understand the working of image manipulation concepts. The project achieves its objective of revealing the hidden data embedded inside an image. This work enhances my understanding of image processing and secret data handling techniques.

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Task 7: Portfolio Webpage

I have successfully completed the development of my personal portfolio website. The site includes sections for About, Skills, Projects, and Achievements, with smooth animations and responsive design. I implemented advanced features like a loading screen, dark/light theme toggle, smooth navigation, and parallax scroll effects.The website is fully responsive and designed to provide a modern, engaging user experience.

Link to webiste

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Task 8: Markdown Resource Article

I have written an article on 'Ethical Challenges in Engineering and Technology' in markdown language. I have embedded the link to my article below. link

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Task 9: Tinkercad Circuit

I successfully created a Tinkercad account and explored its interface to understand the example circuits provided. I then designed and simulated a simple circuit using an ultrasonic sensor to measure the distance of an obstacle, displaying the results on the serial monitor. To extend this, I built a radar system by integrating a servo motor with the ultrasonic sensor. The servo motor sweeps the sensor across a range of angles, enabling wider area scanning. The ultrasonic sensor measures distances by emitting sound waves and detecting their echo time. The simulation successfully displayed distance readings, demonstrating effective object detection within the radar’s coverage area.

Tinker this

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Task 10: DC Motor Speed Control

I successfully completed the task of speed control of a DC motor using an Arduino UNO and the L298N H-Bridge motor driver. A 5V BO motor was connected to the driver, and PWM signals were generated from the Arduino to vary the motor speed. By adjusting the PWM duty cycle through the program, I was able to achieve smooth control over the motor’s rotation. The setup was tested with different speed levels, and the motor responded accurately to the programmed inputs.

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Task 11: LED Toggle Using ESP32

I successfully completed the task of creating a standalone web server using the ESP32. The ESP32 was configured as an Access Point and hosted a web page that allows wireless control of an LED connected to GPIO2. Using the Arduino IDE, I set up the ESP32 board configuration and uploaded the program. The web interface was designed with Bootstrap and JavaScript for an interactive user experience. By clicking the ON and OFF buttons, I was able to toggle the LED state in real-time. This task helped me understand ESP32 networking, GPIO control, and web server programming.

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Task 12: Soldering Prerequisites

I have successfully completed this task under the supervision of the coordinator. I learned about the different soldering equipment available in the lab, including the soldering iron, solder wire, flux, and solder wick, along with their purposes and safe handling. I practiced using these tools to perform basic soldering on a perf board. As part of the exercise, I assembled and soldered a simple LED circuit, ensuring proper connections and functionality. The activity helped me gain confidence in handling soldering tools and understanding their applications.

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Task 13: 555 Timer Multivibrator

I designed and constructed a 555 timer-based astable multivibrator with a duty cycle of 60%. The circuit was assembled on a breadboard using appropriate resistors and a capacitor as per the design calculations. After powering the circuit, I connected the probes of the DSO to the output pin of the 555 timer. The waveform observed on the DSO confirmed the expected square wave with the calculated frequency and a duty cycle close to 60%.

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Task 14: Karnaugh Map Logic Circuit

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Task 15: Active Participation

I have actively participated in the IEEE PES Student Congress conducted by BMS College of Engineering, Bengaluru on 22nd August 2025, organized by BMSCE IEEE PES & SC in collaboration with IEEE PES Bangalore Chapter. My involvement in this technical event allowed me to gain valuable insights and interact with peers and experts in the field. I am attaching the issued certificate of participation as proof of my attendance.

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Task 16: Datasheet Report

I have prepared a report on the MQ135 gas sensor by referring to its datasheet. The sensor is capable of detecting gases such as ammonia, benzene, smoke, and CO₂, with high sensitivity and a wide detection range. In my report, I have analyzed its operating voltage, load resistance, and response time, along with its applications in air quality monitoring. The findings were systematically studied and compiled to highlight the sensor’s working principle and performance. Checkout the datasheets here

Task 18: Sad Servers

I have successfully completed the Command Line Murders challenge from SadServers. The task involved investigating logs, processes, and system data through command-line tools to identify the culprit. By applying systematic Linux troubleshooting and search commands, I was able to solve the mystery and arrive at the correct conclusion. This demonstrates proficiency in problem-solving, log analysis, and command-line investigation.

GitHub Repo