Rohan Patra

About Me

I am a passionate Electrical Engineering and Computer Science student at UC Berkeley (graduating Spring 2026) with extensive experience in full-stack development, blockchain technology, and AI/ML applications. As a Regents' and Chancellor's Scholar, I've consistently pursued challenging technical projects while developing a diverse skill set spanning software engineering, research, and entrepreneurship.

My technical expertise includes:

• Full-stack development: Proficient in Python, C++, Java, TypeScript, React, Next.js, Node.js
• Blockchain development: Smart contracts, decentralized applications, custom consensus mechanisms
• AI/ML: Experience with TensorFlow, LLMs, and bioinformatics applications
• Database systems: PostgreSQL, Supabase, MongoDB, SQL
• DevOps: Docker, Linux, AWS, Kubernetes

What Drives Me

I'm driven by creating innovative solutions that address real-world challenges. My work demonstrates this commitment:

1. At Pure (YC23), I've developed marketplace systems for rare coins and precious metals, implementing secure payment processing and pricing algorithms.

2. As an Undergraduate Researcher at the Innovative Genomics Institute under Nobel Laureate Jennifer Doudna, I'm applying LLMs to predict protein interactions and analyze genomic data.

3. In my leadership roles at Blockchain at Berkeley and as a Student Fellow at the Berkeley Blockchain Xcelerator, I'm passionate about advancing blockchain adoption and mentoring others.

Notable Projects

BreachDirectory.org

I created a comprehensive platform allowing users to check if their credentials have been compromised in data breaches. The system includes:

• A Next.js frontend and FastAPI backend
• An AI system that continuously identifies new data breaches
• A SQL database with over 20 billion entries
• A RESTful API used by major organizations including NCPTF, Union Pacific, and Hewlett Packard

The service attracts approximately 5.7 million unique monthly visitors and has been distributed in cybersecurity-focused operating systems like Kali Linux.

Zorg - Decentralized Healthcare Record Keeping

Winner of Stanford Treehacks Blockchain & Security Grand Prize, Zorg provides decentralized, encrypted health record storage using:

• Bun, React, Next, and Shadcn for the frontend with client-side encryption
• Zig backend with IPFS for decentralized storage
• Blockchain technology for immutable record indexing

Donna - AI-Powered Call Assistant

Developed for the PearVC x OpenAI Hackathon, Donna is an innovative call screening assistant that:

• Leverages OpenAI's beta realtime API for natural language processing
• Detects and rejects spam calls
• Identifies call urgency and schedules future calls
• Integrates with calendars to check availability

Moon.it.com - Decentralized Virtualized Liquidity Platform

I founded this platform on the Base blockchain, implementing:

• A robust liquidity bonding curve system using Solidity smart contracts
• A full-stack interface with Next.js, Shadcn, RainbowKit, Wagmi, and Alchemy
• Advanced tokenomics and liquidity management features

The platform has attracted acquisition interest and demonstrates my ability to take projects from concept to marketable products.

Why I'm Perfect for This Hackathon

My track record of success at hackathons (ETHGlobal, ETH Oxford, Consensus 2024) demonstrates my ability to rapidly ideate, develop, and deliver innovative solutions under pressure. I bring a unique combination of technical expertise, leadership experience, and entrepreneurial mindset that enables me to contribute effectively to any team.

I'm particularly excited about this hackathon as an opportunity to push boundaries, collaborate with fellow innovators, and create something that makes a meaningful impact. My diverse background across software engineering, blockchain, and AI positions me to approach problems from multiple angles and develop truly innovative solutions.