Tushar Magar
About Me
I'm passionate about simplifying workflows and creating efficient systems that empower teams to focus on delivering exceptional experiences. I love solving meaningful problems by blending technology and smart design, to build impactful solutions. I love working with people, understanding their needs, and crafting solutions that make a difference.
My background spans founding and bootstrapping AI-driven SaaS ventures, architecting Python-based automation pipelines on Azure with SQL backends, and winning IBM's global TechXchange Hackathon—demonstrating my entrepreneurial drive, swift execution, and knack for getting things done.
Professional Experience
Founder
Daimyo & ReviewSnipe — Jan 2024-Present
Helping restaurants make operations efficient and provide an extraordinary experience to customers.
Entrepreneur
Founders, Inc. — Dec 2024-Jan 2025
Chosen for the first Cold Start cohort from hundreds of applications worldwide.
Projects
A collection of my work spanning web applications, AI solutions, and electronics projects.
Daimyo
AI-powered business-intelligence copilot that automates reporting, alerts, and data queries for restaurants.
Led end-to-end development of a WhatsApp-based chatbot and notification system that pulls in POS data (LucidPOS, ReserveGo) to generate on-demand reports, anomaly alerts, and natural-language insights.
- Designed cloud infrastructure on Azure Functions for hourly data pipelines
- Implemented RAG-powered ad-hoc queries using WatsonX Granite & LangChain
- Saved beta-test restaurants 7–9 hours/week of manual work
ReviewSnipe
Automated Google review monitoring and AI-generated WhatsApp replies to boost customer engagement.
Built a serverless pipeline that fetches Google reviews hourly, analyzes sentiment, and sends real-time alerts with AI-suggested replies via WhatsApp.
- Integrated with Google Business Profile API for review monitoring
- Implemented daily summary reports and a React dashboard for clients
- Delivered a robust OAuth flow and scalable architecture for managing hundreds of reviews
Smart Charging Module
An intelligent charging controller that optimizes battery health through adaptive current regulation.
Built for PCloudy as our college capstone project, this system was designed to handle round-the-clock phone charging with continuous data transfer.
- Developed a charge-controlling module that prevents battery wear using a capacity-based algorithm
- Created firmware for the microcontroller, designed the PCB, and validated its effectiveness
- Results published in an IEEE conference paper
Arduino Pocket Watch
A wearable Arduino-powered pocket watch that tells time and runs mini-games.
Built a compact pocket watch with a 0.96″ OLED display that shows time and hosts simple games (e.g., Flappy Bird).
- Integrated tactile buttons for navigation and game control
- Optimized for low-power operation and portability
- Documented the entire process on Hackster.io
Theia
Wearable assistive tech delivering audio & haptic feedback for enhanced spatial awareness.
Developed a prototype wearable that scans the environment and communicates distance via audio cues and vibration.
- Wrote real-time sensor-fusion code for accurate proximity detection
- Designed ergonomic enclosures for the wearable device
- Tested user navigation in unreal engine
Babylon
AI-driven VJ system creating audio-reactive visuals for live music performances.
Engineered a pipeline that transcribes audio, analyzes BPM, and auto-generates stylized visuals in sync with music.
- Combined Whisper-based transcription for accurate lyric detection
- Used Librosa-based beat detection for rhythm synchronization
- Integrated AI image generation for immersive club visuals and karaoke overlays
Achievements
Recognition and milestones from my professional journey.
Hackathons & Contests
1st Place: IBM TechXchange Global Hackathon
Oct 2024 • Issued by IBM
Daimyo secured 1st place out of 4,200+ teams from 128 countries at IBM's TechXchange 2024 Hackathon.
Top 5 Finalist: Adecco CEO For One Month India
May 2023 • Issued by Adecco
Selected among the top 5 finalists out of 33,359 applicants nationwide.
3rd Place: Dot Slash Hackathon
Apr 2022 • Issued by PES University
Awarded 3rd place at PES University's Dot Slash Hackathon.
2nd Place: PowerToFly Flagship Hackathon 2022
Apr 2022 • Issued by PowerToFly
Built THEIA (a wearable assistive device) and finished 2nd among global submissions.
Top 10 Maker: Maker Mela 2022
Jan 2022 • Issued by Maker Mela
Featured as one of the top 10 makers at India's largest maker fair.
2nd Place: Terra Nova Ideathon
Sep 2021 • Issued by PES University
Placed second in a space-themed ideathon at PES University.
Runner-Up: DIY Arduboy Contest
Jul 2021 • Issued by Hackster.io
Earned runner-up for the Arduino Pocket Watch project.
1st Place: C.O.D.S Idealoop
Feb 2021 • Issued by PES University
Won with an Interplanetary Communication System concept.
2nd Place: SpaceJam Hackathon (General Track)
Feb 2021 • Issued by PES University
Achieved 2nd place with an Arduino–Python hybrid prototype.
Publications & Speaking
IEEE Conference Paper
2024 • Published on IEEE Xplore
"Smart Charging Module for Controlled Charging of Mobile Devices" presented and published in an IEEE conference paper.
View on IEEE XploreSpeaker: IBM TechXchange 2025
Feb 2025 • IBM
Invited to talk at IBM TechXchange 2025, after winning the 2024 TechXchange hackathon
Recognitions & Fellowships
Cold Start @ Founder's Inc.
Chosen for the inaugural Cold Start accelerator cohort to build and scale ventures with expert mentorship.
Top 7% Finalist: WTFund
Ranked in the top 7% of global applicants.
Microsoft for Startups
Accepted into Microsoft's program supporting early-stage tech ventures.
AWS for Startups
Backed by AWS's initiative to empower startup growth.
Adrenaline Adventures
SkyJump Las Vegas: World's Highest Commercial Decelerator Descent
2024 • Las Vegas
Jumped of a really tall building 😈
1000 km Bike Ride: Seattle → San Francisco
2018 • USA
ngl I'm done with cycling after this 😭
Summited Kedarkantha
2016 • Indian Himalayas
Climbed to 12,500 ft elevation on Kedarkantha peak.
Summited Rupin Pass
2024 • Uttarakhand, India
Traversed and summited the 15,250 ft Rupin Pass on a high-altitude trek.
Toolkit & Skills
Languages
Python
TypeScript
JavaScript
SQL
HTML/CSS
Bash
Technical Expertise
Full Stack Development
Cloud & DevOps
Database Systems
AI & Machine Learning
Automation & APIs
Analytics & BI
Libraries & Frameworks
Next.js
React
TailwindCSS
Flask
SQLAlchemy
Pandas
LangChain
shadcn/ui
Twilio
Platforms & Tools
Cloud Platforms
DevOps & Scheduling
Design & Documentation
Soft Skills
Leadership
Hackathon team leadership, solo founder experience, and guiding technical decision-making.
Product Management
Full product lifecycle from ideation through beta testing to iteration based on user feedback.
Business Strategy
Pricing models, go-to-market strategies, and scaling SaaS applications to reach product-market fit.
Technical Communication
Creating clear documentation, demos, and persuasive pitch decks that communicate technical concepts effectively.
Client Interaction
Building feedback loops, client onboarding, and managing expectations throughout project lifecycles.
Resilience & Speed
Shipping MVPs rapidly, handling client requests efficiently, and pivoting products based on market feedback.