Hey! I am Dev Thakkar, a computer science student at USF with a passion for robotics, AI, and how we interact with machines. I am currently working with the RARE Lab, tackling some big challenges in making robots more understandable and useful in everyday life.
I have experience using reinforcement learning and simulation tools like CARLA to push the boundaries of autonomous vehicles. I love exploring how AI can make technology safer and more adaptive to human needs. I am excited to contribute to projects that not only advance robotic systems but also make them easier for people to interact with.
“If the robots take over, I just hope they’re friendly – and good at making coffee!”
— 8/16/2024
My time at the RARE Lab may have been short, but it was filled with learning, growth, and exciting challenges. I learned ROS, Unity, and VirtualBox for robotics, AR, and computer networks, gaining hands-on experience in building and testing HRI systems.
I am grateful for the opportunity to contribute to projects that push the boundaries of what robotics can achieve. While my chapter here has come to a close, the skills and insights I’ve gained will continue to inspire my future endeavors.
To the RARE Lab team: thank you for the guidance, collaboration, and memories. I’ll always look back on this time fondly and with immense appreciation.
— 11/20/2024