Harshil Siyani
Software Developer at Industry Capability Network (ICN)
Canberra, Australia
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I’m Harshil Siyani, a software developer originally from Kenya. After moving to Melbourne for my studies, I now live in Canberra, Australia. I’ve gained expertise in both rapid prototyping and MVP development from my time at an Cisco Innovation Center, as well as working with large datasets and enterprise-level applications in my current role. I’m passionate about integrating technology with real-world challenges, especially in AI, cloud solutions, and sustainability. My diverse background and innovative approach help me bring unique perspectives to the software development community.
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Google Gemini Competition: Case Study
In this session, I’ll share my experience building an AI-powered environmental app for the Google Gemini Competition. Leveraging my background as a software developer and my previous role at La Trobe Innovation Center, I rapidly prototyped and deployed the app using free tools like GitHub Codespaces, Supabase, and Heroku—all within a few hours. This session is tailored for beginner to mid-level developers, offering practical insights into using AI and agile techniques to quickly create and deploy effective MVPs
From Idea to Launch in 24 Hours: Rapid MVP Prototyping
In this session, I will guide attendees through the full process of taking an MVP (Minimum Viable Product) from concept to deployment within 24 hours. We’ll dive deep into rapid prototyping methods, leveraging open-source tools, and low-cost cloud solutions to test ideas quickly, ensuring scalability from the outset. Whether you’re a startup founder, part of a small development team, or working on side projects, this session will provide actionable insights on how to rapidly validate ideas in real-time.
The session will include practical examples, tips for structuring projects for growth, and techniques for integrating affordable deployment strategies. By the end of the talk, participants will have a clear roadmap for turning their concepts into functioning MVPs with minimal cost and time investment. This talk is ideal for developers aiming to bring ideas to market quickly, ensuring scalability and future-proofing from day one.
Fullstack Development on a Budget: Small Projects, Big Impact
In this session, I will walk attendees through the process of identifying everyday pain points and turning them into functional solutions with rapid prototyping. We will explore how to quickly build small, Fullstack projects that allow for immediate testing and user feedback, ensuring that the project is scalable for future development. I’ll cover practical strategies for structuring projects, focusing on clean architecture and API design to create solid foundations that can be expanded as needed. The goal is to empower developers to solve problems swiftly while ensuring their projects are future-proof.
Additionally, I will demonstrate cost-effective deployment techniques using free cloud tools like Heroku and Supabase, making it accessible for developers working with tight budgets. This talk will include a real-time demo showcasing how to take a project from idea to deployment, emphasizing the importance of rapid iteration and affordability. Whether you're working solo, bootstrapping a startup, or just looking to enhance your Fullstack skills, this session will offer hands-on strategies that you can apply the very next day
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