From 1634404f973e3f4c0248a28ff2c1603a9b06cd19 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: KeshavAnandCode Date: Wed, 10 Dec 2025 20:39:37 +0000 Subject: [PATCH] Update rsi-application/main.tex --- rsi-application/main.tex | 33 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++------ 1 file changed, 27 insertions(+), 6 deletions(-) diff --git a/rsi-application/main.tex b/rsi-application/main.tex index 335d833..97ed6b3 100644 --- a/rsi-application/main.tex +++ b/rsi-application/main.tex @@ -307,8 +307,9 @@ From PWM control to I2C communication, I slowly worked up the layers of abstraction, eventually coming to the software that I was responsible to write. Today, I continue my pursuit of deep technical knowledge through my independent research projects. In my ninth grade, I decided to grasp the fascinating concept of a - thermoelectric generator. The following year, I completely shifted focus, doving into high-level signal processing - and machine learning concepts to develop GaitGuardian, my ISEF-winning Parkinson's research project. + thermoelectric generator in my research. The following year, I completely shifted focus, diving into + high-level signal processing + and machine learning concepts. Through these experiences, I have learned that true mastery comes from understanding the layers beneath the surface, which is why I am committed to this lifelong goal of deep technical knowledge. As I continue to uncover more information, I continue pursuing this goal through passion projects. My latest endeavor of hosting a full @@ -381,10 +382,30 @@ Together, we recreated iconic film music with precision, and all proceeds went to charity. As the keyboard player, I didn’t just perform; I sculpted the sounds, blending technical skill with creative vision. Performing in two concerts, which collectively raised over \$300,000 for charity, - showed me how creativity can make tangible impact. Not only was I expressing myself, I was - helping my community. Now, as I prepare for my third concert, I am continuing to fuse music and - technology. I built a real-time music server that optimizes bitrate to rival commercial platforms, - combining my passions in a way that transforms both performance and experience. + showed me how creativity can make tangible impact. Not only was I expressing myself, I was + helping my community. Now, as I prepare for my third concert, I am continuing to fuse music and + technology. Using my server-side knowledge to develop a music streaming service, I am able to + express my creativity in a positive manner by combining my talents and passsions. + \\\\ + As much as I had collborated in High Octavez, I would collaborate more in my studies. From + the moment I entered high school, my friends and I formed a joint study circle where + we would discuss upcoming assignments and tests. Before we learned the biological concept of + mutualism, we were practicing it through 10 PM Discord calls. Midway thorugh ninth grade, I added + another friend to our group chat...then two. Within a matter of 30 minutes, we had invited over + 30 people to join our newly made study server for the Plano East Class of 2027. Before long, + rules had to be set, and as the server owner, I had made it clear that no swearing would be + allowed. For obvious reasons, this did not sit well with my peers, and moderation quickly became + a nightmare. For rogue non-Plano East students invading the server to a perpetual spew of racial + slurs, we were quickly overwhelmed. Every loophole was penetrated; every vulnerability was exploited. + At that exact moment, I began using my coding skills to our advantage, developing Discord bots to + manage moderation. I began outsourcing work to other moderators and study guides, leading + a group of nearly 200 members to + Before long, all members required school ID-based verification, and I had + integrated AI into moderation to prevent penetration. At the end of my 10th grade, nearly 60% + of my class had joined the server. By hosting study sessions and posting valuable studying + resources, my server had gained the trust of not just students but teachers alike. In fact, + our human geography teacher hosted a last-minute AP exam study session through the server +