Deshitha Gallage

Deshitha Gallage

ML Enthusiast | Developer | Undergraduate

👋🏼 Hello there, I’m Deshitha Gallage!

Hi, I’m a passionate Computer Science and Engineering undergraduate at the University of Moratuwa. My interests lie in machine learning, data science, and web development. I’m always eager to learn and explore new technologies.

📚 Education

University of Moratuwa
B.Sc. (Hons) in Computer Science & Engineering (GPA: 3.75 / 4.00)
Expected Aug 2026
Colombo, Sri Lanka

I am currently pursuing my Bachelor of Science in Computer Science & Engineering at the University of Moratuwa, under the Engineering Faculty. Throughout my academic journey, I have delved into various subjects that have shaped my understanding of the field. These include Data Structures and Algorithms (C++), Program Constructions (Java), Probability & Statistics, Linear Algebra, as well as more specialized topics like Machine Learning and Data Science.

👨🏻‍🔬 Selected Experience

Backend Developer at Nexster
Jan 2024 – Present
Colombo, Sri Lanka

  • Developed and maintained backend services using Go (Golang), ensuring high performance and scalability.
  • Worked extensively with ArangoDB, a multi-model database, to design and optimize graph database schemas for complex queries.
  • Collaborated with front-end developers to integrate RESTful APIs, enhancing the efficiency of data retrieval and manipulation.

🛠️ Technical Skills

  • Languages: Python, Java, C++, Go, JavaScript, TypeScript
  • Technologies: React.js, Next.js, Node.js, Express.js, TensorFlow, PyTorch, jQuery, Bootstrap
  • Concepts: Machine Learning, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Neural Networks, API, Database Normalization, Cloud Computing, Backend Development, Frontend Development

📜 Achievements

  • IEEEXtreme 17.0: Achieved a global rank of 828 and country rank of 64.
  • ACESCoders v10.0: Secured 37th place among 100+ teams.
  • TechnoHackathon, Xtreme 2023: Selected as finalists and attained 7th place.
  • Crack the CodeHackathon- Enigma 24’: Selected as finalists and secured 10th place.

📫 Contact

Email: deshitha.21@cse.mrt.ac.lk
Phone: +94 70 249 8402
Address: No.278/1, Bogahawaththa, Kanaththagoda, Kamburugamuwa 81750, Sri Lanka

Feel free to connect with me on LinkedIn or check out my projects on GitHub.