Aadi Bery

💼 Professional Experience


⚙️ Research and Technical Roles

AI4Business SDSU

Research Assistant

SDSU AI4Business Lab • August 2025 - Present

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Undergraduate Researcher

SDSU Department of Astronomy • May 2025 - Present

Python, sklearn, pandas, numpy, matplotlib, astropy, Git

  • Apply ML and data science techniques to identify and analyze pulsating variable stars using Vera Rubin Observatory DP1 Data
  • Collaborate on cross disciplinary team of undergrads under mentorship of Dr. Eric Sandquist
  • Communicate plots and findings in scientific presentation and potential publication
  • Access GitHub repo here
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AI Program Fellow

Break Through Tech • April 2025 - Present

Python, sklearn, Keras, NLP

  • Completed Cornell Tech ML Foundations certificate, using industry relevant tools and Python libraries
  • Collaborate with team of fellows on AI challenge project with mentorship from industry professionals
  • Further leadership and communication skills and learn to responsibly and ethically use AI / ML
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Research Assistant

SDSU Dept. of Computer Science • February 2025 - May 2025

Linux, CLI, Embedded Systems, Gazebo

  • Assisted Professor Umut Can Cabuk in research focused on autonomous drone systems
  • Conducted Software in the Loop (SIL) drone simulations and testing via Gazebo and qGroundControl
  • Gained hands-on experience with Ubuntu CLI and embedded systems tools

🎓 Teaching & Mentorship

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STAR Center Tutor

SDSU Residential Education Office • September 2024 - May 2025

  • Facilitated 4-5 daily tutoring sessions for on-campus residents in Calculus I/II, programming, and physics, customized to different learning goals
  • Adapted explanations to diverse learning stlyes and paces, contributing to noticeable gains in student confidence and problem-solving
  • Supported multiple students who achieved midterm score improvements of 10-20% + final course grades of A or A-