JOSEPH ADELMAN

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ABOUT ME

Currently working as a Software Engineer at Versana in New York, NY.

I build innovative software solutions and solve complex technical problems. Graduated from University of Michigan with a Computer Science degree. Passionate about creating impactful technology!

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MY PROJECTS

🎤 Real-Time Transcription and Subtitles

• Developed an accessibility application using real-time speech-to-text transcription and facial recognition
• Integrated OpenAI Whisper API, Google Translator, and OpenCV
• 90% of participants reported improved conversation comprehension

[Paper] [Poster]

🏠 Rental Property Analyzer

• Python + Selenium program processing 10,000 property records
• Reduced processing time from hours to minutes

🔍 Search Engine

• Segmented inverted index using MapReduce pipeline
• REST API based index server with web interface

📚 Smart Document Summaries

• AI-powered document summarization using Next.js, TypeScript, and GPT-4 API

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REAL-TIME TRANSCRIPTION

This project transforms how individuals with hearing impairments engage in conversations. It combines real-time speech-to-text transcription with facial recognition to display text near the active speaker.

Features:

• OpenAI Whisper API for accurate transcription
• Google Translator for multi-language support
• OpenCV facial tracking and lip movement analysis
• Dynamic subtitle positioning based on speaker location

Results:

• 90% of participants reported improved comprehension
• 60% preferred dynamic subtitles over static format

[Download Full Paper] [View Poster]

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SEARCH ENGINE

Built a scalable search engine from scratch using industry-standard algorithms and distributed computing principles.

Technical Details:

• Segmented inverted index for efficient searching
• MapReduce pipeline for distributed processing
• TF-IDF for text analysis and ranking
• PageRank algorithm for link analysis
• REST API for search queries
• Web interface for result visualization

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EDUCATION

University of Michigan

College of Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Computer Science

Ann Arbor, MI | December 2024

Relevant Coursework:

• Algorithms
• Web Systems
• Computer Security
• Linear Algebra
• Human Computer Interaction
• Probability and Statistics