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+# README for Varun Madan
+
+## About Me
+Hi, I'm Varun Madan! I'm a junior majoring in Computer Science at Stanford, specializing in Artificial Intelligence. I enjoy working on innovative projects and exploring intersections of AI, materials science, and software development.
+
+## Technical Skills
+- **Programming Languages**: Python, C++, JavaScript, SQL
+- **Tools & Frameworks**: TensorFlow, PyTorch, React, Firebase
+- **Areas of Expertise**: Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Computer Vision
+
+## Previous Projects
+1. **AI-enabled Semiconductor Defect Detection**  
+   - Developed a two-branch CNN to predict defects in semiconductors.  
+   - Achieved significant improvement in classification accuracy using custom preprocessing techniques.
+
+2. **ShelterLink**  
+   - Built an AI-powered platform to connect homeless individuals with essential resources.  
+   - Integrated Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) for real-time queries.
+
+3. **Financial App**  
+   - Created a React Native app to track and visualize personal finances effectively.  
+
+## Fun Fact
+I recently explored the Greater Bay Area in Guangdong and have a growing interest in learning Mandarin!
+
+## Contact
+Feel free to connect with me on [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/varunrmadan) or check out my [GitHub](https://github.com/madanva).