Aroma
Rodrigues
Technologist at Formerly Microsoft
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Aroma Rodrigues Bio (LinkedIn)
She is an accomplished AI researcher and engineer at Microsoft, specializing in scalable natural language processing (NLP) and knowledge mining systems that process billions of documents to enhance enterprise productivity. Early in her career, she demonstrated her commitment to accessibility and innovation by developing a voice-guided obstruction-sensing shoe for the visually impaired, a project that preceded the wearable tech boom.She is a sought-after speaker at international conferences like PyCon, where she has presented on topics such as propaganda detection, media bias, and ethical AI, helping to raise awareness and foster dialogue on responsible AI development. Beyond her technical contributions, she is deeply invested in community building and mentorship, actively supporting women and immigrants in technology through guidance and advocacy.
As a former Chief Coordinator of one of India’s largest student-run tech festivals, she transformed the event by introducing TEDx-style lectures and forging partnerships with organizations like INK Talks and Kommune India, creating a vibrant platform that reached over 10,000 students and professionals. Her career is defined not only by technical excellence but also by her dedication to empowering others and driving inclusive innovation.
