About me
Hi, I’m Arina — an AI-focused student at Illinois Tech. I build intelligent systems that understand people — from semantic search to voice-interactive interview tools. My work combines real-world usability with deep learning principles to make AI more practical, personal, and human.
AI Projects
Projects where I explore natural language understanding, evaluation frameworks, and LLMs to build intelligent tools.
AI Shopping Assistant
A semantic search tool that understands natural language and maps queries to products with 97% accuracy. Built using OpenAI API and custom evaluation datasets.
AI Interview Simulator (In Progress)
Currently building a voice- and video-based interview simulator that mimics real-time interviewer behavior using LLMs, speech synthesis, and dynamic avatar generation. The tool aims to recreate realistic mock interviews to help users practice under natural pressure.
The Power of Evals
An in-depth article exploring how evaluation datasets can dramatically improve the performance and reliability of AI systems. Based on my own experience building a semantic search engine, it breaks down how structured testing can guide smarter model behavior.
Web Development Projects
Projects where I design and build responsive, user-friendly websites with clean layouts and intuitive UX/UI.
ANTEI Formwork Rental
Business site for a construction company renting concrete formwork systems. Designed a clear layout with structured info and responsive design.
Chem-E Car Club Website
Built a modern, responsive site for the Chem-E Car club to showcase events, team updates, and project goals with simple navigation and clean visuals.
Research
Exploring human-computer interaction and emerging technologies through hands-on research and user-centered design.
HallwAE – AR for Spontaneous Conversations
Research project exploring how augmented reality can support unplanned, social interactions in shared virtual spaces. Using the Meta Quest 3, our team prototypes an AR app that recreates hallway-style conversations. I contributed by running user tests, analyzing behavior, and improving interaction models for fluid and intuitive experiences.
Founder Work
Building brands and digital products from the ground up—blending creative identity, strategic thinking, and hands-on execution.
FNDRS Streetwear Brand
Co-founder of a Russia-based streetwear brand. Led branding, collection design, and photoshoots. Shaped visual identity, name, slogan, and foundational marketing strategy through influencer collabs and styled campaigns.