An Assistant Professor in the field of Computer Science Engineering, Shruti B. Hiregoudar has 7 years of experience as the Incubation Center Manager for NAIN scheme under the Government of Karnataka, focusing on empowering students and promoting entrepreneurial initiatives.Her academic qualifications include a Master of Technology (M.Tech) and a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Computer Science Engineering. She has 1 year of industrial experience as a Software Quality Assurance Analyst and 2 years of teaching experience.

She has made significant contributions to research with one national and two international paper publications, and her innovative ideas have been recognized in initiatives such as Toyathon and the Smart India Hackathon.Her areas of expertise include Software Engineering, Database Management Systems (DBMS), Operating Systems, Cloud Computing, Web Technology, Java, Selenium, API Testing .Well-versed with tools like Jeera, PowerBI, Postman,Oracle, Canva. In addition to her academic roles, she has delivered numerous guest lectures on entrepreneurship and idea pitching. She has organized several state-level hackathons, pre-hackathons, and various ideation programs designed to inspire students. Her active participation in entrepreneurship-related events, such as the Bengaluru Tech Summit and the K-Innovation Ecosystem, underscores her dedication to the field.To continually enhance her expertise, she engages in Faculty Development Programs (FDPs), workshops, and webinars. Her primary goal is to motivate students toward innovation and provide them with opportunities for industrial exploration, equipping them with the skills necessary to thrive in today’s dynamic technological landscape.