Alisha Ukani, a talented computer scientist and researcher, has made a name for herself in the industry for her innovative work in systems and security. She is a current doctoral student studying Computer Science and Engineering at UC San Diego, where she conducts research on building new systems that are both secure and performant.

Ukani graduated with honors and cum laude from Harvard University, where she worked on research projects, served as a Teaching Fellow for the introductory systems programming class, and gained extensive knowledge in systems programming. Throughout her career, she has held positions at top-tier companies, including Google and Slack. Through her work, she has experience managing core infrastructure to improve scalability, security, and code readability.

In addition to her impressive industry experience, Ukani has a strong interest in civic tech and tech policy. She has previously served as a member of the City of Cambridge's Open Data Review Board and has expertise in areas ranging from operating systems to open data to distributed systems. With her unique combination of skills and interests, Ukani is a rising star in the field of computer science.