Kshitij Sodani
@kshitij-sodani
Competitive programmer and researcher-in-training — multi-time IOI medalist (2x gold), founder of Algoplanet, MIT undergraduate interested in foundational machine learning research.
Location
Kota, Rajasthan, India →
Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA (Massachusetts Institute of Technology)
Projects
Ideas brought to life. A look at the products, companies, and creative works built from the ground up, turning concepts into reality.
Algoplanet (Founder)
An educational platform/community focused on competitive programming and algorithmic training; Kshitij is listed as a founder and contributor aiming to help others learn algorithms.
Source: algoplanet.orgFounded (date not specified)
Devpost portfolio (Kshitij-789)
Public portfolio listing projects and hackathon submissions; showcases interests in algorithms, machine learning, and software projects.
Source: devpost.comPortfolio active (dates vary per project)
Trailhead (Devpost project)
A specific hackathon project listed on Devpost where Kshitij is credited as a contributor.
Source: devpost.comProject listing (date on Devpost page)
In the Spotlight
When your work speaks for itself, sometimes others join the conversation. A collection of articles, interviews, and viral content where achievements have been shared.
Recognitions
Formal validation from the top. A showcase of official awards, grants, and government acknowledgements that recognize excellence and extraordinary ability.
International Olympiad in Informatics (IOI) — Gold Medal
Gold medals at IOI in 2023 and 2024 representing India; top international recognition in high-school informatics.
Source: stats.ioinformatics.org2023, 2024
International Olympiad in Informatics (IOI) — Silver and Bronze Medals
Bronze in 2020; Silver in 2021 and 2022 — five-time IOI medalist across multiple years.
Source: stats.ioinformatics.org2020 (Bronze), 2021 (Silver), 2022 (Silver)
Asia-Pacific Informatics Olympiad (APIO) — Gold Medal
Listed as an APIO 2023 gold medalist on Algoplanet team page.
Source: algoplanet.org2023
Codeforces: International Grandmaster
High competitive programming rating and international grandmaster status on Codeforces.
Source: codeforces.comActive (profile displays rank/status)
Youngest gold medallist coverage (media)
Media coverage (Times of India and other outlets) highlighting Kshitij as a notably young IOI gold medallist and high-performing contestant.
Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.comCoverage around 2023
Work Experience
Key roles that defined the journey. A timeline of companies and ventures where Sigil played a critical part in building teams, shipping products, and driving impact.
Founder — Algoplanet
Founder of a competitive-programming education platform/community focused on mentoring and resources for algorithmic problem-solving.
Source: algoplanet.orgFounding date not publicly specified
Project Contributor — Devpost projects (Trailhead and others)
Contributor to hackathon projects and personal portfolio items on Devpost showcasing software and ML/algorithmic work.
Source: devpost.comVarious (see Devpost portfolio)
Membership
Affiliations and memberships in prestigious organizations and communities.
Indian IOI Team Delegate (IOI 2020–2024)
Selected member of India's IOI team across multiple years, representing India at the International Olympiad in Informatics.
Source: stats.ioinformatics.org2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
ICPC North America Qualifier — Participant (NAQ 2025)
Listed as part of a team in the NAQ 2025 contest teams listing (Kattis NAQ page).
Source: naq25.kattis.com2025
Codeforces community — International Grandmaster
High standing in the competitive programming community as reflected by Codeforces rank.
Source: codeforces.comOngoing
Education
Academic foundation and learning journey. Institutions and programs that shaped expertise and knowledge.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
Accepted to and associated with MIT for undergraduate studies in Computer Science (media and community posts list Kshitij as a current MIT student).
Source: youtube.comAccepted for undergraduate studies (Fall 2024 onward per media coverage)
Disha Delphi Public School, Kota
Attended as a school student in Kota, Rajasthan, India; cited in media coverage of IOI achievements.
Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.comUp to 12th standard (as reported in media around 2023)
Socials
Connect and explore. Links to social media profiles and professional networks.
