Hi, I'mGaurav Chaulagain
Building AI products that turn complexity into clarity
AI-focused Product Manager with 3+ years of experience transforming research-level capabilities into intuitive, high-impact user experiences. I build 0→1 products, drive cross-functional execution, and measure what truly reflects value — not vanity.
About Me
Over the past 3+ years, I’ve built AI-powered assistants, scaled enterprise web platforms, and delivered workflow and reliability systems used across 18+ business environments. My work includes launching a 0→1 AI styling assistant in 11 weeks, improving task success by 28%, reducing workflow cycle time by 41%, and cutting deployment time by 87% through reliability automation.
Currently completing my Master’s in Computer Science (graduating Dec 2025). I received the 'Best Use of Claude' award at Cal Hacks 12.0 for building an AI-driven eldercare companion focused on reasoning, safety, and trust. Outside of work, I mentor students in product and engineering and explore Oakland’s coffee scene.
How I Think About Products
Four principles shaped by real outcomes from the products I've built
Start with the behavior, not the feature
Users rarely ask for features — they reveal patterns.
The job of a PM is to uncover the behavior underneath the request.
Real Example
When early users struggled with the AI styling assistant, the issue wasn't the model.
The issue was trust.
Designing fit rationales + confidence indicators improved task success by 28% and clarified how users interpreted AI outputs.
Key Principle
Solve the behavioral root cause, and features become obvious.
Reduce complexity until the product is inevitable
Complex systems are easy to build.
Simple systems that feel "obvious" to users are hard.
Real Example
A CMS workflow that spanned multiple teams took 8+ seconds to load, causing high drop-off and content bottlenecks.
By simplifying execution paths and improving performance to 2.5s, bounce rates dropped 22% and organic traffic rose 39%.
Key Principle
If users pause to think "what now?", the product isn't finished yet.
Measure what matters — not what is shiny
I avoid vanity metrics.
Instead, I focus on indicators that reflect user trust, workflow efficiency, reliability, and repeat behavior.
Real Example
Instead of tracking "clicks," I tracked:
- time to first successful task
- recovery from AI misinterpretations
- early-cohort retention after first 5 interactions
These signals shaped the roadmap more accurately than surface-level engagement.
Key Principle
Good metrics predict behavior; great metrics change the roadmap.
Build fast enough to learn, slow enough to be right
Speed matters — but only when paired with clarity and reliability.
Real Example
I shipped a 0→1 AI assistant MVP in 11 weeks, but paired the velocity with:
- evaluation frameworks
- transparent UX surfaces
- automated monitoring
- structured experimentation
This allowed the team to learn fast without compromising quality.
Key Principle
Momentum is a feature — but reliability is the requirement.
Experience
Lead Product Manager — AI Experiences
fAIshion Inc.
Led product strategy and delivery for a 0→1 AI-powered personal styling assistant. Translated research-level model outputs into clear, trustworthy user experiences and a scalable product foundation.
Key Impact
Senior Product Manager — SaaS Productivity & Systems
WP Creative
Led product strategy for a multi-site CMS ecosystem used by 11+ cross-functional teams. Improved data visibility, delivery speed, and operational consistency across 18 enterprise properties.
Key Impact
Product Manager — Workflow Intelligence
WP Creative
Supported cross-team workflow execution, implementing frameworks and automations that improved reliability and reduced operational friction.
Key Impact
Associate Product Manager — Automation & Reliability
Hazesoft
Focused on improving the reliability and operational quality of enterprise cloud deployments through automation, observability, and structured process improvements.
Key Impact
Product Management Intern
Hazesoft
Worked with engineers to document operational workflows and analyze recurring system failures, contributing to the early automation roadmap.
Key Impact
Featured Case Studies
Real product challenges, measurable impact, and lessons learned from building products that matter
Education
Master of Science in Computer Science
San Francisco Bay University
Machine Learning, AI, Software Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
St. Xavier's College
Computer Science, Software Development
Featured Projects
Personal projects showcasing my technical skills and passion for innovation
ELDA.AI
Winner of Cal Hacks 12.0 - Best Use of Claude by Anthropic
An AI-powered eldercare assistant designed to help seniors with daily tasks, medication reminders, and companionship. Built in 36 hours during Cal Hacks 12.0 at UC Berkeley.
BridgeChild
Full-Stack Education Platform - Master's Capstone Project
A comprehensive education technology platform connecting K-12 students with mentors and tutors. Includes features for scheduling, video conferencing, progress tracking, and payment processing.
FitTrack Analytics
Machine Learning Health Data Analysis Platform
A machine learning platform that analyzes Fitbit health data to provide personalized insights on activity patterns, sleep quality, and health recommendations.
Achievements & Recognition
Continuous learning and community leadership
Hackathons & Awards
October 2024
Cal Hacks 12.0
UC Berkeley
Built ELDA.AI, an AI-powered eldercare assistant using Claude API
Winner - Best Use of Claude by Anthropic
December 2022
FR. MARSHALL D. MORAN, S.J. MEMORIAL AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN ACADEMICS
St. Xavier's College
Recognized for outstanding academic excellence and consistent high performance throughout the academic year
Memorial Award for Academic Excellence
April 2022
LSRA Research Student Cycle III
St. Xavier's College, Research Team
Selected as a research student for the LSRA Research program, contributing to advanced research initiatives
LSRA Research Student
2020
Winner of "Rising Student ICT Awards 2020"
ICT Award 2020 - I C Tech Media Pvt. Ltd.
Awarded for outstanding achievement and innovation in Information and Communication Technology
Rising Student ICT Award Winner
Professional Certifications
4 CertificationsGoogle Project Management Certificate
Google (Coursera)
2024
Comprehensive certification covering project management fundamentals, Agile methodologies, and practical PM tools
Google Cloud Digital Leader Certification
Google Cloud
2024
Certification demonstrating understanding of cloud concepts, Google Cloud products, and digital transformation
AI for Product Management
Credly
2024
Specialized certification focused on managing AI/ML products, understanding AI capabilities, and ethical AI development
Agile Project Management
Coursera
2024
Professional certificate covering agile methodologies, sprint planning, and iterative product development
Leadership & Community
2024 - Present
Founder of SFBU Computer Club (Build & Break)
San Francisco Bay University
Founded and lead a computer science club focused on hands-on projects, hackathons, and technical skill development
2024 - Present
Chief Strategy Officer - Entrepreneurship Club
San Francisco Bay University
Lead strategic initiatives for the entrepreneurship club, organizing events, workshops, and networking opportunities for aspiring entrepreneurs
Let's Work Together
Open to Product Manager, AI Product Manager, and Technical PM roles
gauravchaulagain0@gmail.com
Phone
925-860-9912
Location
Oakland, California, USA
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