AI Powered Food Waste Reduction

LeftoSense uses advanced AI and computer vision to assess food freshness, helping you make informed decisions and reduce food waste.

AI-Powered Scanning

Advanced CNN models analyze produce quality and analyzes visible characteristics associated with freshness and potential spoilage.

Reduce Waste

Make more informed decisions about food freshness and usage and extend the life of your produce.

Community Impact

Find donation centers and contribute to reducing food insecurity in your area.

About the Creator

Saumit Pathak

High School Student | Silver Creek High School, San Jose, CA

Saumit Pathak is a passionate high school student from Silver Creek High School in San Jose, California, driven by a deep commitment to addressing food waste and helping his community through innovative technology.

His love for food and concern about the global food waste crisis inspired him to combine his interests in artificial intelligence and computer science to create LeftoSense. This AI-powered solution helps individuals and families make informed decisions about food freshness, ultimately reducing waste and supporting local food banks.

Through LeftoSense, Saumit aims to empower communities with technology that makes a real difference, demonstrating how young innovators can tackle critical environmental and social challenges with creativity and technical expertise.

Media & Recognition

LeftoSense Wins 1st Place at the NFTE West Regional Showcase

LeftoSense won 1st place at the 2026 NFTE West Regional Showcase, recognized as the top youth entrepreneurship venture in the western region and advancing to the national competition in November 2026 in New York City.

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Saumit Pathak receiving Congressional App Challenge award from Rep. Jimmy Panetta

Saumit Pathak presenting LeftoSense at the Congressional App Challenge showcase

2025 Congressional App Challenge Winner

LeftoSense won first place in the 2025 Congressional App Challenge for California's 19th District, earning recognition from Rep. Jimmy Panetta and an invitation to the #HouseofCode Event in Washington D.C.

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