Chat Transcript from Data Science Office Hours 10

November 22nd, 2020
By Harpreet Sahota

The Hero's Journey | T. Scott Clendaniel on The Artists of Data Science Podcast

August 23rd, 2020
By Harpreet Sahota
analytics, big data, data, data science, lean analytics, machine learning

Overcoming Imposter Syndrome | Paul McLachlan, PhD on The Artists of Data Science Podcast

August 23rd, 2020
By Harpreet Sahota
agile, analytics, data science, ericsson, lean analytics, machine learning, scrum

Flash Statistics | Marco Andreoni on The Artists of Data Science Podcast

August 23rd, 2020
By Harpreet Sahota
agile, analytics, data science, lean analytics, machine learning, scrum

Data Science Double Bam | Joshua Starmer, PhD on The Artists of Data Science

August 23rd, 2020
By Harpreet Sahota
data science, joshua starmer, machine learning, statquest

The Infinite Retina | Irena Cronin on The Artists of Data Science Podcast

August 22nd, 2020
By Harpreet Sahota
agile, analytics, data science, latinasintech, lean analytics, machine learning, mock interview, scrum, womeinintech, womeninstem

On this episode of The Artists of Data Science, we get a chance to hear from Irena Cronin, the co-author of “The Infinite Retina”. She currently serves as CEO of Infinite Retina, an organization which provides research and business strategy to help companies succeed in spatial computing.

She gives insight into what sparked her interest into spatial computing, how she sees spatial computing influencing our world, and the potential data problems that will result from more spatial computing technology.

Irena shares with us what led her from leaving her career as an equity research analyst on Wall Street to working with AR/VR and other spatial computing tech.

This episode is packed with interesting insights in our future, and I believe anyone listening will have something to ponder on!

Some notable segments from the show

[8:15] Some concerns with spatial computing
[11:10] What makes us human, and how it related to spatial computing
[17:20] The four technical paradigm shifts
[28:56] How spatial computing and autonomous vehicles will shape our future
[43:12] Advice for women that want to break into tech

The Legend of Jeff Jonas | Jeff Jonas on The Artists of Data Science Podcast

August 22nd, 2020
By Harpreet Sahota
agile, analytics, data science, lean analytics, machine learning, scrum

On this episode of The Artists of Data Science, we get a chance to hear from Jeff Jonas, a data scientist who, for over three decades, has been at the forefront of solving complex big data problems for companies and governments.
His software has helped casinos identify fraud, increased voter registration, protected Singapore’s waterways from piracy, and even predicted possible collisions between 600,000 asteroids over 25 years.
Jeff shares with us his journey from creating word processors in high school to being able to sell one of his companies to IBM, along with being one of three people to complete every Ironman triathlon in the global circuit.
This episode is packed with advice, wisdom, and tips that will motivate you!
Some notable segments from the show
[10:27] Jeff’s journey from high school dropout and bankruptcy to finding success
[17:24] Advice on taking entrepreneurial action
[23:04] The importance of curiosity and creativity
[24:42] How Jeff began his Ironman triathlon journey
[31:44] Advice for people trying to break into the data science field

Level Up Your Leadership | Pooja Sund on The Artists of Data Science

August 22nd, 2020
By Harpreet Sahota
agile, analytics, data science, lean analytics, machine learning, mock interview, scrum, womeinintech, womeninstem

On this episode of The Artists of Data Science, we get a chance to hear from Pooja Sund, a technology leader who has over two decades of global technology and financial experience delivering business and organizational impact across a variety of roles.

Her contributions and expertise have led her to be a powerful leader and energizer, and she currently serves as the Director of Technology and Analytics at Microsoft. She gives insight into her journey into working for Microsoft, her tips to becoming more self-aware, and how she energizes her teams.

Pooja shares with us his powerful journey from switching career paths and landing her dream job at Microsoft. This episode is packed with advice, wisdom, and tips about cultivating a growth mindset. It was a great honor interviewing Pooja!

Some notable segments from the show

[8:57] Leadership skills that you aren’t taught in school

[10:29] What Pooja looks for in data scientists

[17:38] How to ask yourself the right questions to cultivate a growth mindset

[24:32] How to develop self-awareness to know what tools you have

[27:31] Advice for women in tech

Don’t Be Afraid To Build Your Brand | Srivatsan Srinivasan on The Artists of Data Science podcast

August 2nd, 2020
By Harpreet Sahota
analytics, big data, data, data science, lean analytics, machine learning

On this episode of The Artists of Data Science, we get a chance to hear from Srivatsan Srinivasan, a data scientist who has nearly two decades of applying his intense passion for building data driven products.
He’s a strong leader who effectively motivates, mentors, and directs others, and has served as a trusted advisor to senior level executives. He gives insight into how he broke into the data science field, the importance of focusing on business outcomes,, and some important soft skills.
Srivatsan shares with us his tips on how to navigate crazy job descriptions, as well as his methods for communicating with executives. This episode contains actionable advice from someone who has been working with data since the beginning!
Some notable segments from the show
[5:25] Srivatsan discusses his inspiration for sharing knowledge on social media
[10:26] What it means to be a good leader in data science
[11:45] How to productionize a model
[17:54] How to navigate difficult job descriptions
[20:33] Tips on communicating with executives

How to Whisper to Data (and Executives) | Scott Taylor on The Artists of Data Science Podcast

August 2nd, 2020
By Harpreet Sahota
analytics, big data, data, data management, data science, lean analytics, machine learning, master data

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On this episode of The Artists of Data Science, we get a chance to hear from Scott Taylor, also known as the “Data Whisperer.”

He has spread the gospel of digital transformation through public speaking engagements, blogs, videos, white papers, podcasts, puppet shows, cartoons and all forms of verbal and written communications. He has also helped organizations, such as Microsoft and Nielsen, comb through and organize their data for meaningful use.

Scott shares his “eight ‘ates of master data”, a set of rules to engage with master data in a meaningful way. He also goes over his tips for communicating with executives, along with important soft skills that are being overlooked by data scientists.

Scott is very articulate, and his passion for data and teaching are definitely evident in this episode!

Some notable segments from the show:
[10:08] What separates great data scientists from good ones

[11:32] The “eight ‘ates of master data” defined and explained

[17:04] How to communicate effectively with executives

[23:40] The biggest data blunder Scott has seen in the past year

[28:14] Important soft skills that data scientists need to develop

[29:54] Words of encouragement for those trying to break into data science