In this special Season 3 recap of Carpe Datum , we revisit 12 inspiring conversations with women who are shaping the future of data science. From AI innovation and healthcare analytics to digital storytelling, career reinvention, and advocacy in STEM, each guest brought unique insights and impact. Join us as we celebrate their journeys and reflect on the powerful themes of growth, mentorship, and making data meaningful.
Building Professional Relationships : Insights into how Maheen has built strong professional connections, leading to numerous recommendations on LinkedIn, and tips for fostering meaningful professional relationships. Volunteering in Data Science : Advice for data professionals on leveraging their AI/ML expertise in volunteer work, making a meaningful impact, and transitioning into the volunteer space effectively. Navigating Challenges in Healthcare Data : Lessons learned from working on statisti...
Balancing Multiple Projects: Discusses strategies for managing excitement and challenges in multiple tech initiatives. Importance of Digital Presence: Emphasizes the value of having an interactive portfolio and advice on building one. Excelling in Academics and Tech: Tips on staying focused and motivated while balancing a demanding academic schedule with tech fellowships. Diverse Internship Experiences: Insights on how various internships have shaped perspectives on the tech industry. Website: h...
- Statistics in Community Services and Education : Discuss the application of statistical principles in optimizing local garden projects, enhancing public health initiatives, and improving educational programs at universities like UC Berkeley. - Statistics and Personal Growth : Explore how statistical methods can offer insights into personal growth stories, such as those discussed in Soyoung’s Medium articles on career transitions. - Data-Driven Business Strategy : Review how Soyoung’s experienc...
Data Storytelling and Practical Advice : Maggie discusses how she uses storytelling in her newsletter to inspire and support aspiring data professionals and shares a project that significantly impacted her approach. Impact of Volunteer Work : Maggie reflects on her roles as a WiDS Ambassador, Mentorship Organizer at Data Angels, and Social Media Manager for MeasureCamp Chicago, and the rewards of supporting young women in data science. Balancing Technical and User Experience : Maggie describes h...
Use of Newsletters : Discuss how following the newsletters ‘Hiring For Tech’ and ‘Artificial Intelligence’ has influenced Riya's approach to data science projects and interview preparation. Returning to Microsoft : Explore Riya’s experience taking a break from Microsoft to go back to school, how it changed her perspective, and the new skills or lessons she brought back. Speaking Engagements: Share insights from Riya’s recent speaking engagements, including her experiences at the Women in Data Sc...
Research Impact: Insights into Vaibhava's research on knowledge graphs, machine intelligence, IoT, and stock price forecasting, including challenges and rewards in transforming research into publications. Community Engagement: Experiences and impact of roles as an ambassador for Women in Data Science, Pie and AI, and Adobe, and strategies for balancing tech education promotion with community connections. Integration of Skills: How diverse coursework in machine learning, NLP, data manipulation, a...
Computational Humor and Context : Role of context in pun interpretation by language models and the impact of language ambiguity on pun recognition. Irony Detection in Tweets : Distinguishing types of irony (e.g., sarcasm) in tweets and the challenges of detecting irony in short, informal texts. AI in Enterprise Solutions : Evolution of AI and Machine Learning roles in enterprise solutions over the years based on Madiha's career progression. Inclusive Learning Environments : Influence of experien...
In celebration of International Women's Day, this special episode brings together influential women leading the charge in Data Science and AI. Hosted by WiDS TT and WiDS San Jose Youth, join us for a compelling fireside chat featuring women trailblazers sharing their insights on navigating and excelling in these dynamic fields. Tune in as our guests discuss: - actionable strategies for breaking into Data Science and AI - explore valuable resources like mentorship programs - online courses and co...
Inclusion Impact: A story of how Malvika’s efforts in promoting inclusion made a difference, and trends or innovations in urban data systems likely to impact city planning and development. ChatGPT in Data Analysis: Techniques for using ChatGPT to summarize large datasets or lengthy text, common pitfalls, and the limitations of LLMs in transforming data formats. Leadership Development: Influence of past leadership roles (football captain, event coordinator) on Malvika’s approach to leading projec...
Diverse Background and Leadership : Impact of university roles and extracurricular activities on managing technical projects. Engaging Different Age Groups : Tailoring complex STEM ideas for various audiences, combining experiences as a team manager and council member. Women in STEM Podcast : Inspiration behind the podcast, evolution of the vision, and surprising insights from high-profile interviews. Challenges in Digital Solutions : Experiences optimizing Tanzu Kubernetes solutions for scalabi...
Transition from Corporate to Academic Setting: Navigating the shift from Wells Fargo to Cornell and the transferable skills. Diverse Data Projects: Insights from analyzing data in mental health, gaming, and accessibility, and lessons learned. Writing for Reinvented Magazine: Trending tech topics and their influence on marketing data analysis at Cornell. Handling Unemployment: Staying motivated during unemployment through blogging, coding, and certifications, with advice for others....
STEM Education Impact: Lydia's experience as an MIT instructor in Barcelona. The transformative power of STEM education in communities. Advice for young women exploring tech and data science. Interdisciplinary Research: Lydia’s research on the connection between music, animals, and human well-being. Encouragement for high school students to explore interdisciplinary research. ML Summer Analyst Success: Lydia’s approach to saving 1,000 hours and increasing bids by $100 million. Key skills and min...
Journey in Engineering: Discussion of Maheen's path to becoming a gold medalist in engineering, her involvement in Young Inventor programs, and how these experiences shaped her career. Diverse Experiences in STEM: Exploration of Maheen’s roles as a science demonstrator, ambassador for Women in Data Science, Women Engineers, and her involvement in initiatives like Coke Studio. Current Role and Future Goals: Insights into Maheen’s current role as a SMART trainee at ANDRITZ Pulp and Paper, her next...
It's been an incredible year, and we're just getting started! In this special anniversary episode, we'll share the key lessons we've learned about the power of consistency and focused effort. We'll also discuss our plans for the future, including more interactive elements. Get ready to be inspired and take the next step in your data science journey.
In this special season finale, we'll recap the highlights, share our biggest takeaways, and express our gratitude to all the amazing women who've joined us. Whether you're a seasoned data professional or just starting out, this episode is for you.
The STEM Stitch, a non-profit Katie founded, aims to provide STEM resources to students in rural areas. Intersection of computer science and domestic violence advocacy Importance of STEM education in rural communities Youth empowerment and community service Balancing passion projects with academic pursuits
Transitioning to Tech : The Data Science Bootcamp she took and Data Science Portfolio Overcoming Burnout: Acknowledge burnout, take breaks, reassess goals, and seek support. Data Science Projects: WWPS: Used NLP to analyze presidential speeches and Airbnb Superhost - analyzed data to identify factors influencing Superhost status
Online Learning - Align courses with goals, bridge theory & practice, be consistent & participate. Udacity Nanodegree - Demanding & rewarding, online flexibility + structured learning. Soft Skills for Data - Soft skills connect data to results (communication & empathy). Leader vs. Follower - Value in both! Lead = vision, Follow = mentorship & growth. AI & Data Science for K-12 - Real-world applications, engaging activities to spark curiosity. Reading, Writing & Dreams...
Joy is a client-facing AI Engineer at IBM using generative AI for customer service, content generation, etc. She transitioned from data scientist (traditional machine learning) to AI Engineer (generative AI). Her internship at IBM led to a full-time role. As an account manager, she supported data center expansion projects. At BMW, she built a predictive model for customer purchasing behavior. Outside of work, she enjoys hobbies like pilates and ceramics to prevent burnout....
Data Science Career: Climbed the ladder from intern to senior data scientist at Intuit AI, designing models for various uses. Enjoys continuous learning and driving positive outcomes with data. Ph.D. in CS: Overcame challenges to earn a Ph.D. in a field with low female representation. Passionate about diversity and inclusion in tech. Deep Learning for Computer Vision: Explained the process and its applications in healthcare, transportation, security, etc. Mentoring & Teaching: Advocated for ...
Psychology & Research: Holds degrees in Psychology and Criminology, with research experience in eating habits, social media addiction, and translating data into actionable insights. Freelance Researcher: Currently works as a freelance researcher with interests in health, clinical, and sport psychology. Volunteer Work: Actively volunteers for organizations related to psychology and youth development. Women in Data Science: Co-ambassador for Trinidad and Tobago, promoting data science among wo...
Research Focus: Utilizes machine learning with electronic health records to create decision support tools in psychiatry. Background: Holds a B.Sc. in Biology and Psychology, transitioned to a Ph.D. in Computational Psychiatry. Won 1st place in a National Big Data Competition. Academic Achievements: Her 29 awards, including academic, research, presentation, leadership, and graduate awards. Maintains a 4.0 GPA. Research Expertise: Publishes papers in machine learning and healthcare research...
Career Path: Business Intelligence Developer -> Data Engineer at a pizza chain Passion: Using data to improve public health and social well-being Skills: Data analysis, ETL design, data warehousing best practices Research: Published paper on maternal stress and child sleep, ensured data accuracy for social science research Data Ethics: Committed to maintaining data integrity and privacy, especially for health data Project Management: Experience supporting researchers with health and minority ...
Blogging: Process behind the 60+ posts Fighting Fraud with AI: A deep dive into using neural networks to verify your signature. Balancing school, work, and projects for academic success Uncovering the root cause of business problems. How early roles fueled data career. Climbing the Ladder at CIBC: A journey from intern to Data Quality Analyst....
Career Shift: Transitioning from Data Scientist to Solutions Architect at Databricks. Solutions Architect Role: Designing and implementing data-driven solutions for complex healthcare challenges. Data Science Expertise: Leveraging prior experience to build a strong foundation in the new role. Specialization: Focusing on the Healthcare and Life Sciences sector, building on experience at Hitachi Solutions...
Introduction to Data Science: How each discovered their passion for the field. Friendship Dynamics: Insights into their friendship, any rivalry, and lessons learned from each other. Women in Data Science Conference: Experiences and key takeaways. Conference Experiences: Monishka's first-time attendance and Aditi's participation in EY and PWC conferences. Future Plans: Aspirations in the data science field. Advice for Aspiring Data Scientists: Graduation speech-style advice for high schoolers ent...
WiDS Conference Project: Exploring power outage prediction to maintain food safety in cold storage. Path into Data Science: Journey from environmental engineering to energy engineering and data science. Challenges in Engineering & CS: Debunking myths and sharing personal experiences. EV Charger Project: A blend of electrical engineering, computer science, and data optimization. Day in the Life: Insights into coding, research, planning, and meetings. Extracurricular Activities: Balancing a de...
This episode is a celebratory season finale of Carpe Datum! We revisit the incredible journeys of 12 ohenimnal women who joined us throughout the season. Each guest shared their unique path to data science, from internships at Google and Amazon to groundbreaking research projects at NASA and MIT.
Sustainable Investments: Definition and Utilization of Data Science for Customer Decisions Involvement with Women in Data Science: Organizing Mentorship Programs and Events Personal Experience with Women in Data Science Conference: Insights and Suggestions for Entry into the Field Journey in Data Science: Shift from Teaching to Data Science, Support for Women in the Field Advice for Beginners in Data Science and Favorite Aspects of the Field Role in Oppioo: Utilizing Data Science and AI for Canc...
