Nicholas Gachahi
Data Science Analyst
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adxj36@r.postjobfree.com
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Raleigh, NC
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CAREER OBJECTIVE
Highly motivated and detail-oriented Master's graduate in Data Science seeking an entry-level position in the field of data science. Strong analytical skills, proficiency in data analysis and statistical modeling, and a passion for leveraging data to drive informed decision-making. Eager to apply academic knowledge and collaborate with a dynamic team to solve complex problems and contribute to the advancement of data-driven initiatives.
EXPERIENCE
SR SOFTWARE ENGINEER - FRONT END WEB TEAM LEAD
Delaware Department Of Technology And Information, Dover, DE, March 2015-Present
Angular: Designed and implemented UI applications within an Angular framework, contributing to the development of various features including user authentication, data visualization, and database integration
Improved application performance by optimizing code and reducing load times
Migrated code to production, provided production support, and contributed to enhancements
HTML, JavaScript, CSS: Utilized HTML, JavaScript, and CSS to create interactive and responsive UI screens
Vue.js and Component/CSS libraries: Implemented Vue.js and utilized component and CSS libraries such as Tailwind and Material Design
Adobe XD and Figma: Supported enhancements to UI screen wireframes in Adobe XD and/or Figma
Git: Utilized Git for version control and collaborative development for 7 years
Web Accessibility: Ensured web applications adhere to accessibility standards for improved user experience
NPM, Node, Gulp: Utilized NPM, Node, and Gulp for package management and task automation.
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FRONT-END WEB DEVELOPER, Dover
Delaware Department Of Transportation, December 2012-February 2015
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HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and jQuery: Designed, developed, and maintained responsive web applications using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and jQuery
Developed an interactive map for the Department's website that allows users to search for live road conditions and data
Mobile Interface and Landing Page: Created mockups and wireframes for mobile interfaces and landing pages.
Documented requirement specifications to formalize into features and user stories.
Interfaced with third-party web service providers to facilitate applications.
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FRONT-END WEB DEVELOPER, Wilmington, DE
Barclaycard US, January 2012-December 2012
HTML5 and CSS3: Created multiple visual elements for various web applications by translating UI/UX design wireframes into code, producing high-quality markup using HTML5 and CSS3
JavaScript: Created JavaScript code to develop the visual elements
Agile Development: Worked closely with an agile team of over 10 members and provided end-to-end solutions for the business unit's clients
Code Improvement: Analyzed current code and industry developments to formulate improvements and increase efficiency.
Translated flat design files to clean, accessible and interactive user experiences.
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EDUCATION
MASTERS IN DATA SCIENCE, US, US
Data Science School, May 2023
Relevant Coursework
Data Analysis and Visualization, Statistical Methods for Data Science, Machine Learning and Predictive Analytics, Big Data Analytics, Databases
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BACHELOR'S DEGREE IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY CONC, WEB DEVELOPMENT, NH
Southern New Hampshire University, January 2018
SKILLS
Programming: Proficient in Python and R programming languages for data manipulation, visualization, and building predictive models.
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Database Management: Knowledge of database systems and SQL for data retrieval, querying, and data manipulation.
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Data Visualization: Experience in creating compelling visualizations and dashboards using tools such as Tableau, Matplotlib, and ggplot.
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Statistical Modeling: Solid understanding of statistical concepts and techniques for predictive modeling, hypothesis testing, and regression analysis.
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Data Analysis: Proficient in analyzing complex datasets, cleaning and preprocessing data, and deriving meaningful insights through exploratory data analysis.
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Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to present complex data findings in a clear and concise manner.
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SQL (MySQL, PostgreSQL)
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JavaScript
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React (NextJS)
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Vue.js
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Angular
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Material Design
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CSS3 (SASS / LESS)
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Tailwind
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Bootstrap
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WordPress
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Web Accessibility
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JQuery
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PHP
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Git
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Photoshop / Adobe XD / Figma
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Drupal
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NPM
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Node
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Gulp
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CERTIFICATIONS
Scrum Master