I am a data professional with a passion for extracting actionable insights from complex datasets. Currently pursuing an M.S. in Data Science at the University of Houston-Clear Lake, I am actively expanding my expertise in machine learning, data visualization, and the practical applications of Large Language Models (LLMs).
As a former Marine Corps infantryman, I bring a highly disciplined, adaptable, and rigorous approach to problem-solving. I thrive in project-based environments and pride myself on my ability to translate highly technical findings into clear, impactful writing for both academic and business stakeholders.
- Academic Coursework: Deep diving into Advanced Data Visualization, Machine Learning & Data Analysis, and Natural Language Processing.
- Active Project: Developing a Natural Language Processing (NLP) pipeline focused on language revitalization and machine translation for Louisiana Creole (Kouri Vini).
- Upcoming project: Building an LLM from scratch
- Languages: Python, SQL, Swift
- Data Science & ML: Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-Learn, Regression, Classification Modeling
- Visualization: Tableau, Matplotlib, Seaborn, Altair
- Tools & Environment: Git, GitHub, Jupyter Notebooks
| Project | Description | Tech Stack |
|---|---|---|
| MMA Striking Performance Classifier | A machine learning classification model utilizing L1 Regularization to predict UFC fight outcomes based strictly on historical striking differentials. Outperformed a 56.4% naive baseline. | Python, Scikit-Learn, Pandas |
| Dry Beans Classification | An exercise in Discriminant Analysis, KNN, and Gaussian Niave Bayes classification models to predict bean variety. | Python, Scikit-Learn, Seaborn |
| Superstore Retail KPI Dashboard | An interactive BI dashboard analyzing regional sales performance, profitability heatmaps, and dynamic customer segment filtering to drive data-informed decision-making. | Tableau, Data Visualization |
| iOS Calculators & Converters | A demonstration of software development fundamentals, showcasing custom two-value operations, numerical integration, and clean app architecture. | Swift, iOS Development |
When I step away from the keyboard, you can usually find me training martial arts, fishin' for catfish or big reds, or spending time outdoors tending my garden.
📫 Let's Connect: [bobby.professional@protonmail.com]