Francis Gikaru

Francis Gikaru

Data Scientist @ Nendo | Uncovering patterns, driving innovation

3 yrs experience · Nairobi, Kenya · <10 hrs/week

About

As a Data Scientist at Nendo, I leverage data to drive innovative solutions for complex business challenges. I use machine learning and advanced analytics to turn big data into actionable insights, and data engineering and data mining to uncover hidden patterns and trends. I also apply my skills in UI and UX design to create engaging and user-friendly interfaces that communicate data effectively. My passion for data science stems from my education background in business and data science. I graduated from Moringa School with a certificate in Data Science in Feb 2022, where I learned how to use Python, R, TensorFlow, GPT4, and PyTorch for data analysis and machine learning. I also hold a degree in International Business Management from KCA University, where I gained a solid understanding of business concepts and strategies. I am always eager to learn new skills and technologies in the ever-evolving fields of data and design.

Skills

Data AnalysisData ScienceData VisualizationMarketing AnalyticsTableau

Experience

  • Data Scientist · Nendo10-01-2023

    As a Data Scientist, I unveil hidden patterns within data, harness machine learning, and drive innovative solutions to complex business challenges. I delve into predictive modeling and advanced analytics, turning big data into actionable insights. Through data engineering and continuous learning, I aim to propel data-driven decision-making across the organization. My toolkit includes Python, R, TensorFlow, GPT4, and PyTorch.

  • Data Analyst · Nendo08-01-2022

    As a data analyst at Nendo, I gather and analyze data to inform marketing strategies and help clients make informed business decisions. I utilize statistical tools and data mining techniques to uncover insights, conduct research, and understand consumer sentiments. My work involves creating visual representations to communicate complex data simply, enabling data-driven decisions and optimizing marketing strategies.

  • Junior Data Scientist · Afroscope Consulting06-01-2022 – 09-01-2022

    At Afroscope Consulting, I applied expertise in data mining, data wrangling, and machine learning to analyze political and social data. I extracted insights to understand factors affecting citizens and the economy, performed sentiment analysis, and created visualizations for data-driven decision-making.

  • Data Scientist · iNeuron.ai01-01-2021 – 05-01-2022

    During my internship at iNeuron.ai, I gained hands-on experience in data science projects, working on data cleaning, exploratory data analysis, and building predictive models. I expanded my skills in machine learning algorithms and data visualization techniques, actively contributing to team projects.

  • Strategic Planning · Mohawk Kombucha09-01-2017 – 04-01-2020

    As a strategic planning intern at Mohawk Kombucha, I collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize marketing operations. I conducted market research, analyzed consumer trends, and contributed to strategic decision-making processes, increasing brand visibility and customer engagement.

Education

  • Moringa SchoolData science
  • KCA UniversityInternational Business Management, Business
  • United States International University - Africa

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