Hey there! I'm Matt

Data Wrangler

Building tech to make my life easy...

About Me

I'm a passionate data scientist based in San Diego with domain expertise in biosciences, aerial robotics, logistics/operations, and 3D manufacturing. I love building useful real-world tools, with new technologies.

I love learning new things and enjoy having a working knowledge across many different domains. With this, I bring a unique perspective to projects that combines analytical thinking with creative problem-solving.

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Skills & Technologies

Programming Languages

  • Python
  • SQL
  • R
  • Java
  • Data Science

    • Tensorflow
    • Data Visualization (Tableau, Matplotlib, Seaborn, d3)
    • TinyML

    Web Development

    • HTML/CSS
    • React
    • Node.js

    Projects

    Navigate Biopharma HPC Modernization

    Navigate Biopharma HPC Modernization

    Spearheaded the migration of a high-performance computing system to AWS, ensuring smooth transitions with minimal disruption to lab work. Developed a data sync pipeline for 50 TB of lab data and streamlined containerized processes for better efficiency. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and validate a scalable, compliant solution.

    PiSign

    PiSign

    A lightweight, automated signage system built with a Raspberry Pi Zero 2W. It syncs themed image slideshows from Google Drive, updates, and switches content daily. Includes a custom web interface for on-demand overrides like holidays and specials. Built with shell scripts, rclone, and feh, and designed for reliability and flexibility in any environment.

    PiSign

    Airdrop - UAVs@Berkeley

    Led a team of three in designing and building an autonomous RC plane using iNav for GPS waypoint navigation and payload delivery. Integrated FPV and manual override capabilities for reliability during flight tests. Successfully demonstrated autonomous supply drop using a hydroflask payload, simulating real-world use cases like remote search and rescue.

    Resume

    Experience & Education

    Data Analyst (Operations)

    The Loft

    2024 - Present

    • Developed a Python script to automate the vendor ordering process by categorizing items by supplier and sending automated email orders, cutting processing time by 90% and improving order consistency.

    Data Scientist

    Navigate Biopharma Services

    2021 - 2024

    • Developed and maintained several Next Gen Sequencing data pipelines.
    • Guided vital clinical study choices through swift ad-hoc queries, data analysis, and large data set visualizations.

    Masters of Information and Data Science

    University of California, Berkeley

    2020 - 2021

    • 5YMIDS Capstone Project Finalist

    Bachelor of Arts in Data Science

    University of California, Berkeley

    2016 - 2020

    • Decal Program Instructor
    • UAVs@Berkeley President, Team Lead, Bootcamp Instructor

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