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I began my data science journey in 2019 when I was first introduced to R during my statistics lecture. My curiosity was sparked and soon I began self-teaching R. Soon after, I taught myself Python. That was just the start.
Today, I am a couple years into my career and still as curious and hungry as ever.
I'm a quick learner with experience in many areas such as Statistical Analysis, Cloud Computing, ETL, Machine Learning Modeling, Signal Processing, Distributed Computing, and Research.
Please feel free to check out my resume and an overview of my career as a data scientist below.
Today, I am a couple years into my career and still as curious and hungry as ever.
I'm a quick learner with experience in many areas such as Statistical Analysis, Cloud Computing, ETL, Machine Learning Modeling, Signal Processing, Distributed Computing, and Research.
Please feel free to check out my resume and an overview of my career as a data scientist below.
Serena as a Data Scientist
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If you ever wondered "Who is Serena as a Data Scientist?", then this section is for you.
Tech Stack
- Programming: Python, R, Matlab, MySQL, C++
- Packages: Pytorch, Tensorflow, Scikit-Learn, Dask, PySpark
- Tools: Docker, Git/Github, GCP, Angular
- MLOps: ClearML, MLFlow
- Machine Learning: Contrastive Learning, Reinforcement Learning, One-shot learning
- Distributed Computing: Dask, Coiled, Apache Spark
- Data Engineering: Apache Airflow, Apache Spark
- Analysis: Time Series, Econometric, Bayesian, Signal Processing
Interests & Passions
- I have a very strong interest in innovation and engineering solutions, so naturally I am very interested in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. Read more on my interest in ML/AI here.
- Additionally with my background in econometrics, I enjoy analyzing the world in a "bigger picture" perspective by asking difficult questions.
- Learning is one of my biggest passions- I live for the feeling of my worldview completely changing with new information. With every nuance, I aim to understand the world around me to an even greater extent.
- On the more personal side, I enjoy watching and analyzing basketball (Go Clippers!), optimizing my skincare routine, and playing various video games (see the pokeball toggle and slowpoke above).
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Education
- Master of Data Science, University of California, Irvine Dec 2024
- B.A. Quantitative Economics , University of California, Irvine Jun 2022
Experience
Electronic Warfare Associates (EWA), Herndon, VA [Remote]
- AI/ ML Scientist II (April 2025 - Sep 2025)
- AI/ ML Scientist I (Jul 2023 - April 2025)
- R&D Intern, Artificial Intelligence/ Machine Learning (Jun 2022 - Jul 2023)
Leadership
University of California, Irvine
- MDS Program Ambassador, Donald Bren School of Information and Computer Science: Act as an advocate for the MDS program in the Donald Bren School of Information and Computer Sciences. Aim to solidify program systems, activities, and standards by understanding the needs of the diverse student body. (2023-2024)
- Co-Founder & Vice President, The Futurist Society at UCI: Compiled research for weekly discussions on the latest technological innovations. Led insightful debates on topics such as Quantum Computing, Circular Economies, and the Dyson Sphere.(2020-2022)
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