Darla ValderramaDV
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Darla Valderrama

@darlavalderrama

Detail-oriented data analyst with expertise in Python, SQL, and machine learning.

United States

What I'm looking for

Seeking a role in data analysis or machine learning where I can apply my technical skills to drive data-driven decisions and contribute to innovative projects in a collaborative environment.

I hold a Bachelor of Science in Data Science with a minor in Computer Science from the College of Charleston, equipping me with a strong foundation in both theoretical and practical aspects of data analysis and machine learning.

My professional journey includes roles as a Data Analyst Intern at Buena Ola Capital and the International Foundation for Electoral Systems, where I applied advanced statistical techniques and data visualization to drive strategic decisions. Additionally, I served as a Technical Support Specialist at TD Bank, enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

I am passionate about leveraging data to uncover insights and solve complex problems, with a particular interest in machine learning and cloud technologies. My experience spans projects such as developing an LLM fine-tuning interface, which improved dataset preparation efficiency by 31%.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

QU

Co-developer

Querri

Jan 2024 - Jan 2024 (0 months)

Co-developed a platform for managing training datasets for AI model fine-tuning, reducing preparation time by 31%. Achieved a 20% gain in model training efficiency through extensive work with OpenAI’s models and open-source frameworks.

TB

Technical Support Specialist

TD Bank

Apr 2022 - Sep 2023 (1 year 5 months)

Diagnosed customer issues through root cause analysis and implemented data validation procedures. Delivered multi-channel support, leveraging data to resolve financial transaction issues and increasing customer satisfaction by 23%.

II

Data Analyst Intern

International Foundation for Electoral Systems, IFES

Jun 2021 - Aug 2021 (2 months)

Conducted data analysis using SQL to uncover demographic trends that shaped program strategies. Partnered with task forces to assess data for global diversity initiatives and developed technical documentation to communicate key findings.

BC

Data Analyst Intern

Buena Ola Capital

Jun 2021 - Aug 2021 (2 months)

Led a team project using Python to process data and extract results, employing advanced statistical techniques. Streamlined data preparation pipelines for predictive financial models, boosting model accuracy by 15%. Researched lobbying data and explored correlations with companies’ relative returns using data visualization techniques.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

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College of Charleston

Bachelor of Science, Data Science

Bachelor of Science in Data Science, Minor in Computer Science.

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