
Thuis College
@thuiscollege
Data scientist and machine learning engineer who achieved 96% accuracy predicting jumping horse performance.
What I'm looking for
At Voldt / Thom de Koff, I developed a LightGBM model to predict jumping horse performance, achieving 96% accuracy and precision six times the relative frequency. I planned the project using CRISP-ML and analyzed the data with Pandas.
At Data Society, I instructed Nationale Nederlanden managers on AI and data governance as part of their AI transformation. I’ve also developed machine learning models for Kaggle competitions, created educational courses and content, and worked on 3G network technology at Nokia Networks.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Online Instructor about AI and Data Governance
Data Society
Jan 2025 - Jan 2026 (1 year)
Provided online instruction for managers at Nationale Nederlanden on AI transformation topics including data governance, data-driven decision-making, AI model applications, agentic AI, and LLM applications.
AI Trainer Dutch Language
Innodata
Jan 2025 - Dec 2025 (11 months)
Evaluated prompts for Google's Gemini LLM, performed content writing, translation, translation review, prompt engineering and evaluation, and data/image annotation for training the model in Dutch.
Machine Learning Engineer
RSNA
Jan 2024 - Dec 2024 (11 months)
Developed a classification model to identify intervertebral discs in MRI images using OpenCV for preprocessing and a pre-trained EfficientNet B0 in PyTorch, achieving over 90% accuracy.
Machine Learning Engineer
Child Mind Institute
Jan 2024 - Dec 2024 (11 months)
Developed a regression model in PyTorch to predict the Severity Impairment Index for Problematic Internet Use, using EDA, feature engineering, and gradient boosting algorithms like XGBoost.
Entrepreneur / Chief R&D Engineer / Senior CBDC Consultant
Coinsultants
Jan 2023 - Dec 2024 (1 year 11 months)
Established Coinsultants, researched Central Bank Digital Currency, developed a conceptual offline CBDC solution, and filed a European patent application for a secure transaction scheme and digital wallet.
Entrepreneur / Educational Content Developer
eeduka Text & Education
Jan 2015 - Dec 2023 (8 years 11 months)
Built a website with PHP, HTML, CSS, and MVC; wrote web content for SEO; developed online courses for LOI and PraktijkLeren Foundation covering physics, mathematics, programming, and cryptography.
Lecturer in Health Care Technology
Avans Hogeschool
Jan 2014 - Dec 2015 (1 year 11 months)
Provided project assistance to first and second year students, prepared and delivered lectures on automation and data processing.
Physics Teacher
Stedelijk Dalton Lyceum Dordrecht
Jan 2008 - Dec 2014 (6 years 11 months)
Taught physics and science and technology, developed curriculum and teaching materials, organized practicals, developed tests, supervised theses, and mentored students.
Mathematics Teacher
Christian Lyceum Delft
Jan 2007 - Dec 2008 (1 year 11 months)
Taught mathematics as a substitute teacher for undergraduate HAVO/VWO students.
Branch Manager / Sales Consultant
Hoogenboezem Furniture
Jan 2005 - Dec 2007 (2 years 11 months)
Commercially advised customers, led a team of seven persons, and handled sales.
System Architect
Nokia Networks
Jan 1999 - Dec 2004 (5 years 11 months)
Responsible for R&D of 3G network technology, specifying system architecture, designing embedded software, coordinating with global system designers, developing integration plans, and providing technical training.
IT Consultant
Cap Gemini
Jan 1998 - Dec 1998 (11 months)
Conducted impact assessments for euro introduction and Y2K, and deployed a software interface between PeopleSoft ERP and payroll system for Unilever.
Data Scientist / Machine Learning Engineer
Voldt / Thom de Koff
Jan 2026 - Present (9 months)
Developed a machine learning project for predicting the performance of jumping horses using LightGBM on tabular data for binary classification. Achieved 96% accuracy and precision six times the relative frequency through smart feature engineering.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Stanford University
Course Certificate, Natural Language Processing
2025 - 2025
Completed a course on Natural Language Processing with Probabilistic Models via Coursera.
Stanford University
Course Certificate, Natural Language Processing
2025 - 2025
Completed a course on Natural Language Processing with Classification and Vector Spaces via Coursera.
Stanford University
Course Certificate, Natural Language Processing
2025 - 2025
Completed a course on Natural Language Processing with Attention Models via Coursera.
University of Nicosia
Course Certificate, Blockchain and Digital Currency
2024 - 2024
Completed an introduction to Blockchain and Digital Currency course.
Stanford University
Course Certificate, Machine Learning
2024 - 2024
Completed a course on Unsupervised Learning via Coursera.
Stanford University
Course Certificate, Machine Learning
2024 - 2024
Completed a course on Supervised Machine Learning via Coursera.
Stanford University
Course Certificate, Machine Learning
2024 - 2024
Completed a course on Advanced Learning Algorithms via Coursera.
Alison
Course Certificate, Blockchain
2023 - 2023
Completed an introduction to R3 Corda Blockchain course.
University of Michigan
Course Certificate, Web Development
2019 - 2019
Completed a course on Building Applications in PHP via Coursera.
IBM
Course Certificate, Artificial Intelligence
2019 - 2019
Completed an introduction to Artificial Intelligence course via Coursera.
SEOcertification.org
Certification, Search Engine Optimization
2018 - 2018
Passed the Search Engine Optimization Certification Exam.
Delft University of Technology
Master of Science, Science Education
2008 - 2013
Pursued a Master of Science in Science Education, obtaining a first-degree teaching license in Physics.
ICM Education
Course Certificate, Sales
2005 - 2005
Completed a course on effective sales and acquisitions.
Nokia Networks
Course Certificate, Software Engineering
2002 - 2002
Completed a course on Object-Oriented Software Architecture.
Nokia Networks
Course Certificate, Networking
2001 - 2001
Completed a course on New IP Technologies.
Nokia Networks
Course Certificate, Networking
2001 - 2001
Completed a course on IP Techniques.
Nokia Networks
Course Certificate, Telecommunications
2000 - 2000
Completed a course on 3G Systems.
Nokia Networks
Course Certificate, Telecommunications
2000 - 2000
Completed a course on UMTS Basics.
Cap Gemini
Course Certificate, Functional Design
1998 - 1998
Completed a course on functional design using Vsom.
Cap Gemini
Course Certificate, Project Management
1998 - 1998
Completed a course on project management.
Cap Gemini
Course Certificate, Facilitation
1998 - 1998
Completed a course on facilitating workshops.
Delft University of Technology
Master of Science, Electrical Engineering
1992 - 1997
Earned a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering with a specialization in Telecommunications, covering data communications, cryptography, and stochastic models.
AMBI
College Program, Computer Science
1991 - 1992
Completed a college program in computer science, acquiring certificates in introductory and elementary computer science, data analysis, and system development.
Management Share
Course Certificate, Databases
1991 - 1991
Completed a course on relational databases and SQL.
KSG De Breul
High School Diploma, General Secondary Education
1984 - 1990
Completed pre-university secondary education (VWO) with subjects including Dutch, English, French, mathematics, physics, chemistry, and macroeconomics.
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