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Motivated linguist passionate about technology and AI.

Kenya

What I'm looking for

I am looking for freelance opportunities to train AI models in Swahili and enhance my technical expertise.

I am a motivated and enthusiastic linguist with a strong passion for technology and artificial intelligence. My journey began with a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics from the University of Nairobi, where I explored the intersection of African languages and AI technology. My capstone project focused on Swahili language processing, which ignited my desire to contribute to the growth of AI technologies.

As a freelance writer and editor, I have honed my skills in translation and transcription, ensuring linguistic accuracy and cultural relevance in my work. I have participated in quality control processes for AI datasets, improving their quality by identifying common errors in translation and annotation. My experience as a language tutor has further developed my communication and collaboration skills, allowing me to effectively engage with clients and students alike.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Freelance Writer and Editor

Self Employed

Sep 2019 - Present (5 years 9 months)

As a Freelance Writer and Editor, I translated texts from English to Swahili, ensuring linguistic accuracy and cultural relevance. I participated in quality control processes for AI datasets and communicated with project managers to track progress and ensure timely delivery.

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Language Tutor (Swahili)

Self Employed

Feb 2016 - Aug 2016 (6 months)

Provided beginner-level Swahili lessons to English-speaking clients via virtual platforms. Created tailored lesson plans to help students understand basic Swahili grammar and vocabulary, receiving positive feedback for clear instruction.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Nairobi logoUN

University of Nairobi

Bachelor of Arts, Linguistics

2021 -

Relevant Coursework: Introduction to Swahili Linguistics, Basics of Computational Linguistics, Translation Theory. Capstone Project: Explored the role of African languages in AI technology, focusing on Swahili language processing.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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