Resume
Pinar Patton
735 Widgeon St, Foster City, CA 94404
(415) 500-1800
pinar.patton@gmail.com
GitHub | LinkedIn
Objective
Leverage my extensive expertise in data science, machine learning, and advanced statistical analysis to drive innovative solutions and actionable insights as a Data Scientist.
Summary
Data Scientist with robust experience in the full data lifecycle, including data modeling, preparation, manipulation, analysis, mining, machine learning, and reporting. Adept at implementing complex queries, user functions, and stored procedures. Proficient with tools and languages such as Python, R, SAS, SQL, and various data visualization and business intelligence tools.
Technical Skills
- Programming Languages: Python, R, SAS, SQL
- Data Analysis Tools: SAS Macro, SAS Miner, SPSS Clementine, MOA / SAMOA
- Data Visualization: SAP Business Objects, Tableau, Matplotlib
- Database Systems: Oracle PL/SQL, MySQL, Neo4J, AuraDB
- Machine Learning & Statistical Techniques: Regression, Classification, Clustering, NLP, Deep Learning, Predictive Analytics, Real-time Clustering Algorithms
- Other Tools: LangChain, Cypher query language, PyMuPDF, boto3
Professional Experience
Co-Founder / Data Scientist
MostlyHuman.io – Foster City, CA
August 2023 - Present
- Developed a hybrid knowledge graph / social graph data model using Neo4J (AuraDB).
- Implemented search functionalities with full-text autocomplete and vector retrieval using Cypher query language.
- Conducted data cleaning and processing using NLTK, PyMuPDF, and PyNeo.
- Built retrieval-augmented generation models with LangChain, OpenAI, and Neo4J (AuraDB).
Co-Founder / Data Scientist
DataCopilot.io – Foster City, CA
November 2018 - August 2023
- Developed Python applications for DDL statement parsing, JSON schema classification, and statistical forecasting.
- Implemented online summary statistics for streaming data.
- Applied statistical forecasting methods such as SMA, ARIMA, Exponential Smoothing, ADF, KPSS, Croston, TSB, numpy, patsy, pandas, and statsmodels.
B.I. Consultant
Intellica / EVAM – Istanbul, Turkey
June 2014 - August 2015
- Led the Vodafone Sales Data Mart Project team, acting as a liaison between business and technical teams.
- Utilized DenStream and CluStream algorithms for real-time analytics platform features.
- Prepared RFP responses, project plans, and conducted educational workshops on analytics.
Sales Insight Analyst
AVON – Istanbul, Turkey
October 2013 - April 2014
- Generated campaign insights and segmentation reports using SAS Macro and Excel.
- Delivered reports to executive and lower management teams.
Data Analyst
UCSF Hospital – San Francisco, CA
April 2012 - April 2013
- Applied predictive and machine learning models to organ donor data using R.
- Conducted data cleaning, manipulation, and reduction using Python and MySQL.
Business Intelligence Analyst
Aero Precision Inc. – Pleasanton, CA
May 2011 - May 2012
- Created custom departmental reports and automated daily reports using Oracle SQL Developer and Crystal Reports.
- Developed pricing models and conducted country-by-country reviews for internal and external web portals.
Education
Stanford University – Stanford, CA
Graduate Certification: Data Mining and Applications
September 2010 - March 2012
Dokuz Eylul University – Izmir, Turkey
M.A. in Econometrics
Applied data mining techniques to analyze water usage using CRISP-DM methodology.
September 2002 - April 2005
Dokuz Eylul University – Izmir, Turkey
B.S. in Statistics
September 1998 - July 2002
Continuing Education
- AI0141EN: Models and Platforms for Generative AI – IBM, 2024 (edX)
- Quantum Algorithms for Cybersecurity, Chemistry, and Optimization – MIT xPRO, 2021
- Quantum Computing Fundamentals – MIT xPRO, 2021
- Real-time Algorithms in MOA – Gianmarco De Francisco Morales, 2015
- Social Network Analysis for Business Application – SAS Institute, 2015
- Customer Segmentation Using SAS Enterprise Miner – SAS Institute, 2014
- Advanced SAS Programming – UC Berkeley Extension, 2008
- SAS Programming for Clinical Trials – UC Santa Cruz Extension, 2007
- Introduction to the SAS System – UC Berkeley Extension, 2006
- Marketing Research: Concepts and Techniques – UC Berkeley Extension, 2006
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