Sebastian Paulo

Data Scientist

I provide customised services that help my clients gain insights from data, save time and make better decisions.

Services

I implement data science projects for clients who are looking for more than just off-the-shelf solutions. Delving deep into the professional context of my clients, I aim to deliver services tailored specifically to their needs. Whether you just want to automate boring, repetitive aspects of your work or find new, creative ways to use your data more effectively, I can support you across the entire life cycle of data science projects. My projects cover any combination of the following activities:

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Collect

Data might be abundant these days but extracting it can be a laborious, time-consuming process. I write programmes that automate the collection of data using methods such as web scraping. I also compile customised datasets, including data labelling, to feed your machine-learning projects.

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Transform

In its raw form, data is not directly useful. I transform data to make it accessible and ready to use in line with your needs. My services include database management, API development and data wrangling. I make sure that your data is safely stored, well organised and formatted for effective use and analysis.

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Explore

Data rarely speaks for itself. I conduct exploratory analysis to uncover the potential of your data and develop ideas for possible applications. Using analytical methods and visual tools, I summarise the main characteristics of data and find relevant patterns. Your projects can now advance with a firm understanding of the underlying data.

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Analyse

The central objective of my work is to help you learn from data and make better decisions based on evidence. I use statistical methods and machine learning to produce meaningful and actionable insights. My work also covers the analysis of text data through natural language processing.

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Enable

Achieving meaningful impact in organisations and beyond requires linking analysis with action. As a full-stack developer, I integrate data science with web development so that knowledge gained from data can be used by all relevant actors and contribute to real change.

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Communicate

The success of data-centred projects builds on clear communication. I promote understanding of complex issues, build coherent narratives and present recommendations in written reports and with visualisation tools. Building trust and dialogue around data-driven change, I contribute to the sustainability of your projects.

About me

I offer customised data science and web development solutions. I acquired certification as a Data Scientist at the Jedha Bootcamp in Paris. Building on an earlier career in the social sciences, I possess a distinctive skill set combining programming with research, analytical and communication skills. I worked for international think tanks in Europe and India. I have a master’s degree from the Institute of Political Studies in Paris (Sciences Po). My working languages are German, French and English. I currently live in Paris and work internationally.

Skills overview
Programming languages Python, Javascript (+ HTML5 and CSS3)
Databases PostgreSQL (and similar)
Data analysis Numpy, Pandas
Big Data PySpark
Data visualisation Matplotlib, Seaborn, Plotly, Dash, D3.js
Machine learning and deep learning scikit-learn, TensorFlow, Keras
Natural Language Processing NLTK, spaCy, Gensim
Web frameworks Django, Flask, VueJs
API development Django Rest Framework
Web deployment and cloud services Deployment on Linux, Docker, AWS
Web scraping Scrapy, BeautifulSoup, Selenium

Projects

Find out about some of my recent projects:

myinfohopper.net

A productivity tool for busy knowledge workers wanting to keep up with fast-paced information environments

  • Python
  • Elasticsearch
  • Flask
  • Vue.js
  • And more

My blog

I have launched my blog.

  • Django
  • Python
  • Wagtail

Deep Learning and Text Classification

Teaching a machine to understand international trade policy

  • Python
  • Pandas
  • Keras
  • Gensim
  • And more

Labelmaker

Providing experts with a simple user interface to label datasets

  • PostgreSQL
  • Django Rest Framework
  • Django
  • Deployment on Linux
  • And more

Contact me

This is how you can reach out to me and find out more about my work: