Thomas Nield
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January 8 & 9, 2024
SQL Fundamentals for Data
A hands-on course for beginners Join Thomas Nield for a hands-on introduction to core database and SQL fundamentals—concepts that are critical in today’s business and technology landscape. Businesses are gathering data ...
February 1, 8, 15 & 22, 2024
Essential Math for Data Science in 4 Weeks—with Interactivity
With data science expert Thomas Nield, you’ll delve into a carefully curated list of mathematical topics to jumpstart your proficiency in areas of mathematics that you’ll be able to apply immediately. ...
February 6, 13 & 20, 2024
Data Engineering Fundamentals in 3 Weeks
Managing the lifecycle of data projects Course outcomes Learn to discern the roles of data engineering and understand how they impact others in an organization Understand the data engineering lifecycle Explore ...
February 28, 2024
GenAI Superstream: Possibilities and Pitfalls
Implementing AI safely and effectively Artificial intelligence promises to augment human capabilities, revolutionize scientific research, personalize consumer experiences, transform education, and usher in an era of autonomous transportation. But companies should ...
March 5, 12 & 19, 2024
Deep Learning for Beginners in 3 Weeks
Join expert Thomas Nield to learn how to build a neural network using popular libraries NumPy and TensorFlow. By understanding deep learning and neural networks and their strengths and limitations, you’ll ...
March 6, 2024
Machine Learning from Scratch
Build machine learning algorithms from scratch with Python Machine learning is becoming more accessible thanks to libraries like Scikit-learn and Tensorflow. As a matter of fact, it is becoming so accessible ...
Bio
Thomas Nield (author of Getting Started with SQL) is a business consultant for Southwest Airlines in Schedule Initiatives. Early in his career, he became fascinated with technology and its role in business analytics. After becoming proficient in Java, Kotlin, Python, SQL, and reactive programming, he became an open-source contributor as well as an author/trainer for O’Reilly Media. He is passionate about sharing what he learns and enabling others with new skill sets. He enjoys making technical content relatable and relevant to those unfamiliar with or intimidated by it.
Currently, Thomas is interested in data science, reactive programming, and the Kotlin language. You may find him speaking on these three subjects and how they can interconnect.