MLE Path Rebecca Bilbro - Open source, entrepreneurship, and 14 years in ML
Dr. Rebecca Bilbro shares her unique journey through data science and machine learning. We explore the value of blending unusual skill sets, fostering collaboration, and maintaining control in her career.
Rebecca also reflects on her transition from an individual contributor to an entrepreneur, the importance of building strong teams, and the transformative role of open source in the industry.
She offers insights into what makes a great machine learning engineer, the challenges of entrepreneurship, and the critical role of contributor energy in open source projects. We also discuss optimizing machine learning workflows, effective communication in managing ML projects, navigating the hype around ML technologies, and fostering community engagement and transparency in the field.
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- Rotational
- Applied Text Analysis with Python (affiliate link)