

How Can Data Teams Get Out of Their Own Way (Alex Gold) - KNN Ep. 196
Oct 21, 2024
Alex Gold, Director of Solutions Engineering + Support at Posit, shares his journey from economics to data science. He dives into the intricacies of how data shapes voter outreach in campaigns and the ethics of civic participation. Gold discusses the influence of social pressure on voter turnout and contrasts the roles of data science and solutions engineering. He also navigates the ongoing R versus Python debate, emphasizing the importance of effective coding practices and the evolution of DevOps within data projects. A fascinating blend of politics and technology!
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
From Economics to Data Science
02:31 • 4min
A Journey Through Data Science: From Policy to Solutions Engineering
06:30 • 4min
Data in Policy and Politics
10:21 • 7min
The Influence of Social Pressure on Voter Turnout
17:50 • 2min
The Intersection of Voting, Data Science, and Solutions Engineering
19:47 • 11min
Navigating the Data Science Language Landscape
30:57 • 15min
The Evolution of DevOps in Data Science
45:55 • 13min