Daniel Godoy

Daniel Godoy, a Berlin-based data scientist and author, shares his journey from Brazil’s early programming days to a successful career in data science. He recounts how a stochastic simulation paper changed his career trajectory and led him to teach in fintech. The COVID lockdown inspired him to write his book on PyTorch, where he emphasizes the importance of formal education in programming. The discussion also covers deep learning fundamentals, the risks of biased datasets, and the complexities of self-driving cars, showcasing his passion for teaching and knowledge sharing.