DSNai - Data Science Nigeria

One week down, and there’s still 3 weeks to go!    Showcase your data science prowess and compete for your share of up to ₦3,000,000 in prizes! Put your skills to the test and unlock exciting prizes, exclusive Bluechip Technology merchandise, and the chance to earn the prestigious "Badge of the Best" in this thrilling challenge. Participate in the DSNai - Data Science Nigeria x Bluechip Technologies Hackathon focused on predicting loan creditworthiness and setting the bar high for data science talent. Start Date: Monday, 28th October 2024  End Date: Friday, 29th November 2024 Register here to participate>https://lnkd.in/d9m5mvrX Plus, register to attend the Bluechip Data and AI Summit 2024 live in Lagos!>https://lnkd.in/dAthQBcc  

At the #DSNAIBootcamp2024, the poster "AI Plays Ayo: Reinforcement Learning in a Traditional Nigerian Mancala Game" by Kayode Makinde and Abayomi-Alli Adebayo stood out by showcasing AI’s potential in cultural gaming. Using reinforcement learning (RL) to tackle the Yoruba game "Ayo", the research featured advanced agents, including a Pruned Minimax agent that excelled by balancing strategic depth with speed via alpha-beta pruning. This agent’s efficient decision-making makes it ideal for real-time play and highlights how AI can master complex, traditional games.  A user-friendly interface lets human players interact with these AI agents, simulating authentic gameplay and bridging culture with technology. This research is a significant leap for AI and game development, showing how RL can enhance heritage preservation, real-time gaming, and AI education across cultures.   

As parents and guardians, we cherish every milestone—whether it's that first unsteady step or the first spoken words. In today's world, where digital experiences are crucial to their development, it's essential to guide them through their online journeys as well! Join us for a 1-Day Awareness Workshop in partnership with TikTok, where you'll learn about the potential dangers your child might encounter online and how to effectively navigate them. Workshop Details:   Lagos: Tuesday, 19th November 2024  Abuja: Thursday, 21st November 2024 Register here: https://lnkd.in/ef4R5su4 #SaferTogether 

Imagine a system that can predict and understand human behavior like a person. That’s Centaur, an advanced AI model built on Llama 3.1. Centaur was trained with data from over 60,000 participants and 160 psychology experiments, giving it insight into decision-making, memory, and learning. It uses a technique called QLoRA to specialize without changing its core design. In tests, Centaur outperformed other AI and psychology models, accurately predicting behavior in new situations. Its internal processes also align with human brain activity, making it a groundbreaking tool for understanding how we think. Read more here>https://lnkd.in/dEF3J7G5 

Hello DSNai - Data Science Nigeria Community! Today, let's look back at one of the standout moments from #DSNAIBootcamp2024: the Ladies in AI Panel Session that focused on empowering women and fostering inclusivity in AI. Four inspiring women took the stage, highlighting the importance of creating spaces where women can freely make their own choices and express themselves authentically. The session also brought powerful, real-life insights from each speaker, sharing what it’s like to thrive in a traditionally male-dominated field. Were you there? What inspired you most about the session? Share your thoughts with us in the comments! Faiza Sani Sakinat Folorunso Ife Adebara, PhD Toyosi Odukoya

Attention DSNai - Data Science Nigeria Geospatial Community! Did you know that road networks can be visualized like a web, with nodes (intersections) and edges (road segments) that reveal more than just pathways? Each edge holds valuable details like distance, speed limits, and travel costs, providing a rich, real-world picture of our roadways. Join us for our Geospatial Webinar on Network Analysis: Uncovering Travel Times and Distances within Road Networks. Discover how network data can inform smarter, faster decisions for transportation, logistics, and beyond! Date: Friday, 8th November 2024  Time: 4 pm  Venue: DSN Geospatial Community Telegram Group  Join here: https://lnkd.in/e95_2nfq  Looking forward to seeing you!  #DSNGeospatialCommunity #NetworkAnalysis #DataScience #GeographicInsights #DSNWebinar    

The AI landscape is evolving rapidly, reshaping industries and transforming our work lives. Over the next few weeks, join us as we uncover the top AI predictions for 2025, examining how this groundbreaking technology will revolutionize work as we know it. One standout trend for 2025? Agentic AI. Gartner forecasts that by 2028, Agentic AI will autonomously handle 15% of daily work decisions – up from zero today. This leap unlocks the potential for AI systems to independently reach user-defined goals, make decisions, take actions, and build a "virtual workforce," enhancing human productivity.  Agentic AI's potential is limitless. So, are you on #TeamAIWillTakeMyJob or #TeamHarnessAI? What are your thoughts on Agentic AI's future impact?  Share in the comments 

Checkout the project that got me selected as part of 0.05% of the 36,000+ applicants that applied for the #DSNAIBootcamp2024 ..an all-expense paid trip to Lagos Nigeria ⭕ Tool used- Power BI Visualization ⭕ Data source - DSNai - Data Science Nigeria Github This dashboard provides a comprehensive business overview, covering from revenue and ride volume to passenger behavior and driver performance. Key pages focus on Customer Trends, Drivers Analysis, and Trip Metrics, giving stakeholders insights into factors like average fare by weather, trip purposes, and location-based revenue. 🔍 Features Highlight: → Drill-Through: Users can seamlessly navigate from the overview page into more detailed views, like customer and driver metrics, enhancing data accessibility. → Tooltips: Hovering over cards provides contextual insights for on-the-fly decision-making, such as revenue breakdowns between cash and card payments. → Visual Distribution: Doughnut charts, bar graphs, and line charts display metrics like trip distance, tip amounts, and revenue distribution, making data easy to interpret. 🔍Fill free to explore the dashboard here: https://lnkd.in/dmfATFQ6 💡Dashboard design inspired by Tina Okonkwo's Power BI Marathon project and trend lines inspired by Ervin Lloyd Vinzon viz: https://lnkd.in/eZyXfQgz ♻️I will be sharing the in-house project participation soon... I would greatly appreciate any thoughts or feedback! Usman Umar Garba / Salama Barnabas / Sadiya Abdullahi Ladan #dataScience #dataanalysis #dataproject #careergrowth #womenInTech

Some moments make you stop and feel deeply humbled—and today, I’m in one of those moments. When visionary leaders like Bayo (Olubayo) Adekanmbi PhD reach out for a potential partnership, you know you’re about to embark on something genuinely transformative. I’m thrilled to share that Africa Retail Academy, Lagos Business School Nigeria and DSNai - Data Science Nigeria are joining forces to explore one of the biggest questions of our time: How will AI reshape Africa’s retail landscape? This project isn’t just ours—it’s for everyone who cares about the future of African retail. We’re bringing together expert insights from across the continent, and we need your voice to make this vision come alive. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or passionate about the topic, your perspectives are invaluable. Join us on this journey! Share your thoughts using the link (https://lnkd.in/dmUGJh97) or by scanning the QR code in the image. Together, we’re building a powerful future for African retail. Let’s partner to transform the continent, one step at a time. Lagos Business School, Pan-Atlantic University Lagos Business School Sustainability Centre School of Science and Technology, Pan-Atlantic University BusinessDay Retail Trade Association of Kenya

It’s been an amazing experience interning with Omeva Consulting and I am so grateful for everything I have learned along the way! This opportunity has helped me grow not just as a data analyst, but as someone ready to use data for positive change. Some key lessons that have really stuck with me: The Power of Data in Public Health: I have seen firsthand how data can drive real-world solutions to pressing health challenges, and I am excited to keep exploring this space. Teamwork & Leadership: Leading a team taught me the importance of clear communication, staying organized, and supporting each other through every challenge. It’s a reminder that no accomplishment happens alone. Efficiency in Data: From cleaning large datasets to streamlining processes, I learned how to keep data clean, accurate,validate, correct naming convention before analysis and meaningful skills that will serve me well in any project. Adaptability with New Tools: Working with tools like Google Sheets, Trello, and Canva has sharpened my project management and data visualization skills, making it easier to bring insights to life. I am also grateful to Maria Luisa de la Puerta Fernández my boss at Omeva Consulting, who inspired me throughout this journey, She’s dedicated to her work and took us along every step of the journey over these three months, showing us what it means to be committed. To the entire team at Omeva, thank you for your patience and efficiency, every project felt like a collaborative success. And to my fellow teammates, the real MVPs, you all brought such energy, team spirit, and dedication, making it a joy to work together. I am also incredibly thankful to Bayo (Olubayo) Adekanmbi PhD for empowering me with this internship opportunity at Omeva. It’s been a transformative journey, and I’m excited to keep learning and giving back through data. Thank you, DSNai - Data Science Nigeria for believing in young talents and investing in our growth! Thank you Faiza Sani ,ZAINAB S. IDRIS and the entire team for your mentorship and guidance 🙏 kesiena Obukohwo Naomi Thomas Helen Onyeke Hadiza Teni Saidu #Arewaladies4tech #DataScience #Omevaconsulting #Grateful #internshipjourney