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We are continuing to execute our growth plan! Check out our listing for a Mid-Level Natural Resources and Project Development Associate, along with other openings, in the link below. #TheEnvironmentalLawFirm

Data engineering, explained in daily life tasks! Just as we follow algorithms to process data, we rely on recipes to guide us in the kitchen. And just as we weed out unwanted plants in gardening, data engineers remove anomalies from datasets, ensuring clarity and accuracy. By understanding these parallels with daily life, the task of data engineering becomes less daunting, allowing us to navigate its complexities with ease.👨🏻💻 #DataEngineer #TechRecruitment

𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗖𝗵𝗼𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗔𝗹𝗴𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗦𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺? Here are just a couple of arguments to consider for making this decision: 1⃣ Algomine is based in 🇵🇱Poland, a home to top-tier tech talent, offering highly qualified professionals at competitive rates. 2⃣ Its time zone alignment within Europe and a 16-hour overlap with the 🇺🇸US accelerates development cycles. 3⃣ With shared business values and 4⃣ strong English proficiency, seamless collaboration is a given. 5⃣ Plus, Poland’s cutting-edge technology infrastructure creates an ideal environment for data science. 📖 Read our #CustomerStory about staff augmentation for a US-based company to find out more 👇 https://lnkd.in/dH-vWA5A #StaffAugmentation #DataScience #CaseStudy

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐬 𝐚 𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐥𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐚 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐧 𝐚 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐨𝐧 𝐛𝐢𝐫𝐝 𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 - 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐈 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐤 𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠. Acoustic monitoring is a promising approach for surveying biodiversity and quantifying change. However, if I were a lay person, looking at what actors working in this field say they can deliver, it might be easy to think that it was straightforward to produce robust data that can be used directly to inform decision-making. In reality, the performance of machine-learning can be quite low, and variable e.g. see https://lnkd.in/eH7feQEu by Cristian Pérez-Granados on the performance of BirdNet, where poor data could easily lead to poorly informed decisions - and see https://lnkd.in/eWKZ8WWp by Robin Sandfort and colleagues. There remain some substantial barriers, due to the lack of accessible tools to aid in robust survey design (to ensure that the data needed to answer the question/s of interest is collected!), data processing, management and outputs, especially across multiple species groups. At the moment, validation of records is a necessary, but time-consuming, and specialist process. This adds costs, and means non-specialist users lack the resources to choose appropriate machine-learning classifiers and interpret their outputs. Users that could benefit most from acoustic monitoring (e.g. farmers, land managers) still need substantial expert input. These are the important questions which the following piece of work has been focusing on, and in looking at ways to address these in the future.

Next up in the series, update operations and using forEach() and .map functions to work with Sets in Fauna Query Language. There are some nuances here that you need to be aware of and some real gold nuggets when working with data about WHY you should use various features with Fauna Inc. https://bit.ly/4ceH3mH

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Have you ever experienced overwhelming excitement that compelled you to share it with someone immediately? At Statvis, we are currently experiencing this level of enthusiasm. During the summer season, when many individuals are on vacation 🏖️and work may be moving at a slower pace🐌, we have been diligently working on developing and implementing a variety of new and innovative tools designed for analyzing environmental data. Discover and interact with your environmental data using tools that are used by professionals in the field! Unveil the hidden 🕵️narratives within your environmental data through our state-of-the-art Environmental Data Intelligence System! If you are eager to learn more, feel free to reach out via email to explore how you can integrate Statvis into your professional endeavors or upcoming projects. #DataIntelligence #EnvironmentalInsights

I have just completed New York Jobs CEO Council's Financial Analyst Job Simulation on Forage. It was helpful for me to understand the process of financial analysis. In this simulation I practiced using excel and honed my data extraction and analysis skills in realistic context, gaining deeper insights into financial data. #financialanalyst #newyorkjobsceocouncil #forage #jobsimulations #financialanalysis

I really enjoyed listening to Priscilla Cole's story on the MapScaping Podcast with Daniel O'Donohue! By simply telling her story, I think she was able to summarize what I usually try to convey to mentees in a more organic way than I've ever been able to in the past. More importantly, I think that she provided a valuable lesson to those who are in "humble beginnings" (underpaid, underserved "passion industries" such as ecology/conservation/natural resources) that you can provide value right where you are by asking yourself "is there a better way?" and implementing whatever solution you land on. Also, there's nothing saying you have to stay there forever. While it was not directly stated/talked about, I was able to glean that previous experience and education is NOT wasted and in fact can be quite useful even when not directly applicable. As an ecologist, I believe my education and early career prepared me well to look at systems with a broad point of view. At my start, it was ecological systems. Today, it's more about information systems. The concept is the same: By looking at each component's contribution to the greater network/ecosystem and modifying where appropriate, it becomes feasible to design solutions and implement positive, lasting change throughout the whole. I think that for the longest time I took this skill for granted, but now I realize that not everyone thinks in this way. Similarly, I'm not a "biologist." I say that to mean that I don't necessarily care how a beaver is physically able to cut and drag a tree to make the dam (i.e., I don't care how GeoParquet works). While it would be fascinating to know, I care more about how the dam impacts the environment (i.e., I care about how it impacts the industry moving forward; what are the implications of its existence?). Great stuff, you two!

#Spotlight on Kylie Braunius, MassDOT Transportation Program Planner III, who will be one of the presenters at an upcoming Innovation Webinar Series on April 25 at 2:00 pm, Artificial Intelligence Framework for Crosswalk Detection Across Massachusetts https://lnkd.in/gY6Hv5Qd “I began my career as a Transportation Program Planner II in 2022 and have since progressed to the role of TPP III, specifically as a GIS Data Analyst. In this position, my primary responsibility is to conduct spatial analyses on various datasets to support our engineers in developing actionable safety improvement plans for our roads. Additionally, I create and publish maps for different stakeholders to access information, ensure the quality of our data, and contribute to the presentation of new research ideas aimed at enhancing our datasets and safety planning. I also have the opportunity to train and supervise interns in geocoding crash data, as well as collaborate with researchers and other groups at MassDOT on projects such as AI crosswalk detection and wildlife collision hotspot modeling. One individual who has greatly influenced my academic and professional journey is my best friend, Christina. From the very beginning, she understood my aspirations and encouraged me to pursue them, even when others deemed them impractical. Christina's brilliance, eagerness to learn, and ability to engage in discussions about problem-solving, goals, promotions, and life achievements have been a constant source of inspiration for me. I take great pride in overcoming personal obstacles and successfully completing my master's degree at Cornell, a dream I had since high school. I strongly believe in the importance of asking questions and seizing learning opportunities. Whether it's requesting guidance on a new process, volunteering to assist with unfamiliar tasks, or simply being open to acquiring new skills, these actions contribute significantly to personal and professional growth in the long run. I am thrilled and honored to be part of a team of accomplished women in the engineering field. Working alongside supervisors who recognize my value as a contributor and provide guidance and mentorship has made me feel empowered and included within MassDOT. Fun fact about me: I’m a part of the board of a nonprofit focused on sustainable farming and local food systems in New England! #Safety #Crosswalks #Wildlife #Engineer #EarthMonth #Sustainability #MassDOT