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I code
Building data pipelines, creating interactive dashboards, and developing machine learning models to solve real-world problems.
Lorraine Sanares
Hi there! đź‘‹ I like to make cool sh*t with code.
About
I'm a data science student at the University of Melbourne. Boring intro I know, so here's some cool stuff I do:
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I write
Sharing my journey in data science through technical articles and personal stories on Medium.
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I teach
Mentoring fellow students and creating educational content to make data science more accessible.
My Ethos
MISSION
I dedicate my time to continuous learning and upskilling—exploring frameworks and technologies beyond coursework. I want to deepen my expertise and apply knowledge in real-world contexts—whether through hands-on projects, certifications, or self-driven exploration.
VISION
Pursuing a future where I have agency to express my authentic self in my work; finding that perfect blend between what I love, what I'm good at, what the world needs, and what I can be paid for - my ikigai.
PURPOSE
Shared knowledge is the foundation of growth, innovation, and collective success - I've had a long-time passion for teaching, therefore I try my best to pass on what I learn through writing, workshops, or everyday conversation. I aim to foster curiosity and inspire others to push their own boundaries, as I do mine.
Work Experience
A timeline of my professional journey and achievements.
Nov. 2024 - Dec. 2024
Nov. 2024 - Dec. 2024
AI & Data Intern At Deloitte
- Designed and implemented an event-driven data pipeline on AWS implementing EventBridge, Lambda, Airflow, and S3, automating data ingestion, orchestration, and storage.
- Implemented key pipeline components using Python, PySpark, Airflow, and AWS, managing event-triggered and scheduled processing, orchestrating tasks via Airflow DAGs, configuring security settings, and storing processed outputs in S3 for downstream use.
- Coordinated with team members and internal stakeholders to refine data processing strategies, improving workflow efficiency.
- Liaised with senior team members and external stakeholders, presenting insights through PowerPoint reports on Microsoft Teams, ensuring alignment on project objectives.
- Developed a client-facing pack utilizing Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel, integrating stakeholder feedback and expediting key project deliverables.
- Documented and refined data ingestion processes using Microsoft Word, ensuring clear procedural guidelines for the team.
Jun. 2022 - Present
Jun. 2022 - Present
Private Piano Teacher
- Taught 40 piano lessons annually to a primary school-aged student, advancing music theory and technique.
- Developed weekly lesson plans aligned with AMEB classical coursework and adapted teaching methods to maintain high engagement and motivation.
- Prepared student for recitals and AMEB exams, whilst maintaining regular communication with parent to manage expectations and outcomes.
Feb. 2021 - Present
Feb. 2021 - Present
Teaching Assistant At Kumon
- Entered, organised, and maintained student performance data in Excel, utilising formulas and functions to track progress, generate reports, and identify learning trends to support individualised learning plans.
- Tutored students in math and reading, providing constructive feedback to enhance academic performance.
- Managed administrative tasks and reception duties, ensuring smooth business operations.
- Responded to parent inquiries regarding student homework, providing clarifications and progress updates.
Mar. 2022 - Oct. 2022
Mar. 2022 - Oct. 2022
Private Maths Tutor
- Provided personalised math tutoring to a Year 7 student, enhancing their understanding and engagement with math concepts through customized lesson plans.
- Motivated the student by using creative and engaging teaching methods, fostering a positive attitude toward math.
- Monitored the student's progress in collaboration with their math teacher, successfully improving their grades by at least 2% in each school assessment.
Tech Stack
On top of building my proficiency in programming languages for analytics (i.e Python and R), I also like to dabble in UX/UI design, web development, data engineering and cloud computing.
Technologies
Libraries & Tools
Scikit-Learn
Machine Learning
Pandas
Data Analysis
NumPy
Scientific Computing
Projects
This website you're on now is something I coded from scratch! But here are other projects I've done:
More Cool Stuff
Women in Tech
I love learning and teaching. My role as Education Director for WIT Unimelb allows me to combine the two passions - creating impactful learning experiences for students whilst learning from industry professionals.
Check out some of the workshops I run!
Resources
Get in touch
What's next? If you have a question or are interested in collaborating, I'd love to connect! Let's work together to make industry education more accessible and impactful.