Peter G. Gakuru

Peter G. Gakuru

Data Analyst

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  • About me

    Data Scientist | Analyst and Machine Learning Engineer.

  • Education

    • Zetech University

      2018 - 2018
      Certificate CCNA
    • Moringa School

      2019 - 2019
      Certificate Data Science

      Modules included:Introduction to Data Science using Python and RIntroduction to Business AnalyticsData MungingData VisualizationDatabases with SQLRegression Analysis for businessesMachine Learning - Regression, Classification, Clustering, Introduction to Artificial Neural Networks

    • Strathmore University

      2017 - 2018
      Diploma in Business Information Technology Information Technology Merits

      Computer Programming

    • James Cook University

      2023 -
      Master of Information Technology Information Technology Business Informatics
    • Strathmore University

      2019 - 2022
      Business Bachelors Business Information Technology Second Class Honors

      Activities and Societies: Strathmore Leos Rugby Football Club Member Member of Aiesec Final Year Project: Diabetes Prediction System Using Machine LearningThe primary aim of this project is to analyze the Diabetes Dataset and use Support Vector Machine (SVM), Naive Bayes classifier, KNN, XGBoost, and LightGBM algorithms for predicting and developing a prediction engine. The secondary aim is to create an application system with a feature that allows users to predict diabetes utilizing the prediction engine. The Specific Objective of this project is to build a Machine… Show more Final Year Project: Diabetes Prediction System Using Machine LearningThe primary aim of this project is to analyze the Diabetes Dataset and use Support Vector Machine (SVM), Naive Bayes classifier, KNN, XGBoost, and LightGBM algorithms for predicting and developing a prediction engine. The secondary aim is to create an application system with a feature that allows users to predict diabetes utilizing the prediction engine. The Specific Objective of this project is to build a Machine Learning model to accurately predict whether or not the patient is diabetic or not diabetic. I came up with a real-time dashboard that predicted diabetes in a patient with an accuracy of 96%. Show less

  • Experience

    • Entech

      Jan 2019 - Aug 2019
      Data Analyst

      Lead the implementation process, data collection, sorting and mapping the data in the Standard Chartered Bank School Management Solution.Recruited over 7+ schools through technical sales, making follow ups on existing technical sales.Developed a mobile lending app and a credit scoring model in a team of 5

    • Beacon of Hope Clinic

      Feb 2022 - Apr 2022
      Data Analyst

      Created a real-time dashboard in Excel that monitors the patients of hospitals in various departments and can detect both positive and negative trends in patient numbers.Monitoring, Evaluating and Analyzing the organization's Data to enable the hospital in making Data-Driven Decisions

    • Kenya forest service

      Apr 2022 - Dec 2022
      ICT Intern

      Among many activities I was involved in:Training staff members on New systems and ApplicationsVirus management.End-user helpdesk and support.Supervision of ICT projects in the OrganizationsFinancial and HR Systems supportVOIP set up, management and administration

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Certified Data Scientist

      Moringa School
      Dec 2019
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Data Analyst

      Issued by Entech on Sept 2018
      EntechAssociated with Peter G. Gakuru
    • Education Professional and ICT Assistant

      Issued by Kenya Society For The Blind on Nov 2021
      Kenya Society For The BlindAssociated with Peter G. Gakuru