Rodrigues Neto

Experience

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  Universidade Federal Rural de Pernambuco

  Aug 2020 - Jul 2021

  Chatbot Developer (Scientific Project)

  * Developed a chatbot using deep-learning algorithms to provide quick and accurate answers to frequently asked questions by students.* The chatbot provides information about complementary disciplines, principal contacts, time of each course, and other related queries.* The information provided by the chatbot is extracted from the most recent PDFs available on the UFRPE website using a webcrawler developed in Python.*The chatbot is built on the RASA platform, which offers a highly scalable and customizable solution.* The project aims to improve the overall experience of students by providing them with easy access to relevant information and minimizing the time spent searching for answers.* The chatbot's natural language processing capabilities enable it to understand and respond to queries in a human-like manner.* The chatbot is continuously updated with the latest information available on the website, ensuring that students have access to the most up-to-date information at all times. Show less

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  CESAR

  Sept 2020 - Dec 2020

  Data Science Researcher

  * Create a chatbot to talk, answer questions and help the sales process of a platform.* Develop an artificial intelligence system for automatic profiling of an institution's clients.* Implement machine learning algorithm to choose the best salesperson for each type of customer.

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  AiBox Lab

  Feb 2021 - Dec 2022

  * Worked as a Data Scientist and Backend Developer on the development of Tutoria, a platform that uses artificial intelligence to help instructors correct open-ended questions posed by students.* Built a scalable and robust backend infrastructure* Used natural language processing and machine learning algorithms to evaluate students' responses to open-ended questions and provide feedback to instructors in real-time.* Developed and implemented custom data models to handle the unique challenges posed by open-ended questions, including variability in student responses and the need to understand context and nuance.* Worked closely with front-end developers and UX designers to ensure a seamless and intuitive user experience for both instructors and students.* Designed and implemented a secure and reliable data storage system to ensure the confidentiality and integrity of student and instructor data.* Continuously monitored and evaluated system performance to identify opportunities for optimization and improvement.* Collaborated with other teams and stakeholders to ensure alignment with project goals and objectives.* Contributed to the development of product roadmaps and strategic planning for the continued growth and success of the Tutoria platform. Show less

  • Data Scientist and Backend Developer

    Nov 2021 - Dec 2022

  • Full-stack Developer

    Feb 2021 - Nov 2021
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  CESAR

  May 2021 - Aug 2023

  * Currently working as a Data Scientist on the development of a search engine for a large Brazilian marketplace.* Applying machine learning algorithms and techniques such as Learning to Rank to improve the relevance and accuracy of search results for users.* Exploring and evaluating different solutions for search retrieval, including ElasticSearch and Vespa AI, to identify the most effective and efficient approach for the marketplace.* Leveraging data science techniques to analyze and understand user behavior and preferences, as well as product data and trends, to inform search ranking and relevance algorithms.* Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including product management and engineering, to ensure alignment with business goals and objectives.* Developing custom data models and algorithms to address the unique challenges of the marketplace's product data, including a large and diverse product catalog and frequent updates and changes to products.* Designing and implementing A/B testing and other experimentation methodologies to evaluate and optimize search performance and user engagement.* Contributing to the development of a roadmap for search engine development and optimization, including the identification of new opportunities and areas for improvement.* Continuously monitoring and evaluating search engine performance and user feedback to identify areas for optimization and improvement. Show less

  • Junior Data Scientist

    Jan 2022 - Aug 2023

  • Data Scientist

    May 2021 - Jan 2022
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  Tutoria

  Jan 2022 - now

  CEO / Aí Specilist

  Startup focused on using AI in education, helping teachers correct open activities using artificial intelligence to reduce correction time while increasing the quality of feedback sent to students. * Developed an algorithm for recommending errors and correct answers in student responses * Implementation and integration of generative AI for automatic feedback * Created an algorithm to check plagiarism among students

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  Luizalabs

  Sept 2023 - now

  Data Scientist / AI Researcher / AI Specialist

  - Application of machine learning algorithms and techniques, such as Learning to Rank, to enhance the relevance and accuracy of search results for users.- Exploration and evaluation of different search retrieval solutions, including ElasticSearch and Vespa AI, to identify the most effective and efficient approach for the market.- Leveraging data science techniques to analyze and understand user behavior and preferences, as well as product data and trends, to inform search ranking and relevance algorithms.- Active collaboration with cross-functional teams, including product management and engineering, ensuring alignment with business goals and objectives.- Development of custom data models and algorithms to address the unique challenges of market product data, which includes a diverse product catalog and frequent product updates.- Design and implementation of A/B tests and other experimentation methodologies to assess and optimize search performance and user engagement.- Contribution to the development of a roadmap for search engine development and optimization, including the identification of new opportunities and areas for improvement.- Continuous monitoring and evaluation of search engine performance and user feedback to identify areas for optimization and ongoing enhancement. Show less