Jeff Braun

Sep 20, 2024 | towardsdatascience.com | Jeff Braun

Using Traditional and Transformer Models to Explore Personal Data Stored by BrokersIn a prior article, I described how you can access your personal data that is stored and used by the front-line, consumer-facing companies that we engage with every day. These include retailers, social media, cell providers, financial service firms, and many others. I explored how to use various machine learning models and visualizations to discover how those companies perceive you.

Apr 26, 2024 | towardsdatascience.com | Jeff Braun

The Case for Python in ExcelMy first reaction to Microsoft’s announcement of Python in Excel (PiE) last year was a positive one. Excel has a dominant presence in the enterprise and Python continues to enjoy popularity as a programming language for data scientists. Bringing these two tools together with the support of both Microsoft and its partner Anaconda…

Aug 11, 2023 | towardsdatascience.com | Jeff Braun

Accessing Your Personal DataThe Extensive and Often Surprising Data that Companies Have about You, Ready and Waiting for You to AnalyzeImage created with the assistance of DALL-E 2Data privacy laws are appearing in countries all over the world and are creating a unique opportunity for you to learn how others view you while also gaining insights into yourself. Most laws are similar to the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation, commonly know as “GDPR”.