Nathan Bryson

Career Goals

Where I'm headed and how I'll measure progress.

12-Month Targets

ETL and Machine Learning Advancements

Python · pytorch · scikit · yaml

Advancing my knowledge in ETL processes and machine learning capabilities by making apps to use in my personal life.

Level-up SQL and modeling

SQL · star/snowflake basics · dbt (nice-to-have)

Move from "write queries" to "design datasets" that are easy to analyze and visualize.

Geospatial storytelling

ArcGIS · Leaflet/MapLibre · data joins

Build 1-2 map features that answer common stakeholder questions at a glance.

Share the work

GitHub · README writing · small demos

Publish concise READMEs and short Looms/GIFs showing how tools help real workflows.

Learning Roadmap

  1. Python data stack: pandas fundamentals, tidy data, simple unit tests.
  2. SQL essentials: joins, window functions, CTEs, and indexes.
  3. APIs & automation: requests, pagination, retries, scheduled jobs.
  4. ETL: Proper pipelines and machine learning basics.
  5. Geospatial: spatial joins, projections, and lightweight web maps.

Roles I'm Targeting

Data Analyst · Machine Learning Engineer · Data Scientist