cv
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Basics
| Name | Axel Olafsson |
| Label | Data Scientist |
| axelolafsson.work@gmail.com | |
| Phone | +352 691244266 , +44 7542561518 |
| Url | https://axelgitlafsson.github.io |
| Summary | Multidisciplinary data scientist with a strong background in computer science, statistics, and psychology. Experienced in machine learning, natural language processing, reinforcement learning, and data visualization. Passionate about solving complex problems, with experience in both academic research and applied industry projects. |
Work
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2024.11 - 2025.03 Junior Data Scientist
BlazeSQL
AI-powered Natural Language to SQL Data Analysis Software. Conducted error analyses, built dashboards, and automated SQL syntax error categorization using local LLMs.
- Processed 2,000+ error instances across multiple database types, reducing query error rates.
- Developed dashboards to track user error trends, saving hours of manual reporting.
- Identified improvements in timestamp handling, reserved keywords, and database syntax variation.
- Automated SQL error categorization with llama, halving manual troubleshooting time.
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2020.07 - 2020.09 Assistant Bookkeeper
Vector Properties Ltd.
Maintained financial datasets with accuracy and regulatory compliance.
- Categorized and maintained financial data systematically.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards.
Education
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2023.09 - 2024.09 Bath, England
MSc Computer Science
University of Bath
- Artificial Intelligence
- Reinforcement Learning
- Software Engineering (Python, C, Java)
- Foundations of Computation
- Functional Programming (Haskell)
- Databases (SQL)
- Entrepreneurship
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2020.09 - 2023.07 Exeter, England
Certificates
| Google Data Analysis Professional Certificate | ||
| 2025-06 |
| Data Analysis Using Excel | ||
| Rice University | 2024-10 |
| MITx Introduction to Computer Science | ||
| MITx | 2023-07 |
| ExCode Python Coding Course | ||
| Exeter University | 2022-10 |
Skills
| Programming & Data Analysis | |
| Python | |
| SQL | |
| pandas | |
| NumPy | |
| matplotlib | |
| seaborn | |
| Excel |
| Machine Learning & AI | |
| scikit-learn | |
| PyTorch | |
| TensorFlow | |
| Reinforcement Learning | |
| LLM prompting | |
| Llama models |
| Software Engineering Principles | |
| Git | |
| Agile / Scrum |
| Data Visualization & Reporting | |
| Tableau | |
| PowerBI |
| Soft Skills | |
| Teamwork & Collaboration | |
| Creative Problem-Solving | |
| Adaptability | |
| Communication |
Languages
| English | |
| Native speaker |
| German | |
| Native speaker |
| Icelandic | |
| Intermediate |
| French | |
| Intermediate |
Interests
| Baseketball | |
| BBC Gréngewald Hueschtert (Luxembourg 2nd Division) | |
| Exeter University 1st Team |
| Hobbies | |
| Video games | |
| Board games | |
| Music |
References
| Professors / Employers | |
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