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cdarrach/README.md

Hi, I'm Caitlyn

I'm an emerging data professional with a background in experimental particle astrophysics (MSc) and experience working with large/messy research datasets, educational program metrics, and early-stage prototype development. I enjoy finding useful insights from data, innovating, and continuously improving my technical skills through hands-on projects and independent coursework.


Currently Working On / Learning

  • Building a small collection of data engineering projects (Python + pandas/SQL-based workflows)
  • Expanding understanding of ETL workflows, data validation, and migration processes
  • Taking introductory SQL courses
  • Developing an early-stage React prototype for an educational mobile app concept

Technical Experience

Proficient (Used repeatedly and independently in research, analysis, and current project work)

  • Python (pandas, NumPy, SciPy, matplotlib, statsmodels, plotly)
  • Excel (cleaning, formulas, KPI tracking, dashboards)
  • Git / GitHub
  • Overleaf / LaTeX (documentation + scientific formatting)
  • VS Code
  • Jupyter Notebook
  • CLI (zsh, bash)

Academic Exposure (Have worked with them in academic/work settings in the past)

  • C/C++ (research-level data analysis and UI tool programming)
  • MATLAB (undergraduate research use)
  • Java (introductory OOP coursework)
  • Linux (Ubuntu environments)
  • OriginPro, ROOT (physics-focused data visualization)
  • LabVIEW (instrumentation control/UI workflows)
  • Mathematica (numerical modeling)

Basic Knowledge / Actively Developing

  • SQL (basics - querying, filtering, joins)
  • React (component-based prototyping, UI exploration)
  • Node.js (runtime environment for JavaScript-based projects)
  • BeautifulSoup (Python-based web scraping)
  • TensorFlow, PyTorch (machine learning fundamentals + coursework models)

I'm motivated by:

  • Turning complex data into validated, clear insights for evidence-based decision-making
  • Learning through experimentation and curiosity
  • Solving interesting puzzles and problems
  • Innovating and creating new devices/processes/etc. that are useful
  • Improving STEM education for underrepresented groups

Feel free to explore my latest project repos or reach out on LinkedIn as I'm happy to connect or collaborate!

  • Based in Charlottetown, PEI | Open to remote/hybrid roles in data analytics/engineering/science

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  1. survey-analysis-tool survey-analysis-tool Public

    Survey analysis toolkit developed for evaluating education programs. Provides functions for loading raw survey exports, cleaning and organizing the data, calculating summary statistics, and produci…

    Python 1

  2. sncplus_spectral_analysis sncplus_spectral_analysis Public

    Analysis and visualization tool for spectral data developed for the SNO+ supernova calibration source. Includes data loading, uncertainty handling, plotting, and optional weighted linear fitting wi…

    Python 1