Hi there!
My name is Patricia and I’m a Deep Learning Solutions Architect at NVIDIA. I’ve been working as a researcher and data scientist for many years now, and have experience with a wide range of problems, including computer vision, natural language processing, deep learning, machine learning, facial recognition, seismic visualization, and real estate pricing.
I enjoy working with data and finding new ways to solve problems. My goal is to help others use data to improve their businesses and make better decisions.I’m excited to talk with you about my experience and how I utilize deep learning in my work.
How do I see mentoring?
I see mentoring as a journey, one that I have been on for over 25 years. I am fortunate to have had many mentors throughout my life and career. Mentoring has certainly been a two-way street, as I have had the opportunity to mentor many people over the years. My advice to those interested in mentoring is to be yourself, be open, be honest and be receptive to feedback and suggestions.
A mentoring relationship should be built on trust and respect, and it is important to understand each other’s expectations. I believe mentoring can be a very rewarding experience for both the mentor and the mentee. It is an opportunity to share your knowledge and experience, and to learn from each other.
Why did you decide to become a mentor?
I became a mentor because I wanted to be able to give back to my community and help others achieve their goals. I also thought it would be a great way to network and meet new people.
I expected that I would be able to help my mentee grow and develop as a professional and that I would learn new things myself. I also expected to build relationships and have a positive impact on someone’s career.
So far, being a mentor has been a great experience. I have been able to help my mentee grow and develop, and I have learned new things myself. I have also built relationships and had a positive impact on someone’s career.
How did you get your career start?
I always loved computers and knew that I wanted to have a career in technology. However, I wasn’t sure what specific area I wanted to focus on. In college, I took a variety of computer science courses and eventually found my passion in computer graphics. After graduation, I decided to pursue my Ph.D. in this field so that I could become an expert in the area.
During my Ph.D. studies, I had the opportunity to work on computer vision projects. This was my first real exposure to the industry and I loved it. After completing my Ph.D., I decided to pursue a career in data science. I worked for a real estate company for two years, where I used my skills to help analyze data and make predictions about the housing market.
In 2020, I joined Nvidia as a Solution Architect on Natural Language Processing. This is a field that I’m extremely passionate about. I love working on projects that help computers understand complex human language. I believe that this field has the potential to make a real impact on the world and I’m excited to continue working on it for the next few years.
What do mentees usually come to you for?
I typically start my mentorship sessions by having the mentee describe their current situation and what their specific goals are. From there, we chat about what their background is in terms of data science and programming. I ask them to walk me through their current portfolio, and we discuss what projects they enjoyed working on the most and why. Finally, we discuss their future goals and what they are working on to achieve them.
We then move on to talking about what their study routine looks like and how they are approaching learning new concepts. I guide how to best tackle difficult topics and how to find resources that fit their learning style. I also talk about the tools that I use daily and how they can be incorporated into the mentee’s workflow.
We discuss communication and how to best communicate their findings to different audiences. I provide tips and tricks on how to make complex topics understandable to a layperson and how to effectively communicate with team members. Finally, it is important to think about the different ways in which people are likely to understand your message. Contacting someone already familiar with your topic to get their perspective can be very helpful in improving your communication.
What’s been your favorite mentorship success story so far?
My favorite mentorship success story so far is a mom that I helped get a job as a data scientist. She had been out of work for a while and was struggling to find a job that fit her skill set. After working with her for a few months, I was able to help her land a job at a top tech company. She was so grateful and has since been able to support her family and make a great living.
I have also helped a lot of other people get their start in the tech industry.
What are you getting out of being a mentor?
I love being a mentor because it allows me to give back to the community and help people who are just starting. I remember how difficult it was when I first started my career and I didn’t have anyone to guide me. Now, I love being able to share my knowledge and experience with others so that they can avoid making the same mistakes I did.
Being a mentor has also helped me improve my leadership skills. I’ve learned how to better communicate with people, how to give constructive feedback, and how to better manage my time. These skills have been invaluable in my career and have helped me become a better leader.
Lastly, being a mentor has helped me boost my confidence. Seeing my mentees succeed and reach their goals is one of the best feelings in the world. It reminds me that I’m good at what I do and that I’m making a difference in people’s lives.
Hey there! If you’re interested in connecting, please visit my profile and send me a message. I look forward to hearing from you!
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