Exploring Dark Data and AI's Influence: A Deep Dive with Data Science Expert Walter Shields The Future in Tech-Powered by LinkedIn Learning 1,199 followers July 10, 2023 In this episode, I talked to Walter Shields, an influential data science expert and passionate teacher. Walter shares his journey in the field, the rising role of Artificial Intelligence, the concept of 'Dark Data', and the evolving landscape of technology in media. His unique insights provide listeners with an enriching perspective on the current state and future direction of data, AI, and media. Walter Shield's Journey and Teaching Passion Walter delved into his personal background (00:59) and the series of events that led him to immerse himself in the world of data and databases. As he found his feet in this new field, he discovered a strong passion for teaching and sharing his newly acquired knowledge, which manifested in a Meetup group (02:38). The surprising success of his Meetup group drew a large audience, affirming his belief in the widespread interest in data learning (07:29). "Those meetups, I got to tell you, they opened my eyes and it's a critical component to really get out in that space and meet others" He expressed his deep-seated desire to make learning about data accessible and interesting. Walter placed a strong emphasis on the qualities of a good teacher, particularly the ability to approach topics from various perspectives (14:49). As he shared his journey, he shed light on his fascination with SQL and its limitless possibilities (16:27). Next Episode Explore the transformative impact of AI and data in advertising and media as we talk with Danny Ma, Principal AI Engineer at Lumos, who shares his expertise in data science and its applications in the industry. Get a Notification AI's Impact and Data Science E