In an everchanging and uncertain world of data, Abi believes that simplicity is key. Self Service BI is at its best when built over a strong foundation allowing users to easily create actionable insights. Whilst working as a technical specialist in a large Audit team, Abi rebuilt the underlying data structure of the Digital Audit instead of creating a dynamic ETL solution – recognising that this would be a more manageable and robust solution after he left.
Abi loves a challenge. Whilst on placement he was tasked with creating a Power App with no prior knowledge. He was able to go from nothing to a working PoC Power App in two weeks utilising online resources to learn about Power Apps and Power Automate whilst keeping up with a semi-weekly sprint structure. Abi is an avid learner and has used this experience as inspiration to continue learning about the Power Platform and more (see GitHub).
At The Information Lab, he is playing an active role in revamping the Data School curriculum to introduce Power BI, alongside Tableau and Alteryx. Prior to the joining the Data School Abi was a tutor and enjoys helping the community learn. Whilst at the University of Liverpool he held many doctor sessions as well as an introduction to Tableau crash course.
Abi is not afraid to ask questions to better understand a client’s needs. Whilst working with a cruise package firm, he was tasked with creating a solution to reduce inefficiencies in the cruise package. After working closely with the client, he was able to understand the cruise package system, decompose it and create a solution that would allow any passenger to mix and match their packages to increase the number available to them.
Following his Economics and Statistics degree at UCL, Abi is eager to maximise his time at the data school; engaging with various industries, refining his communication abilities, and leveraging his previous experience participating in Tamil public speaking events to become a well-rounded consultant and analyst.