SQL · Power BI
Python · Pandas
Tableau · DAX
GPA 4.00 ✦
Dean's List
Data Analyst  ·  Business Analyst

GayathriKota

Turning raw data into decisions that move businesses forward

From the moment numbers made sense to me, I knew data was my language. I build analytical systems, dashboards, and insights that do not just inform — they drive real, measurable change.

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About Me

Ever since I was a child, I have been drawn to patterns — the way numbers tell stories that words sometimes cannot. That early curiosity grew into a deep passion for data science and business analytics, where I transform complex datasets into clear, strategic narratives that drive real decisions.

I am a Senior at Arizona State University pursuing a B.S. in Data Science with a concentration in Computer Science & Business, holding a perfect 4.00 GPA and a Certification in Applied Business Data Analytics. Whether crafting Power BI dashboards, engineering secure applications, building autonomous robotics systems, or running A/B tests on real web traffic, I bring the same precision, curiosity, and care to every project.

"Data is not just numbers — it is the language of reality, waiting to be read."
Excellence Award — Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering, ASU · Apr 2024Recognized for outstanding performance and measurable student impact across two consecutive semesters.
Sun Award x3 — ASU School of Molecular Sciences · 2023-2026Awarded three times for exceptional contributions and consistent high performance.
New American University Scholarship — ASUMerit-based scholarship renewed each academic year for demonstrated excellence.
Dean's List — All Semesters · Jan 2023 – PresentMaintained a perfect 4.00 GPA every semester at Arizona State University.
4.00
GPA · Dean's List
2+
Years Experience
500+
Students Mentored
4x
Awards & Honors
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Skills & Expertise

Languages & Query
SQLPythonDAXJOINs & CTEsWindow Functions
BI & Visualization
Power BITableauPlotlyMatplotlibDashboard Design
Python Libraries
PandasNumPyScikit-learnSeabornPlotly
Analytics & Methods
EDAA/B TestingKPI ReportingStatistical AnalysisRandom Forest
Excel & Productivity
Microsoft ExcelPivotTablesXLOOKUPPower QueryOffice Suite
Tools & Workflow
Git & GitHubJiraConfluenceAgile / ScrumJava · JavaFX
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Featured Projects

Project · 001 · Spring 2025
Intel Data Center Location Analysis

Constructed 10+ SQL queries using JOINs, CTEs, UNION ALL, and aggregations to model data from 3 relational datasets across 13 U.S. regions. Built full Power BI and Tableau reports with DAX expressions, automating KPI calculations and reducing manual analysis time by 40%. Delivered a data-driven recommendation identifying the Northwest as optimal for ESG sustainability and cost-efficiency.

SQLPower BITableauDAXData Modeling
Project · 002 · Spring 2025
Grammy Awards Web Analytics & A/B Testing

Executed end-to-end analytics using Python on 3+ years of web traffic data, computing KPIs that revealed a 25% improvement in session duration post-split. Analyzed A/B test on CTA conversion — test group outperformed control by 33%. Created Excel models with PivotTables and XLOOKUP; authored executive memo with strategic recommendations.

PythonPandasNumPyPlotlySQLExcelA/B Testing
Project · 003 · Spring 2025
Netflix Content Analysis & ML Classification

Analyzed 8,807+ Netflix titles to uncover content trends and build predictive models. Applied Random Forest Classification to predict Movie vs. TV Show type. Used K-Means Clustering with elbow method to discover 4 natural content groupings. Duration was the top predictive feature across all models.

PythonPandasScikit-learnRandom ForestK-MeansSeabornPCA
Project · 004 · Fall 2024
Adaptive Learning Support Platform (ALSP)

Co-built a full-stack role-based help system for ASU's CSE 360 course across 4 development phases. Implemented secure login, role-based access control, article management with encryption, backup/restore, and special access groups. Full JUnit test coverage — perfect scores all phases, zero rework required.

JavaJavaFXRBACEncryptionJUnitGitHub
Project · 005 · Fall 2024
LEGO Autonomous Wheelchair-Accessible Car

Engineered a self-driving LEGO Mindstorms vehicle designed for individuals with disabilities. Programmed autonomous navigation using ultrasonic sensors for real-time obstacle detection, color-sensor traffic logic, and a MATLAB keyboard-controlled manual override. Featured a sliding wheelchair ramp and wireless remote operation.

MATLABLEGO EV3Ultrasonic SensorsRoboticsAutonomous Systems
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Certifications & Badges

Global Career Accelerator x Intel
Data Analysis for Sustainability Project
SQLData AnalysisCommunicating Insights
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Global Career Accelerator x Recording Academy
Website Audience Analysis Project
Data VisualizationGrouping & SummarizingIntercultural Teamwork
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Arizona State University
Coding for Data Program
SQLPythonData Analytics
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Global Career Accelerator x ASU
Python Specialist Badge
Python ProgrammingData AnalyticsSpecialist Level
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Global Career Accelerator x ASU
SQL Specialist Badge
SQL QueryingDatabase ManagementSpecialist Level
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Work Experience

Jul 2023 — Present
Data & Research Analyst
Arizona State University · Tempe, AZ · Part-time
  • Developed a SQL/Excel data tracking system reducing data retrieval time by 50%, cutting manual reporting effort by 3+ hours weekly
  • Built and maintained Power BI and Excel analytical dashboards enabling data-driven decision-making for 4+ cross-functional stakeholder teams
  • Standardized documentation workflows across teams, improving data accuracy by 30% and significantly reducing audit preparation time
Aug 2023 — Present
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant
ASU — Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering · Tempe, AZ
  • Supported 500+ students across 6 courses — CSE100, CSE310, CSE240, CSE205, FSE100, ASU101 — covering algorithms, data structures, OOP, C++, and Java
  • Managed Canvas LMS and delivered one-on-one technical coaching to students with diverse academic backgrounds
  • Communicated complex technical concepts clearly, receiving consistent positive feedback on instructional accuracy
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Education & Awards

Academic Background
B.S. in Data Science
Concentration: Computer Science & Business
Arizona State University — Tempe, Arizona
Jan 2023 — Dec 2026
GPA: 4.00 Dean's List: All Semesters Cert. Applied Business Data Analytics
Relevant Coursework
Data Structures & Algorithms SQL & Database Management Business Analytics Machine Learning Statistical Analysis
Honors & Awards
Excellence Award
Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering, ASU · Apr 2024
Recognized for outstanding performance and measurable student impact across two consecutive semesters.
Sun Award x3
ASU School of Molecular Sciences · 2023–2026
Awarded three times for exceptional contributions and consistent high performance.
New American University Scholarship
Arizona State University · Jan 2023 – Present
Merit-based scholarship renewed each year for demonstrated academic excellence.
Dean's List — All Semesters
College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, ASU · Jan 2023 – Present
Maintained a perfect 4.00 GPA every semester.

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