BIO

Hi. Dave Liu here. I am an e-comm veteran, an analytical thinker, a problem solver, and a student of data science. My interests include: human behavior and interaction, payments fraud, social networks and communication as seen through the lens of the data we generate and consume. I have an eye for detail and a passion for quality. I love the artful use of language in communication. Let me know how we can work together to have an impact on our world.

Education and Experience Highlights:

  • Ithaca High School Ithaca, NY 1994-1999.
  • Training NonCommissioned Officer, CBIRF, USMC 1997-1999.
  • Basic Firefighter. Ithaca NY, NYSFA 2001.
  • Cognitive Psychology, Cornell University, 2001-2005. completed major requirements w/concentration in visual studies
  • Account Fraud Prevention & Mitigation, Elecronic Money Order Corp. Austin, TX 2005-2006.
  • Software QA Eng; E-comm Fraud Detection design and operation, Tobi.com SF,CA 2006-2010.
  • IT Director; Azalea Boutique, Inc. San Francisco, CA, 2010-2020.
  • Fundamental and advanced DS Student, Lambda School, SF, CA, 2020-Present.

Recent Skills and Technologies:

  • Python, SQL, JS
  • Bash, Windows Powershell
  • Apache, Nginx, SAMBA, Postgres, Sinatra
  • Product Management
  • Business process design
  • Integrations

Ecomm Platforms & Business software:

  • AWS Infrastructure: EC2, RDS, S3, VPC, Route 53
  • Container Virtualization: Proxmox VE, virtio,
  • Shopify, Prestashop, Magento
  • Netsuite ERP : Admin, Customization, Integrations

Prior Certifications:

  • National Registry EMT-D
  • SCBA / LEVEL A HAZMAT
  • NYS Ext / Int Firefighter I
  • Rifle Expert
  • SECRET Security Clearance