Hi, I’m Rishika Kotta — a Data Scientist with 3+ years of experience in AI, Data Science, and Analytics, currently working at Experian and formerly at Titan Company Ltd. I work on building real-world ML solutions — like credit scoring models, Generative AI-based health insights, and data-driven user engagement systems. I’m skilled in Python, SQL, PySpark, LLMs, and cloud platforms like AWS & Azure ML, and I hold a Google Advanced Data Analytics Certificate and a MicroMasters in Machine Learning from MITx. But beyond the tools and titles — my journey is one of transformation. I started out as someone who had stage fright, hesitant to speak even in small groups. I was once the student nervously presenting my college project, afraid of being judged. Today, I’m a speaker, moderator, panelist, and even a judge at data science events — guiding and evaluating others’ work with confidence and joy. Through community events, podcasts, LinkedIn (5K+ followers), and 1:1 mentoring, I’ve turned that fear into purpose — and now, I help others do the same. 🔹 If you’re from a non-tech background, 🔹 If you’re scared to speak, share, or even start, 🔹 If you feel like you don’t belong in tech — Know this: I’ve been there. Now I help learners and professionals: • Start from scratch and build confidence in data tools • Transition from completely different fields into data & AI • Practice speaking about their work, telling their story, and building their personal brand • Go from “I don’t know enough” to “Let me show you what I’ve built” If I can grow from a student who feared speaking — to someone who now inspires others to own their voice in the data world, so can you. Let’s connect — whether you need technical help, career guidance, or the courage to speak your data journey out loud — I’d love to be part of your transformation. The journey to a Data Scientist has been marked by a commitment to precision and innovation. By implementing advanced algorithms and data visualization tools, we have improved data-driven strategies. My educational background and certifications in Data Science and Data Analytics have been instrumental in advancing my technical capabilities, enabling me to contribute effectively to our team's success. With a foundation in Data Science from Christ University, I've honed my skills in Python, SQL, LLMs, Dashboaring tools and effective communication to develop automated data solutions and optimize processes.