Data & AI
Machine learning, statistical analysis, NLP and responsible AI systems.
Instrument Mechanician · Educator · Data Professional
Turning complex technology into real-world solutions.
Exploring data, AI, software and connected systems through practical projects.
Breaking something is just the unseen cost of learning.
— Gareth GrantExplore my background
My journey at a glance.
Choose an area to see the fuller story, evidence and experience behind my work.
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My story
The journey from industrial instrumentation to data analytics and computer science education.
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Experience
A detailed career history across teaching, technical systems, operations and client delivery.
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Projects
Software, IoT, computer vision, AI and data projects with direct links to the code.
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Research & education
Research interests, academic work, qualifications and continuing professional development.
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Contact & résumé
Professional profiles, supporting documents and the best ways to get in touch.
Explore this chapter01 · About
Technology should solve real problems.
I am a Computer Science lecturer at Emeris, formerly Varsity College. My work brings together technical expertise, strategic thinking and practical industry experience to help people understand and apply technology.
My path—from qualified Instrument Mechanician, to a BCom in Strategic Management, to postgraduate Data Analytics—gives me a grounded view of technology at the intersection of systems, people and decisions.
“Nothing in life is to be feared, it is only to be understood. Now is the time to understand more, so that we may fear less.” — Marie Curie
Software
Useful applications that turn technical workflows into clear experiences.
IoT
Connected devices, sensors and practical systems built for the real world.
Education
Teaching that connects concepts, code and confident problem-solving.
02 · Experience
From industrial systems to the classroom.
Hands-on technical work, operational leadership and education—connected by a practical, problem-solving mindset.
Emeris (formerly Varsity College)
Lecturer · Computer Science
Teach programming and problem-solving with an emphasis on Python, machine learning and data science. Create practical workshops and assessments, contribute to curriculum delivery and mentor students in technical ability and professional confidence.
O&O Analytics
Senior Technician
Worked across marine, commercial and industrial environments with analytical instrumentation, compressed-gas systems, CEMS, oily-water separators, site assessments, system design, installation, maintenance and technical reporting.
Ace of Base
Operations Manager
Managed logistics, staff and operating processes while tracking national sales activity across three stores.
Rossi · Bali Pools
Customer Relations Assistant / Team Leader
Supported customer communication and logistics at Rossi, and coordinated pool installation and maintenance teams and client delivery at Bali Pools.
03 · Instrumentation
Built on real systems.
My instrumentation work includes continuous emissions monitoring systems, compressed-gas supply and distribution, industrial automation and analytical equipment.
- Installed, commissioned and maintained CEMS equipment, sample conditioning and data acquisition systems.
- Designed, installed and troubleshot compressed-gas systems with attention to performance and safety.
- Serviced Deckma and Brannstrom oily-water monitoring systems for marine regulatory compliance.
- Recovered flood-damaged CFR cetane and octane engines through inspection, restoration, electrical work and testing.
04 · GitHub projects
Projects built to be useful.
Current public work across live data, education, computer vision and IoT.
All repositories01
OSINT · REACT · THREE.JS
Global Situation Dashboard
A real-time situational-awareness platform combining a 3D globe with cyber, disaster, space, aviation and maritime intelligence.
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REACT · FIREBASE · EDUCATION
Classroom Quiz
A live teacher-led quiz experience with QR joining, timed questions, realtime scoring and a classroom leaderboard.
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IOT · SENSORS · OPENWEATHER
ESP8266 Weather Station
A dual-mode weather station combining local temperature, humidity, pressure and light sensors with live weather data.
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PYTHON · OPENCV · MEDIAPIPE
Hand Tracking Mouse Control
Computer-vision mouse control using real-time hand tracking, pinch gestures, movement, clicking and dragging.
05 · Data science & machine learning
Analysis with a clear question behind it.
Selected notebook studies from my postgraduate and independent work.
- 01Linear Regression Analysis of CO₂ Emissions in Canadian Vehicles
- 02Star Classification with Supervised Machine Learning
- 03Text Processing and NLP for Meaningful Data Analysis
- 04IMDB Sentiment Analysis with Recurrent Neural Networks
- 05Credit Card Fraud Detection with Logistic Regression
- 06Image Classification with Convolutional Neural Networks
06 · Research
Evidence before assumptions.
UNPUBLISHED RESEARCH PAPER
The application of the interquartile range method for outlier detection on South African industrial air pollutants.
My wider research interests include statistical rigour, dependable inference, model evaluation and the responsible use of data in real decisions.
07 · Education
A multidisciplinary foundation.
Postgraduate Diploma in Data AnalyticsFirst in class · 92%
BCom in Strategic Management82% average
Qualified Instrument MechanicianIndustrial instrumentation · automation · process control
Short coursesHTML & CSS · Relational Databases & SQL · Python for Beginners
Leadership
Clarity, collaboration and accountability.
My approach combines a clear vision with defined roles and a supportive environment. I lead with a hands-on mindset, bridge strategy with execution and encourage open communication, shared learning and mutual respect.
Mentorship, integrity and consistency matter—whether I am guiding a technical team, helping a student grow or turning an idea into something testable.
08 · Connect
Ideas are better when they become something.
Based in South Africa. Open to conversations around technology, education, data and practical innovation.