portfolio

Analyze Demographic Factors and Predict College Completion

This project analyzed 2022–2023 college degree completions across 16,000+ U.S. institutions to uncover the strongest demographic predictors of success.

  • Key Findings:
    • Female completions were the most influential factor.
    • Non-traditional students (ages 25–39) play a critical role in completions.
    • Random Forest achieved ~99% accuracy, outperforming logistic regression and decision trees.

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Analyze Trends and Predict College Enrollment

This project analyzed Fall 2023 U.S. college enrollment data (115K records, 5,900+ institutions) to uncover demographic patterns and predict graduate enrollment.

  • Key Findings:
    • Women consistently outnumber men in enrollment, with the gap widening at the graduate level (60.6% vs. 39.4%).
    • Hispanic student representation drops sharply from undergrad (25.6%) to graduate (15.2%).
    • Institutional size distribution is highly skewed (median 588 vs. mean 3,332).
  • **Models Utilized: Linear Regression, Decision Trees, and Random Forest.
    • Best performer: Random Forest (R² ≈ 0.78, MAE ~631).
    • Strongest predictors of graduate enrollment: female enrollment and Asian student representation.

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Interactive Web-based TEA District Ratings 21-22 Side-by-Side Comparison Tool

This project transforms complex Texas Education Agency district performance data into an accessible, interactive web-based comparison tool. Users can easily compare multiple districts side-by-side, making informed decisions about educational institutions through clean data visualization and intuitive design.

  • Key Features:
    • Side-by-Side Comparison: Compare multiple districts simultaneously with a clean, organized layout
    • Interactive Search & Filter: Quickly find district performance metrics
    • Responsive Design: Optimized for desktop and mobile viewing experiences
    • Interactive Data Display: Instant updates as users modify their selections
    • Performance Metrics Visualization: Clear presentation of key educational indicators
    • Clean User Interface: Minimalist design focused on usability and data clarity
  • Technologies Used:
    • HTML5: Semantic markup and accessibility-focused structure
    • CSS3: Modern styling with responsive design principles
    • Vanilla JavaScript: Dynamic functionality and DOM manipulation
    • Data Processing and Preparation: Utilized various file formats and processes for cleaning and structuring TEA dataset
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Interactive Web-based TEA School Ratings 21-22 Side-by-Side Comparison Tool

This project transforms complex Texas Education Agency school performance data into an accessible, interactive web-based comparison tool. Users can easily compare multiple schools side-by-side, making informed decisions about educational institutions through clean data visualization and intuitive design.

  • Key Features:
    • Side-by-Side Comparison: Compare multiple schools simultaneously with a clean, organized layout
    • Interactive Search & Filter: Quickly find school performance metrics
    • Interactive Data Display: Instant updates as users modify their selections
    • Performance Metrics Visualization: Clear presentation of key educational indicators
    • Clean User Interface: Minimalist design focused on usability and data clarity
  • Technologies Used:
    • HTML5: Semantic markup and accessibility-focused structure
    • CSS3: Modern styling with responsive design principles
    • Vanilla JavaScript: Dynamic functionality and DOM manipulation
    • Data Processing and Preparation: Utilized various file formats and processes for cleaning and structuring TEA dataset
🔗 View Live DemoGitHub Repository

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Undergraduate course, University 1, Department, 2014

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Teaching experience 2

Workshop, University 1, Department, 2015

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