Carl AndersoninWW Tech BlogFrom 0 to 60 (Models) in Two Years: Building Out an Impactful Data Science FunctionIn 2018, I was hired to help WW build out a data science function. At the time, there was just a single junior data scientist and zero…Dec 3, 20205Dec 3, 20205
Carl Anderson2019 LookML Open-Source State of the UnionAs Looker’s annual JOIN event was being put together for 2019, something was different from years past. Whereas in 2018, open-source LookML…Nov 6, 20191Nov 6, 20191
Carl AndersoninWW Tech BlogReleasing lookml-tools: better Looker code, user experience, and data governanceAt WW, we leverage Looker as our primary business intelligence tool. This helps us understand our business and enhance our member…Jun 10, 20191Jun 10, 20191
Carl AndersonPersonalization: a lexiconPersonalization is a major component of many online and offline websites and services. By understanding their users and producing content…Apr 21, 2019Apr 21, 2019
Carl AndersonNorth Star or sign post metrics: which should one optimize?Consider Netflix. They provide a platform with video content that people watch. What might be their primary KPI for online A/B tests…Nov 25, 2018Nov 25, 2018
Carl AndersonSelf-Driving Cars PartnershipsConfused about whom is working with whom on developing, delivering, and operating self driving cars? So was I. Thus, to catch up, I…Nov 4, 2018Nov 4, 2018
Carl AndersonData Dictionary: a how to and best practicesA data dictionary is a list of key terms and metrics with definitions, a business glossary. While it is sounds simple, almost trivial, its…Jun 21, 20185Jun 21, 20185
Carl AndersonWhat We Know About Autonomous VehiclesA comprehensive guide to the state of self-driving techMar 27, 201817Mar 27, 201817
Carl AndersonWhen Waze no longer need humansWhen will Waze no longer need people? Currently, Waze users tag vehicles stopped on the side of road, debris, slowed traffic, and those…Feb 9, 2018Feb 9, 2018
Carl AndersonData Analysis in Virtual RealityI’ve been doing data analysis for quite a few years but this week I had an entirely novel experience: data analysis in virtual reality.Oct 21, 20161Oct 21, 20161