In this podcast episode you can learn about: • the latest methods in statistical analysis (ex. nearest neighbor); • the exciting R&D being done at HIVERY in developing the world's first AI trade promotional solution for CPGs and retailers; • how Carlos (and his team) works through a sophisticated AI model design to solve a customer problem where, given the number of different business goals, product SKUs and constraints, there are more possibilities to solve it than literally the number of atoms in the universe; • the importance of relationships between data scientists and software engineers (similar to UI designers and software engineers, listen to Luke's podcast); • tips to transition from software engineering to data science. Key ingredient: Passion. • the balance between study and work at HIVERY