Nolan Coetzee

Data/Business Analyst

Projects

Featured Work

Spotify Project

Amplifying Spotify: Song Popularity Analysis

Python

In this dynamic educational project, our team of five "collaborated" with Spotify to boost revenue through cutting-edge machine learning innovation. We engineered a trio of predictive models: a neural network, logistic regression, and decision tree to pinpoint songs with hit potential, empowering Spotify to recommend chart-toppers to users with precision. After rigorous testing, our neural network emerged as the star performer, delivering unparalleled value and insights.

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Decriminalization and Drug Overdose: Insights from British Columbia

R Programming

In a groundbreaking shift in drug policy, British Columbia, Canada, has decriminalized the personal possession of small amounts of certain illegal drugs including cocaine, methamphetamine, ecstasy, and opioids—from January 2023 to January 2026. Under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, adults in the province can now carry these substances in public spaces without facing criminal charges. This bold experiment positions British Columbia at the forefront of rethinking how society addresses substance use, sparking debate about its implications for public health.

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BC Project
Concert Venue Project

Concert Venue Database Management

SQL

Our team of 3 took on the challenge of creating our own Concert Venue. This meant creating, connecting and managing a Concert Venue database. From concession stands, to performers, to advertising, we developed over 15 entities and connected them all through SQL.

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Website Portfolio

JavaScript

I woke up one day convinced I needed a website, so I built one with zero clue what I was doing - now I know the full stack. Click the GitHub link to see my code!

GitHub
Website Project

Expertise

A brief overview of my skills and specialties

Programming Languages

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With a strong foundation in Python and JavaScript from self-directed learning, complemented by formal SQL and R training at VCU, I bring a versatile skill set and a deep passion for crafting efficient, innovative solutions through code.

Machine Learning Models

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With extensive experience across diverse machine learning models and hands-on work developing a large language model, I possess a deep understanding of leveraging these tools to deliver effective, outcome-driven solutions.

Presentable Insights

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With a talent for simplifying complex data insights for non-technical audiences, I combine strong communication and presentation skills to deliver clear, actionable value from analytics.