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This was my first time using Tableau, and the learning curve surprised me. I went in thinking I would drag a few fields onto the screen and instantly build visualizations. Instead, I discovered that meaningful dashboards require an understanding of how Tableau handles data and how to use tools like COUNT and dual-axis charts to bring a large dataset to life. Working with more than a decade of FAA bird strike records taught me the…
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In this post, I explore how effective dashboard design transforms complex data into clear, actionable insights. Drawing from principles of visual communication, I look at how tools like Tableau bring simplicity and storytelling to data visualization while maintaining security and flexibility. The piece also highlights new advances such as Tableau Cloud Private Connections and compares leading alternatives like Power BI, Looker, and Sigma. Ultimately, the goal is to understand how thoughtful design makes data more…
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This weekend, I took my Raspberry Pi sensor project a step further by connecting it to Google Firestore. What started as a simple setup that wrote temperature, humidity, and soil moisture data to a Google Sheet is now part of a growing workflow that stores, analyzes, and delivers real-time insights through AI and automation. This post walks through the process, what I learned, and where it’s headed next.
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MCP is an emerging open standard that allows AI systems to connect with tools like Gmail, Google Calendar, or agricultural sensors through a single shared interface. It represents a shift from one-off automations to intelligent, coordinated workflows where AI collaborates with people rather than replacing them.
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This was a new concept to me until it was introduced by my MIS professor during class. The idea of using delimiters in prompting. Like most concepts I want to fully understand, I’m choosing to write about it. Writing helps me process what I’ve learned and refine how I apply it in practice. Over time, […]
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Field to Cloud is a space where I write about new technologies, trends in agriculture, and the ideas I’m exploring through my work and studies….