When I was writing essays at school and university, I always began by defining my terms. This was no great hardship – I find words and etymology terribly interesting. It also served me well. There is a reason that it is a staple of essay-writers everywhere: through definitions, key issues and points of contention come … More What (On Earth) is AI?
I get asked a lot what I’m studying at university. When I reply with “data science”, I have come to expect a momentary flicker of panic on the person’s face before they reply with “oh right!”. It’s an encounter that will be familiar to anyone who has done a degree in something outside of National … More Defining Data Science
I began this blog by introducing myself and my newfound love of data science. What I didn’t do was explain the title: ‘Cryptic Meg’. ‘Meg’ is simple of course – it is a shortening of Megan, and what some people call me. ‘Cryptic’ is more complicated. The word occurred to me originally because I enjoy … More Being Cryptic
Cryptic Meg 