Tyler Badame
Lake Forest
Summary
Analytical AI and Data Specialist with expertise in SQL, Python, and data analytics, currently advancing skills in applied AI systems such as retrieval-augmented generation and agent-based workflows. Actively pursuing degrees in Psychology and Business Data Analytics & Database while leveraging hands-on experience to derive actionable insights and develop AI solutions that enhance data quality and streamline workflows.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
AI Fellow - LLM Research & Development
Handshake
11.2025 - 02.2026
- Evaluated large language models (LLMs) to optimize prompt effectiveness, enhancing model responsiveness
- Conducted structured analysis of LLM outputs, improving accuracy and reasoning for better model performance
- Collaborated on model validation, implementing rubric-based scoring systems to ensure consistency and reliability
Founder
Olas Por Favor
01.2016 - 01.2025
- Established and managed surf-inspired e-commerce brand, driving customer engagement and loyalty
- Analyzed customer data and sales trends to guide strategic business decisions
- Addressed real-time issues to improve customer experience and satisfaction
Front Desk Receptionist & Concierge
Newport Beach Hotel - Four Sisters Inn
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Coordinated front office operations and managed local logistics
Education
AS - Business Data Analytics & Database
Saddleback College
Remote08-2026
BA - Psychology
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA05-2026
Skills
- LLM Evaluation
- Model Validation
- Prompt Engineering
- Data Cleaning
- Data Visualization
- Data Storytelling
- Statistical Analysis
- Python
- SQL
- Relational Databases
- Agentic AI
- Tableau
- Model performance assessment
- Algorithm evaluation
- Research methodology
Languages
- English, Native speaker
- Spanish, Very good command
Certification
Working with the Open AI API
- DataCamp
- DataCamp
Timeline
AI Fellow - LLM Research & Development
Handshake
11.2025 - 02.2026
Front Desk Receptionist & Concierge
Newport Beach Hotel - Four Sisters Inn
01.2020 - 01.2021
Founder
Olas Por Favor
01.2016 - 01.2025
AS - Business Data Analytics & Database
Saddleback College
BA - Psychology
San Diego State University