Melissa Maldonado-LLM Trainer & Course Developer
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LLM Trainer & Course Developer
Freelance
- Design and teach LLMs: The Basics & More, a seminar that explores the inner workings of LLMs and equips participants with the knowledge to craft better prompts and set realistic expectations for what LLMs can actually deliver.
- The course touches on different models.
- Offers various prompt strategies.
- Wraps up with practical case studies relevant to the client’s industry.
Tech Writer & Researcher
Freelance
- Research and write articles on the latest technological innovations, contact policies, studies, and insights as both a ghost writer for various publications including Towards Data Science and The Startup.
- Write bi-weekly German newsletter.
Public Policy
- Maintain valuable relationships with politicians, ministries, stakeholders, and safety partners in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
- Escalate high-level user issues and complaints (IP/legal, technical, optimization queries).
- Write and translate internal reports and briefing materials.
- Organize Meet Facebook@BASE_camp and Facebook Talks.
- Developed a specialized focus on technology regulation and its impact on innovation.
eContent Developer
Babbel
- Conceptualize, create, and upload content for various English language learning courses for Babbel’s online and app language learning platforms.
- Perform frontend integration in IDE.
eTesting Developer
telc
- Develop concept for implementation of eTesting alongside current paper-based language tests.
- Conduct research and evaluate market position and competition.
Independent Translator
Self-employed
- Provide technical, policy, and legal translation for Facebook.
- Conduct academic translation for Universität Braunschweig.
- Perform medical translation for ProBioGen and Epigenomics.
- Provide arts and leisure translation for Tanzbüro Berlin and others.
eContent Developer
LinguaTV
- Conceptualize and develop scripts for English film series, video tutorials, and English language learning programs.
- Develop three language courses including learning materials, interactive lessons (Adobe Captivate, Hot Potatoes), and trainer handbooks.
Industry experience
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Experienced in Information Technology, Media and Entertainment, Education, Arts and Crafts, and Biotechnology.
Business area experience
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Experienced in Marketing, Research and Development, Information Technology, Product Development, Legal, and Business Intelligence.
Summary
Accomplished technology writer with over a decade of experience tracking tech trends for leading companies. Following a policy role at Facebook, developed a specialized focus on technology regulation and its impact on innovation. Proven ability to design and launch impactful training courses, including a recent, comprehensive program on large-language model (LLM) implementation for professionals.
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Education
Columbia University
Bachelor’s · Art History, Criticism and Conservation · New York, United States
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Melissa is based in Berlin, Germany.
Melissa speaks the following languages: English (Native), German (Advanced), Spanish (Advanced).
Melissa has at least 18 years of experience. During this time, Melissa has worked in at least 6 different roles and for 6 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 6 months. Note that Melissa may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
Based on recent experience, Melissa would be well-suited for roles such as: LLM Trainer & Course Developer, Tech Writer & Researcher, Public Policy.
Melissa's most recent position is LLM Trainer & Course Developer at Freelance.
In recent years, Melissa has worked for Freelance.
Melissa is most experienced in industries like Information Technology, Media and Entertainment, and Education. Melissa also has some experience in Arts and Crafts and Biotechnology.
Melissa is most experienced in business areas like Marketing, Research and Development, and Information Technology. Melissa also has some experience in Product Development, Legal, and Business Intelligence.
Melissa has recently worked in industries like Information Technology, Media and Entertainment, and Education.
Melissa has recently worked in business areas like Marketing, Research and Development, and Information Technology.
Melissa holds a Bachelor in Art History, Criticism and Conservation from Columbia University.
The availability of Melissa needs to be confirmed.
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