DoctoAid Technology

DoctoAid is a digital, self-diagnosis platform that utilizes an artificial Intelligence inference engine to analyze the data, provides a list of relevant observations and predicts the ailments. It then generates a report and book an appointment with a doctor/medical specialist if request by the user. There is also an insurance element in the DoctoAid application which aids in covering the cost of expensive medical bills for the needy. Users can locate nearby hospitals and make SOS calls in the case of any emergency.

INTRODUCTION TO SINGER

In my last blog, we discussed about some data mining processes which involves the extraction of raw data, transformation and loading of refined and meaningful data (acronym: ETL) .

Now let’s move on to data ingestion using Singer. Singer is an open source ETL tool.  It extracts data and loads with taps and targets. The data exchange format is JSON (JavaScript Object Notation).

The taps and targets communicate over streams.  The data is called the Record, the metadata is called the Schema (which is the description of the data) and the metadata is processed by the State.

The illustration below is a real world example of how singer works.

This results in refined and useful data being made available and applicable in various industries/fields based on the required data needed to enhance their activities and make the more productive.

Looking forward to seeing your comments and views on this interesting topic!

 

THE DATA LAKE AND ITS GLOBAL SIGNIFICANCE

Every day, every minute, every second, millisecond to the duration of time measured in infinity,  data inflow and exchange keeps incrementally changing the dynamics of our world’s systems. The world economies are reliant on the data lake.

Data plays an inevitable role in the way governance, businesses and organizations; both great and small works (operates).

Leading societies in innovation and sustainable development are on top of their game through the effective utilization of continuous data collection, integration and adaption to solve current and forecasted issues in the present generation and the generation to come.

In this blog, I’ll like to introduce some fundamental concepts in data engineering.

Data engineering is a field that involves:

1. The extraction of raw data
2. Its transformation (It has to be refined and cleaned)
3. The loading of useful and interpretable data.

Data engineering basically involves the collection and analysis of data.

Data engineering pipelines (tools and processes) are needed for effective implementation of the various phases of data integration.

The democratization of data increases insights across board. No single entity owns and manages the entirety of data; hence the need for collaboration and the formation of networks among systems in order for them to obtain the needed data applicable to their course of operation.

Data is a valuable resource and  if it is well understood and effectively utilized, it contributes to the advancement of societies. It has now in this present age been a topic of uttermost interest and research exploration used to identify and tackle the pressing issues of everyday living across the globe.

Looking forward to seeing your comments and views on this interesting topic.

Keep learning and building your knowledge base to adapt to the new and upcoming demands and developments of our dynamically, evolving world.

 

 

 

 

 

Dwelling on wrongs or imperfections can’t possibly make things right

The reality is that those that claim to be perfectionists are not perfect and that’s okay. It is best to be appreciated and accepted for  who you are and not what you are(or what you are assumed to be in the minds of people).

Those that dwell on their wrongs actually dwell on the imperfections they wished they never had in the first place and then they end up committing more wrongs. That eventually becomes a self-created obstacle before them which hinders them from moving ahead.

Trying to imitate or wishing to be like people you feel that they have the perfect life you had always wanted isn’t worth it because we are all unique. Figure out and develop your strengths.

Develop your personality. Personality refers to individual differences in characteristic patterns of thinking, feeling and behaving. This makes the individual who he/she is outwardly, mentally, emotionally and even spiritually. There are lots of hidden treasures in you that you are yet to discover. We all have the potential to be great. Believe you are the best of your kind. Believe you’ve got all it takes to be what you desire to be. Accept who you are and express yourself.

A failed attempt isn’t absolute failure

There is a big difference between the fellow that learns from experiences and the one that quits easily. They both had the same experiences of failed attempts but saw things in completely different perspectives. One was strengthened by seeing the situation as an opportunity to do better while the other was weakened by seeing the task before him as an impossibility and then gave up.

The eventual approach towards such outcomes is what determines whether they would lead to failures or successes. A failed attempt is a stage in life which you might encounter when trying to achieve a goal. So, we as individuals decide and are responsible for the ultimate result; be it failure or success.

I’m leaving you with some of Thomas Edison’s (the inventor of the light bulb) quotes

“I have not failed. I’ve just found 10,000 ways that won’t work.”

“Many of life’s failures are people who did not realize how close they were to success when they gave up.”

“Opportunity is missed by most people because it is dressed in overalls and looks like work.”

Looking forward to seeing your comments.

 

Live Inspired

Have you ever asked yourself why you do what you do? What makes you make the choices you make? I would like to point out the fact that what you let into your life matters. Allow things that would keep you inspired into your life. Don’t associate yourself with pessimists – They can’t just see the possibility in anything. They would take you off track. Being among people that like complaining and talking over every issue without providing solutions is actually a complete waste of time and energy that could be used to do something worthwhile. Time is a valuable resource.

I am inspired when I hear of people breaking boundaries, doing things outside the norm. Of course, I mean impactful things.

 

 

 

 

Reading and learning from history is really important. When I mean history, I am talking about events and occurrences that took place in certain eras. It helps you to know what errors had been made and to want to figure out what could be done to fix and correct things. It is one of the ways to discover what has and what is yet to be done or improved upon. Always desire to seeing and making the world a better place to live.

Evergreen Quotes to note

“Be what you want to be and be good at it. Find your niche. We all have significant roles to play in this life irrespective of how little or large they might be.  I would like to give some scenarios. 1. You helped the aged to cross a highway. You just saved a life! 2. You are good at cracking jokes that makes people laugh. That is your strength so build on it. 3. You love fashion, you always know what is trending; pursue it because that is your area of interest. You would always succeed where your passion lies because an inner drive would be developed that would keep you going.”

“Don’t harbour unnecessary thoughts. Most thoughts of such are mostly about one’s self. For instance, you are meant to give a speech and a crowd of people in an auditorium are looking forward to seeing you give it.  You have started panicking and seeing things go wrong.  At that moment, you are meant to divert your focus on the impact that would be made on the lives of the people present. Otherwise, that would be the beginning of an event meant to be remarkable turning into a disaster.”

“Treat people well. This is very obligatory especially if you claim to be concerned about meeting needs of people. You can’t solve the needs of people you don’t care about because the first thing that is needed to be established between you and those you are to influence and help with what you have to offer is Trust. This is because they have entrusted you with a responsibility you had agreed to take upon yourself .You are rendering a service to humanity. For example, your industry is known to produce the best shoes in town and it is being patronized by lots of people; they keep coming to you because they know that you would always do what suits their taste and not fall below their standard.”

“Always seek for self development. Always want to learn something new. Add value to yourself. That way, you are updated and that enables you to be advance in life. Those that claim to know enough of everything remain stagnant.”

“Appreciate every moment of your life. Don’t let the day decide how you should feel or act. Enjoy the time you spent with your loved ones. Enjoy the ride on the journey of life. Always see everyday as special with limitless opportunities to offer. See challenges as stepping stones; these are the things that make your success story interesting and insightful when it is told to others.”

Looking forward to seeing your comments…Have a great day!

 

 

 

Mind Spark!

In my earlier post, I talked about the mind. It is an important issue to address. The state of a nation does not only depict the mindset of the leaders but that of the nation as a whole. An individual’s innovation could solve and meet the demanding needs of millions of people. Think about that! Your mind is not subject to any physical limitation around you. For instance, with the ever increasing standard of living, there a still some people who are able to afford with ease the same things others claim to be exorbitant and there are those who live and send judiciously; living within their means. So this implies one thing- don’t think about the challenges encountered within the environment, focus first on what you’ve got in your mind. That is where the solution is. You can get whatever you want and change circumstances with it. Let me give an example with what we can relate with: a toddler had been crying all day and everyone around wanted some peace and quiet. Guess what the problem was; a candy. The parents refused to get the candy for the child. Someone else got and offered the candy to the child. People were glad that their ear drums could now have some rest after a prolonged endurance. Why? It was because that individual solved the problem; though very little but had great impact.  

My definition of mind spark would be an initiation of thoughts or ideas as a result of you igniting your mind. One of the ways of doing this is by deciding to want to see a change. Be an agent of change whether you are in a small community or in a large one; wherever you reside in the planet. Choose to do that and you would be amazed at the opportunities that would be presented to you. We all have unending needs, meaning that no one can ever get fed up of listening, accepting and acting on solutions offered by people. No one can shut you down for offering the same sets of answers as long as they are applicable to their current needs. It is like a doctor prescribing the same sets of pain relievers to a patient experiencing aches in different parts of the body. Solutions are needed for sustainability and progress in all areas of life.

Picture the world with the scenario above. Everything in it needs improvement. That is why researchers are ever studying it to arrive at outcomes because it is subject to change. Otherwise, it would be a dedicated waste of time doing so. The world is amazing to those who can figure out how to make things work to their advantage. I would leave you with these thoughts: You and I are the reason for the world’s present state. We are the ones to make that great difference just with that spark!

Start well

A good starting point always count. That is what sets the pace and momentum of the plans you desire to accomplish, whether they are long term or short term. It needs proper nurturing like an infant. It’s your brain child. I know sometimes, at a certain point in life, we really want to do a lot of things. Most of the time, they are imminent desires like for instance, you may have a plan today to go to the gym all aimed at achieving probably the desired body shape you’ve always wanted in some months’ time or to have a really cool hair-cut/hair style like that of your favourite celebrity. That would attract some attention. They are in fact, all really good but they are only for a moment. Well, as humans, inner satisfaction is prior to living.

Long term goals are however, inevitable in one’s life. This is where the task begins. I remember in school as children, we were being asked about what we wanted to be in life. Some said they wanted to be like their favourite cartoon characters. Hilarious though. Some said they never ever wanted to grow up and other fancy thoughts were expressed by some. Now, my point is, always have an open mind of endless possibilities. One of my favourite business personality’s motto is “Nothing is Impossible”. Be convinced about what you want do. Be passionate. That’s what determines how far you go and the end point. We all want to be fulfilled. That’s my desire too. That makes me happy and I believe, you too.

All these, originate from the mind. It is the factory of your ideas, your imaginations, yet to be seen. Don’t stifle them. Give room for them to be expressed. The guy with the mind-blowing enterprise had it created first from his mind. Are you in control of your thoughts, what is the drive for your actions or the words you utter? Do a self assessment. That’s the homework I have for you. Always have a good mindset. An unstable mind would take you nowhere but a sound mind would do a great job. What causes these instabilities? Could it be the fear of rejection and being laughed at, the fear of failure or probably experiences of failed attempts. Whatever the case maybe, always have an optimistic mindset because we learn everyday from life and our experiences. Never get too old to learn because it means you have given up. Quitters can never come up with new things because they have stopped dreaming and bringing out innovations. You can never get water from a dry well. 

Success is not an accident. It is premeditated. We all want to succeed in everything that we do but what is your determinant for success? How do you define yourself and the present stage of your life – a success? Let me leave you for now with that nut to crack.