Hello, I’m Jacob Ferraiolo, a Senior Data Engineer based in Dallas, TX, with a background spanning data engineering, data science, and machine learning. I specialize in building scalable data pipelines, optimizing data infrastructure, and applying predictive modeling to solve business problems.

I created this blog as a space to document my projects, explore new ideas, and refine my thinking. Whether it’s algorithmic trading, AI-driven recommendations, or building efficient ETL pipelines, I enjoy working on technical challenges that intersect with business impact.


My Journey

My career began as a pricing analyst at an auto insurance company, where I was first introduced to SQL, data modeling, and the power of data-driven decision-making. That experience sparked my interest in data science and machine learning, leading me to roles where I built recommendation systems, predictive models, and real-time data pipelines.

But beyond my day job, I love tackling side projects that combine finance, data science, and automation—from building a TSA traffic prediction bot for trading to creating a book recommendation system.


Topics I Write About

📊 Prediction Markets & Algorithmic Trading – Exploring ways to beat the market with data-driven strategies.

📚 Data Engineering & ML Pipelines – Designing scalable workflows using Snowflake, Airflow, and Python.

🤖 AI & Automation – Experimenting with generative AI, recommendation systems, and data-driven apps.

📈 Business & Economics – Understanding how data can drive business value and strategy.


Beyond Work

Outside of data, I’m interested in quantitative finance, prediction markets, economics, AI, and geopolitics. I also enjoy playing chess, reading science fiction, and exploring new technologies.

This blog is a collection of my experiments, insights, and projects. If you’re into data, markets, or AI-driven automation, you’ll find plenty to explore here.


Find Me Elsewhere

This site is built using GitHub Pages and Jekyll. You can check out the source code here.

Let’s connect and talk data, finance, or building cool things with AI! 🚀