Igor: Smithtown tutor

Certified Tutor

I'm an experienced AI and Data Science professional with over a decade of applied work across academia and industry. I'm passionate about helping students not only understand technical concepts but also gain the confidence to apply them in real-world scenarios. Whether it's machine learning, statistics, Python programming, or natural language processing, I enjoy showing learners how these tools drive impact across industries like healthcare, finance, and cybersecurity.

In addition to consulting and hands-on development of AI systems including LLM-powered chatbots and recommendation engines I've served as a mentor and industry expert at online data science bootcamps. I hold a PhD and have pursued continuous learning throughout my career. I specialize in tutoring data science, machine learning, AI, Python, and applied statistics. I specialize in tutoring data science, AI, machine learning, Python, and applied statistics, with a particular passion for making complex topics approachable through real-world examples.

My teaching style is interactive, supportive, and focused on clear, structured progression. I tailor each session to the learner's goals, combining theory with hands-on practice to build both understanding and confidence. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy keeping up with the latest in AI, contributing to projects, and engaging with the local research and startup communities.