
Stefan Darko
Student and aspiring Data Scientist — Machine Learning & AI
stefan-darko
Liverpool
Joined June 2026
Summary
Transitioning from hospitality to data science: Stefan's recent activity shows a shift from multiple food and beverage roles (Hard Days Night Hotel, 30 James Street, Aintree) toward studying computer programming and positioning himself as an aspiring data scientist focused on machine learning and AI.
Active in-situ work while upskilling: He holds a current role at Aintree University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust as a barista (since 2019) while completing a programming certificate, indicating concurrent employment and technical upskilling.
Formal marketing education: Stefan completed both a BBA (2006–2009) and an MS in Marketing/Marketing Management (2009–2011) at Universitatea „Babeș-Bolyai” din Cluj-Napoca, giving him an academic background in marketing.
Recent technical credential: He obtained a Certificate in Computer Programming (Specific Applications) from HyperionDev (2022–2023), reflecting recent formal training in programming to support a move into data science and AI.