Tanvi Sharma
Tanvi Sharma is a Gen Z data enthusiast with over 5 years of experience in Data Science, Machine Learning, and Data Visualization. As a data scientist with the City of Austin, Texas, USA, she champions open data and builds dashboards that drive transparent governance and community impact. With a LinkedIn following of 15,000+, Tanvi loves sharing insights and inspiring others in the data world. Equal parts techie and storyteller, she's passionate about using data to empower smarter cities and stronger communities. Off the clock, she's an adventurer, culture enthusiast, and a dancer at heart.
Session
Governments generate vast amounts of data, but making it accessible, actionable, and engaging for the public remains a challenge. This session explores how the City of Austin, Texas, USA leverages Python to transform open data into interactive dashboards that foster transparency and empower citizens. Through real-world examples from Austin’s public sector projects, attendees will learn how data visualization and analytics can strengthen community engagement, enhance decision-making, and create a more informed society.