About
My name is Allistair Cota. I am a Toronto-based Lead Consultant with expertise in Generative AI, Machine Learning, and Data Engineering. Over the past several years, I’ve led the design and deployment of advanced AI solutions for Fortune 500 companies and innovative startups, focusing on scalable platforms like Databricks.
With an engineering degree from the University of Toronto and a Data Science Diploma from BrainStation, I pivoted from mechanical engineering to data-driven transformation and cloud analytics. At Lovelytics, an Elite Databricks Partner, I architect GenAI agents, orchestrate enterprise ML workflows, and drive modernization projects for clients in industries ranging from aviation and manufacturing to e-commerce and financial services.
My technical toolkit includes Python, PySpark, SQL, Databricks (MLflow, Unity Catalog, Model Registry), LangChain, HuggingFace, Tableau, Spark, and cloud-native MLOps. I’m passionate about delivering business impact through technical leadership and strategic collaboration.
Outside of tech, I enjoy music, sports, travel, and creative projects. I’ve played the piano ever since I was a child, participated in piano competitions, and received the ATCL Performance Diploma in Piano from Trinity College London when I was in high school. Now I also experiment with synthesizers, organs and other keyboard sounds in my spare time.
Always open to connecting on AI, data, music, or creative tech topics.