Ryan Klapper

Hi, I'm Ryan Klapper

An AI Engineer focused on building intelligent automation systems, leveraging LLMs and ML to create scalable solutions that transform business workflows.

Work Experience

AI Engineer

Hakkoda

September 2024 - Present
Remote
  • AI Application Development: Led design and implementation of AI solutions (code assistants, document automation, full-stack apps) to boost efficiency and user engagement.
  • Snowflake Collaboration: Partnered with Snowflake to architect and deploy AI applications for Financial Services, Healthcare, Supply Chain, and Public Sector clients.
  • Advanced Model Integration: Utilized Snowflake Cortex, OpenAI Models, and Anthropic Models to build robust, scalable AI systems.
PythonTypeScriptReactNext.jsSnowflake CortexOpenAI APIsAnthropic APIsLangChainRAGStreamlitFine-tuning

Analytics Engineer 2 (AI Focus)

Hakkoda

August 2023 - September 2024
Remote
  • Spearheaded an innovative AI initiative, playing a pivotal co-leadership role in automating data migrations and pioneering modernization efforts, driving the evolution of data management practices.
  • Conceptualized and developed advanced Generative AI agents utilizing technologies such as Python, Langchain, and RAG (Retriever-Augmented Generation), automating workflows and enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Developed and deployed 50+ AI-integrated Streamlit applications, which led to more data-driven decision-making.
PythonStreamlitLangChainRAGSnowflake CortexOpenAI APIsAnthropic APIsdbtFine-tuning

Analytics Engineer

Hakkoda

December 2022 - August 2023
Remote
  • Architected 50+ robust data pipelines using dbt models in Snowflake, enhancing scalability and performance. Developed Python scripts to streamline and optimize model-building processes, boosting operational efficiency and accuracy.
  • Optimized 100+ SQL queries, drastically reducing model building time by 350% and accelerating the analytics lifecycle
  • Collaborated with clients to deliver comprehensive data solutions, including Tableau dashboards and optimized data pipelines
SnowflakedbtSQLPythonTableauGitAWS EC2AWS LambdaAWS S3FivetranMatillion

Data Scientist

Powur

Jun 2016 - Feb 2018
Remote
  • Developed Python scripts for internal problem-solving, KPI development, geocoding, analysis, and API development
  • Developed and combined external data sources from different APIs into one database for reports, analysis, and forecasting
  • Designed and maintained a comprehensive Power BI ecosystem. Facilitated data-driven strategies by building insightful reports, organizing workspaces, and managing requests, enabling C-suite stakeholders to align with company goals and objectives.
PythonSQLPower BIAPIsMicrosoft SQL ServerAzure DevOps

Skills & Technologies

Languages

PythonSQLTypeScriptJavaScript

AI & ML

AI ApplicationsRAGFine-tuningVector DatabasesSnowflake CortexOpenAI APIsAnthropic APIsLLM BenchmarksPrompt EngineeringStreamlit

Data Engineering

SnowflakedbtData ModelingETL/ELTMatillionFivetranAWS ECSAWS LambdaAWS S3

Web Development

ReactNext.jsTailwind CSSHTMLCSSJavaScriptTypeScriptREST APIs

Analytics & BI

SigmaTableauPower BIData AnalysisBusiness IntelligenceKPI DevelopmentDashboarding

DevOps & Tools

AWSGitGitHubCI/CDDockerAI IDEs (Cursor, Windsurf, etc.)Jupyter

Publications

Snowflake Cortex Search: Unlocking Intelligence in Your Text Data

Hakkoda
March 2025

Looking to unlock intelligence in your text data? Snowflake Cortex Search is your solution. This article explores how to use this powerful tool to extract insights and drive business growth.

Snowflake Cortex for Analysts

Hakkoda
March 2025

A comprehensive guide for analysts on leveraging Snowflake Cortex, exploring its capabilities and how it can enhance data analysis workflows.

Surveying the AI Agent Landscape

Hakkoda
February 2025

An exploration of AI agents, from their origins to current implementations. This article examines various agent architectures and how they're being applied in real-world business scenarios.

How Chatbots Are Changing the User Experience for the Better

Hakkoda
January 2025

An analysis of how modern AI-powered chatbots are transforming user experiences across industries. The article covers implementation strategies, best practices, and measurable benefits for businesses.

Function Calling with LLMs

Hakkoda
January 2025

A deep dive into function calling capabilities with Large Language Models. This article explains how function calling enables LLMs to interact with external systems and APIs to complete complex tasks.

Supercharging Your PDF Workflow with Claude by Anthropic

Medium
November 2024

A practical guide to leveraging Claude AI for optimizing PDF document processing, extraction, and analysis, with implementation examples and performance insights.

Sentiment Analysis with Snowflake Cortex

Hakkoda
October 2024

A practical guide to implementing sentiment analysis using Snowflake Cortex, with real-world examples and implementation strategies for businesses seeking to understand customer sentiments.

Prompt Caching: Optimizing AI Response Times

Hakkoda
October 2024

Technical strategies for implementing prompt caching to significantly improve AI response times and reduce costs, with practical examples and implementation guidance.

Turning Words into SQL: Leveraging Streamlit and OpenAI's Structured Output

Medium
August 2024

How to build natural language to SQL applications using Streamlit and OpenAI, with a focus on ensuring accuracy and reliability in query generation.

Snowflake Cortex Features That Will Change the Way You Work

Hakkoda
June 2024

An in-depth review of groundbreaking Snowflake Cortex features that are revolutionizing data workflows. Learn how these capabilities can drastically improve productivity and insights.

The AI Financial Analyst Advantage: How GPT-4o Is Revolutionizing Investment Strategies

Medium
May 2024

An examination of how GPT-4o is transforming financial analysis and investment decision-making, with practical applications and future implications for the industry.

The Future of LLMs: How Groq's LPU Technology Is Disrupting the Status Quo

Medium
April 2024

Analysis of Groq's innovative LPU technology and its impact on the large language model landscape, examining performance improvements and potential industry shifts.

Claude 3 Function Calling in Action

Medium
April 2024

Practical demonstration of Claude 3's function calling capabilities, with code examples and use cases that showcase its potential for complex application integration.

Transformative Consultancy with AI Assistants

Hakkoda
November 2023

How AI assistants are reshaping the consultancy landscape, enabling more efficient problem-solving and delivering greater value to clients through automated insights and intelligence.

Building a Python App to Capture Images and Interact with OpenAI's Vision API

Medium
November 2023

Step-by-step tutorial on developing a Python application that captures images and leverages OpenAI's Vision API for analysis and understanding visual content.

AI Use Cases for Modern Enterprises

Hakkoda
October 2023

Exploration of practical AI applications across industries, with case studies and implementation guidance for businesses looking to enhance operations through artificial intelligence.

Certifications

SnowPro Advanced: Data Scientist Certification

Snowflake

December 2024
ID: S9301-241221-DSA

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

Amazon Web Services

October 2023
ID: 44f13407-a923-492b-bf3d-a1b21492abbc

SnowPro Core Certification

Snowflake

December 2022
ID: 22091f75-d3f4-44be-8deb-35438d2421c0