Episode: 00210 Released on May 6, 2024 Description: Official title or not, tech-savvy SQL developer, Brittany Mason proves you can be an effective analyst without being called one on paper. In this episode, Brittany shares a serial rapist case that she assisted on and how she used her tech and puzzle-solving skills to do so. Brittany is currently working on a Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) case that originated from a gang robbing the affluent of their watches. Brittany provides advice for aspiring analysts to invest in data analysis and tech (e.g., automation, programming) skills for the best return on investment. Brittany is currently a Police Detective in the Gang Division at Houston Police Department.

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00:00:17 – Introducing Brittany