Omaha Data Science Academy

The agenda for CANalytics 2026 is set! Which topic are you most looking forward to?

Did you catch out chat at the Omaha YP Summit? If not here is our takeaway. Remember- AI won’t replace people. It will replace people who don’t embrace AI.

🚨 Spots are still available in our Data Engineering program! 🚨
Our Data Engineering course at Omaha Data Science Academy kicks off Tuesday, January 27 and runs Tuesdays & Thursdays, wrapping up on April 23.
This course is ideal for anyone looking to build strong foundations in data pipelines, cloud concepts, APIs, and real-world data workflows — whether you’re upskilling or pivoting into tech.
📅 Start: Tuesday, January 27
⏰ Schedule: Tuesdays & Thursdays
🏁 End Date: April 23
Scholarships are available for eligible students.
If you’ve been waiting for the right time — this is it.

Enrollment - Can Learn Smart - ODSA Get started with the ODSA by enrolling now! Learn about the different classes and the costs for each. The Omaha Data Science Academy offers a full stack of Data related certificates for professionals.

With Silicon Prairie News – I just got recognized as one of their top fans! 🎉

We’re honored to share that our President, Krystal Rider, has been featured in the Prairie Portraits series — a spotlight on the founders, funders, and community builders fueling Nebraska’s innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem. Silicon Prairie News 🌾💡

The Prairie Portraits series features founders, funders and community builders from Nebraska’s innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem. Meet Krystal Rider, President @ Omaha Data Science Academy (ODSA) 💻🧑‍🏫

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The Omaha Data Science Academy is Accredited!!!

Four years in the making!!

Let me tell you, Accreditation isn’t something you just apply for and get. Accreditation is a rigorous, multi-year forensic-level evaluation.
The future is bright!

🚨 Class Alert — No Experience Needed! 🚨
Ready to turn numbers into stories? Join our Data Visualization class at Omaha Data Science Academy — designed for complete beginners!
You’ll learn how to create stunning charts, dashboards, and visuals that help people actually understand data. 🎨📊
Perfect for job seekers, creatives, or anyone looking to boost their skills!

🗓️ Classes start soon
💻 Hands-on and beginner-friendly
💼 Real-world projects included
📍 Taught right here in Omaha (or online!)

🔗 Tap here to learn more and apply: https://canlearnsmart.com/enrollment/

Let’s turn your curiosity into career skills.

We only have a few tickets left. Get yours today! The FOMO will be real. Get 30% OFF your ticket with code: LASTCHANCE

We asked and you answered! You've nominated the data leaders who are pushing boundaries, solving real problems, and making an impact in their organizations and the community.

Now, it’s time to reveal the finalists for the Gordon T. Summers Data Scientist of the Year award...

Charley Burtwistle from Buildertrend
Skyler Meints from DMSi Software
Thomas Cleberg from Shopify

Each of these individuals represents the kind of forward-thinking, roll-up-your-sleeves approach we are celebrating at CANalytics. From innovative ML projects to building data culture from the ground up, they’re doing the work that moves our field forward.

🎉 We’ll announce the winner during the CANalytics Award Ceremony this Thursday! Come join us as we celebrate the people turning bold ideas into real-world results.

Get your tickets today!

With the first-ever CANalytics conference taking place on May 15 in Omaha, we are hooking you up with a special discount - use code 'SPN' for 30% off of your registration price! 🏷️🔥

The event will feature experts and live tech demos, plus celebrate recent Omaha Data Science Academy graduates. 📊

Learn more about the conference: https://buff.ly/NkZ810G

Story by Ben Goeser.