Ben Auffarth

Ben Auffarth is an accomplished author and data science leader with extensive experience in machine learning and algorithm development. Currently serving as an Author at Packt since July 2020, Ben has published three notable technical books, including the best-seller "Generative AI with LangChain" in 2023. Previous positions include Lead Data Scientist at Hastings Direct, where Ben spearheaded ML initiatives in fraud detection, and Head of Data Science at loveholidays, overseeing a team that delivered innovative marketing solutions. Earlier roles include Lead Data Scientist at Oleeo and data scientist positions at MYJAR and Smarkets, showcasing a strong foundation in developing ML systems and real-time decision engines. An educational background in Computer Science (PhD) from KTH Royal Institute of Technology complements a diverse skill set that includes technologies such as Python, PyTorch, TensorFlow, and Azure ML.