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Data by day,
maker by night.

I'm a Business Data Analyst who loves turning raw numbers into stories — and raw filament into real things. This is where I share my work, my projects, and whatever's on my mind.

🏠 Home Automation 💻 Tech 🎮 Gaming 🖨️ 3D Printing 📊 Data
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Alden Meneses
Business Data Analyst
5+
Years Exp.
12
Blog Posts
8
Guides
Projects
Setting up Home Assistant on a Raspberry Pi — the easy way

My Resume

A snapshot of my professional background in data analytics, plus the skills I bring to the table.

Data & Analytics

SQL / Databases90%
Excel / Power BI95%
Python (Pandas)75%
Tableau / Looker80%

Tech Hobbies

Home Assistant / IoT85%
3D Printing (FDM)80%
2022 – Present
Senior Business Data Analyst
Company Name · Full-time
Lead data analysis initiatives, build dashboards in Power BI, and deliver insights to cross-functional stakeholders. Manage ETL workflows and mentor junior analysts.
2019 – 2022
Data Analyst
Previous Company · Full-time
Developed reporting systems, automated recurring reports using Python and SQL, and contributed to a 20% reduction in reporting time through process optimization.
2017 – 2019
Business Intelligence Intern → Associate
First Company · Entry-level
Started as a BI intern, built foundational skills in SQL and Excel reporting, and transitioned into a full-time role upon graduation.
2013 – 2017
B.S. Business Administration
University Name · Concentration: Data Analytics
Graduated with honors. Coursework included statistics, business intelligence, and data visualization.

The Blog

Personal updates, random thoughts, project logs, and whatever else I feel like writing about.

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Home Automation
My Home Assistant Setup — 6 Months In
I finally have lights that turn on before I trip over the dog. Here's what I've built and what I wish I'd known when I started.
Mar 1, 2026 · 8 min read
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3D Printing
First 100 Hours on the Bambu Lab — Honest Review
After 100 hours of printing everything from cable clips to full enclosures, here are my unfiltered thoughts.
Feb 14, 2026 · 6 min read
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Gaming
Building a Retro Arcade Cabinet with a Raspberry Pi
Combining 3D printing, a Raspberry Pi, and a healthy dose of nostalgia — here's the full build log.
Jan 28, 2026 · 10 min read
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Data & Work
5 Dashboard Mistakes I See Every Day (And How to Fix Them)
After reviewing hundreds of business dashboards, the same errors keep showing up. Here's a quick guide to avoiding them.
Jan 10, 2026 · 5 min read
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Personal
Why I Started This Site (And What I Plan to Do With It)
A quick intro to who I am, what this blog is for, and the projects I've got cooking. Welcome!
Dec 30, 2025 · 3 min read
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Tech
The Best $20 Smart Home Gear I've Actually Used
You don't need to spend a fortune to automate your home. Here are the budget buys that actually made a difference.
Dec 15, 2025 · 7 min read

Tech Guides & Tips

In-depth guides on home automation, 3D printing, data tools, and more. Some are free; premium ones go deeper.

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These guides take real time to write. Free guides are always available — premium guides include files, templates, and step-by-step walkthroughs. A small contribution keeps the lights on.

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Free

Home Assistant: Getting Started in 30 Minutes

Install, configure, and add your first devices without losing your mind.

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Free

3D Printing 101: First Print to Perfect Print

Bed leveling, slicer settings, and why your first layer matters most.

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Power BI Dashboard Starter Kit

Templates, best practices, and a from-scratch walkthrough for clean business dashboards.

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Smart Home Wiring Guide: No Electrician Needed

Safe, code-compliant smart switch installs for renters and homeowners.

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Free

Python for Data Analysts Who Hate Python

The 20% of Python that handles 80% of the data tasks you actually need to do.

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Premium

Raspberry Pi RetroPie Build: Full Walkthrough

From bare Pi to a full working arcade cabinet with ROMs, controls, and a custom case.

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Free

Zigbee vs Z-Wave vs WiFi: Which Should You Use?

A no-nonsense breakdown to help you pick the right smart home protocol.

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Designing Your First 3D Print in Fusion 360

Parametric design fundamentals with real examples you can print right away.

Say Hello

Whether you want to chat about a guide, collaborate on a project, follow along with updates, or just say hi — I'd love to hear from you. I'm also open to freelance data work and sponsored content on relevant topics.