EP 11: Derrick Turk from Terminus - Energy Bytes

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Derrick Turk, President at Terminus share his journey from mechanical engineering to leading a tech-driven company in the oil and gas sector. Derrick discusses the challenges of integrating data science as a core business function, the evolving role of AI in industrial markets, and the importance of domain expertise in tech startups. He also offers insights into the future of sustainable energy innovation and how technology will drive change in the sector.Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.io00:00 - Intro00:21 - Derek's Background in Energy01:59 - How Derek Got Into Programming06:53 - Derek's Experience at Devon Energy10:02 - Tools Used at Devon Energy15:18 - ArpsDCA Overview20:00 - R vs Python for Data Analysis22:05 - Interactive Development Techniques26:35 - JSON Over HTTP in Data Science27:50 - High Modernism and XML Explained32:13 - Terminus Data Science Insights37:32 - De-emphasizing Data Science Practices40:40 - Understanding Data Revenue42:50 - Favorite Projects in Energy Sector44:59 - Highlighting Favorite Project54:50 - Lightning Round Q&A58:02 - Future of Energy Trends01:01:31 - What Are You Bullish On in Energy01:06:55 - Where to Find Derek Onlinehttps://twitter.com/collide_iohttps://www.tiktok.com/@collide.iohttps://www.facebook.com/collide.iohttps://www.instagram.com/collide.iohttps://www.youtube.com/@collide_iohttps://bsky.app/profile/digitalwildcatters.bsky.socialhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/collide-digital-wildcatters

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