In our #InsideAT series we regularly present new employees. Today it's Salil Mishra's turn. He is starting with us as a Data Science trainee - in this interview he tells us what drove him to join, what his background is and how he likes to spend his life outside of work.

What position will you take on at [at]?

Trainee Data Science

How did you find out about [at]?

From a friend

Why did you choose [at]?

AT offers me the opportunity to work on data science projects in various domains.

What are you looking forward to the most?

Learning and working on cool projects

What did you do before?

I was finishing my bachelors and worked as a Data Science Intern at a Healthcare Analytics company.

Where were you born and raised?

I am born in Allahabad(Prayagraj) and raised in Lucknow, both situated in India.

What do you do in your spare time?

Most of my free time is spent on my laptop, though I have started to go on long walks exploring the city.

What was your dream job as a child?

I wanted to be a scientist

What is your favourite film / series?

Series: Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul

Movie: Moneyball

What are your three most important work utensils?

Laptop, headphones and a notebook

What used to be your favourite subject at school?

Mathematics and Computer Science

What would you get up for in the middle of the night?

Watching football matches and food

What do you always carry in your pocket?

Mobile, Wallet and Apartment keys