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Data Science has been a term that is being thrown around a lot in recent years in the industry, given its great potential as a career. So how should you start your own Data Science journey? Taking a step back Let’s take a step back. Data Science is an umbrella term – one which is used very liberally. It doesn’t mean the same thing to one company as it means to another company. Take a look at the diagram below. It’s important to figure out where exactly you want to be on the diagram. The middle is more of a generalist Data Scientist. There are also more technical roles like Applied Scientist – someone who is a developer plus a data scientist. Once you figure this out, your journey will be much simpler as this will keep you from going all over the place and getting lost trying to learn…

Getting a data science job requires you to go through a number of steps and rounds. Even before you send your resume, you’re expected to learn a great deal. A great resume can help you turn your hours of learning into finally fulfilling the purpose of getting the job. It is important to have an apt resume to get your foot in the door and land an interview. Here are some mistakes to avoid in your data science resume to increase your chances of being shortlisted. Mistake 1: You don’t include links Resumes are not just a piece of paper anymore. Your entire online presence is a testimonial of your work as well. Make sure to include links to your LinkedIn, GitHub/ Kaggle, or any other profiles where you have showcased your work. It makes your work more visible and gives the employer a chance to evaluate it better. Bonus…

Learning a new skill can be hard. And when it comes to starting learning data science, one can expect hours and hours of studying. You need to understand mathematics, statistics, programming, business acumen and a number of countless tools. It could get intimidating for a beginner and motivation might be hard to come by. In this article, we discuss 5 ways that may help you stay excited about your work, without going off the learning curve. These are condensed from various resources I’ve come across over the past couple of years – books, Ted Talks and peers! 1. Start Small How many times has it happened that you created an elaborate study plan, got the resources, but just couldn’t stick to it? We’ve all been there! The key to forming habits is to make them as simple as possible. Instead of setting unrealistic and mammoth goals, make them easier for…