Build your own data science curriculum with online resources — Around three years ago, I did an undergraduate degree in computer science. I chose to major in data science since it was so hyped up at that time. I realized one year back that my degree did not equip me with the skills necessary to become a data scientist. And…

The next big thing, or just massively overhyped? — As a data enthusiast, you have probably heard about Julia, the “future programming language of data science.” There are claims that Julia will replace Python and R in the data science field, as it offers significant benefits in terms of performance, efficiency, and ease of use. In this article, we…

Take these 5 steps to multiply your income in one year. — I started teaching myself data science in January 2020. At that time, my only goal was to land a full-time job in the field. However, although data scientists are paid very well, it takes a long time to climb the corporate ladder and build wealth with a 9–5 job. Due…

And 7 steps you can take to do the same. — Two years ago, I was an 18-year-old university student living paycheck to paycheck working as a part-time tutor. The moment I got paid, I would spend money on things I couldn’t afford and was almost always broke by the end of the month. I skipped classes at university and went…

If you want to learn data science and don’t have a background in math, start here. — One of the most common questions I receive from data science aspirants is “how much math do I need to know for machine learning?” When I first started teaching myself data science, I didn’t know exactly how much math I needed to learn in order to become fully qualified for…

Tips on building a portfolio, getting new clients, and creating a steady stream of side income — The job landscape today has changed dramatically due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Alongside their full time jobs, people now have the flexibility to take on side hustles that serve as an additional source of income. When I transitioned into the data science field, my initial goal was to land a…

Here’s what you should know before deciding on a career path — A couple of years ago, data science became very popular. There was a lot of hype surrounding the field, and people from different backgrounds were rushing to make the transition into data science. Data science master’s degrees started to become increasingly popular, and there was no dearth of online courses…

Stand out to employers by acquiring domain knowledge — Introduction As data scientists, we’re taught to work with numbers and use mathematical models to come up with predictions. In practice, however, data science is very different from the material taught in an academic setting. More than knowledge of complex algorithms, you need to be able to quickly derive value from…

Create an impressive portfolio by publishing your work — When I was in school, my friends would often come to me for help before exams. Many of them never paid attention to the teachers — they didn’t take notes, or skipped class regularly, and often struggled to keep up when exams were approaching. I would take some time out…