Published in Towards Data Science·PinnedMember-onlyLogistic Regression Explained in 7 MinutesA detailed guide to logistic regression for complete beginners — Logistic regression is one of the most commonly used predictive models by data scientists. In this article, I will explain some of the theory behind logistic regression so that you get an intuitive understanding of how it works. Then, I will dive into the metrics used to evaluate logistic regression…Programming7 min readProgramming7 min read
Published in Towards Data Science·PinnedMember-onlyA Complete Data Science Roadmap in 2021Build 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…Data Science8 min readData Science8 min read
Published in Towards Data Science·PinnedMember-onlyMeet Julia: The Future of Data ScienceThe 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…Programming7 min readProgramming7 min read
Published in Towards Data Science·Dec 28, 2022Member-onlyHow to Make Money While Learning Data Science in 2023Take 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…Data Science7 min readData Science7 min read
Published in ILLUMINATION·Dec 19, 2022Member-onlyHow I Tripled My Income in One YearAnd 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…Freelancing8 min readFreelancing8 min read
Published in Towards Data Science·Mar 18, 2022Member-only5 Free Resources to Learn Math for Data ScienceIf 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…Data Science5 min readData Science5 min read
Published in Towards Data Science·Jan 17, 2022Member-onlyHow to Become a Freelance Data Scientist in 2022Tips 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…Data Science5 min readData Science5 min read
Published in Towards Data Science·Dec 6, 2021Member-onlyWill Data Scientists Still Be in Demand in 2022?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…Data Science6 min readData Science6 min read
Published in Towards Data Science·Nov 30, 2021Member-onlyData Science in Marketing: A Beginner’s GuideStand 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…Data Science7 min readData Science7 min read
Published in Towards Data Science·Nov 1, 2021Member-onlyHow to Start Writing for Data ScienceCreate 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…Data Science5 min readData Science5 min read
