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Journey to Data Scientist: Interviews with More Than Twenty Amazing Data Scientists
When author Kate Strachnyi wanted to learn more about data science, she went straight to the source.
In a series of more than twenty interviews, she asks leading data scientists questions about starting in the field and the future of the industry.
With their stories, learn about
the many different positions available for data scientists,
the criteria recruiters look for when hiring,
the best options for building your portfolio,
the recruitment and interviewing process,
the typical workday for a data scientist,
the changing industry and its impact on other industries,
the wide variety of projects that use data science, and
the skills that can complement and improve your work.
Strachnyi’s interview subjects include team members from some of the world’s largest organizations, including LinkedIn, Pinterest, Bloomberg, and IBM. These men and women graciously explain how they fell in love with data science and list the must-have skills that would make you an invaluable member of a team. Their advice gives you invaluable insight into the world of data science and the best ways you yourself can contribute to amazing research projects and the development of new technology.
In a series of more than twenty interviews, she asks leading data scientists questions about starting in the field and the future of the industry.
With their stories, learn about
the many different positions available for data scientists,
the criteria recruiters look for when hiring,
the best options for building your portfolio,
the recruitment and interviewing process,
the typical workday for a data scientist,
the changing industry and its impact on other industries,
the wide variety of projects that use data science, and
the skills that can complement and improve your work.
Strachnyi’s interview subjects include team members from some of the world’s largest organizations, including LinkedIn, Pinterest, Bloomberg, and IBM. These men and women graciously explain how they fell in love with data science and list the must-have skills that would make you an invaluable member of a team. Their advice gives you invaluable insight into the world of data science and the best ways you yourself can contribute to amazing research projects and the development of new technology.
136 pages, Paperback
Published November 13, 2017
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December 2, 2017
Basically set of excellent interviews with data scientists from all around the world. It's a must-read in case that you liked The Data Science Handbook (like me f.e.), because thanks to this book you can get to know over 20 other data scientists and learn more not only about their educational background but also their stories (how and from where they entered the field) and advice for aspiring data scientists as well.
The book can serve not only as great source of inspiration for beginners who want to enter data science but also for experienced data scientists who want to get to know and learn more about the journey of their colleagues.
Kate Strachnyi did great work and this book is definitely worth your time and attention.
The book can serve not only as great source of inspiration for beginners who want to enter data science but also for experienced data scientists who want to get to know and learn more about the journey of their colleagues.
Kate Strachnyi did great work and this book is definitely worth your time and attention.
November 23, 2017
This is a collection of interviews with data scientists working at many companies. In each interview, a data scientist describes why they got in this field, what work they do. I find some of their advice for a novice helpful partly because I am learning alone and there is no one around me to turn to for advice. Even though there are some advice online but hearing it from a person who is actually working for a company is valuable. The thing I find interesting is a common thread through every interview: the importance of soft skills. The skills such as communication with non-technical persons, passion and curiosity are valued as much as the technical skills. These are somewhat related to the idea of a life-long kindergarten group at MIT; passions, and peers are considered to be important. I think this book is good for someone who wants to start their career in this field.
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