A 7-minute guide to setting up the fundamentals as a data science consultant — As a new data science graduate, it can be painful trying to find a job in this uber-competitive market. 300 applications later and you’re still fighting against 500 other applicants for the same entry-level position. However, despite what some may say, consulting as a new data scientist is completely possible…

Here’s how to develop the qualities that will help your application stand out — Landing a job in data science can sometimes feel like throwing darts at a board blindfolded — sometimes you’re way off the board in your application and don’t even get an initial interview, sometimes you land close to the bullseye only to not fit the candidate mold perfectly in the…

This memory trick from the ancient Greeks is unusual but works — Over two years ago, I began researching the best ways to teach myself data science. I’ve looked into microlearning, ultra-learning, the Feynman technique, deliberate practice, brainwashing techniques from the 1950s, and many more. They’ve all been unique and have been shown to produce results. However, I was looking to bring…

Having difficulty transitioning between using Python and R? Try these tips to make the transition smoother — A recent discovery of mine is that many data scientists out there use both Python and R. The story typically goes that they use R for graduate studies and research while using Python for work. Since many individuals work while going to school, these data scientists have to switch back…

All of these habits take less than 10 minutes out of your day — Data science Reddit is an interesting place right now where many data scientists are describing feelings of burnout and lack of fulfillment in their careers. Many are describing how they don’t feel the inspiration to advance in their careers or are feeling like they’ve plateaued and need a new challenge. …

Startups aren’t all casual dress, dogs in the office, and catered lunches — One of the exciting parts of being a data scientist is the prospect of getting to work for a variety of companies, from those that are well-established to those that are just starting out. Tech startups are enticing places to apply to because we often hear about the luxurious bonuses…

Technologies and standards may change, but these tips will be applicable throughout your entire career — The biggest fear of anyone working in data science is becoming irrelevant. Nothing moves faster than the speed of light and the tech industry, and it’s not uncommon for data scientists to become irrelevant only a few years after they break into the field. This means that the fight is…

I’ve tested these fundamentals to prove they can be used to lay the foundation for a successful self-learning experience — Self-teaching yourself anything is an admirable undertaking. Whether it’s a new language, baking, weightlifting, structural geology, basket weaving, driving manual transmission vehicles, or anything else you can think of, I have insane amounts of respect for anyone who decides they’re going to teach themselves something.

These 5 core steps can be used to plan any data science project — If you’re anything like me, checklists and processes are your lifelines. Not only do they keep you organized but they also help you foresee and mitigate issues that could come down the pipe as a project progresses. Coming from a software development educational background, I knew the “software development lifecycle”…