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Data Science Interview Handbook

The ultimate guide to data science interviews. Developed by FAANG engineers, it covers Python, algorithms, ML concepts, and interview questions. Get interview-ready in just a few hours.

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72 Lessons205 Quizzes

1.

Are You Ready to Become a Data Scientist?

Are You Ready to Become a Data Scientist?

Learn how to use data science principles, processes, and advancements for solving real-world problems.

2.

Python Basics

Python Basics

Look at Python basics, including variables, decision-making, loops, functions, lists, dictionaries, and classes.

3.

Python Libraries

Python Libraries

6 Lessons

6 Lessons

Examine essential Python libraries for data science, from NumPy to TensorFlow.

4.

More Data Science Tools

More Data Science Tools

7 Lessons

7 Lessons

Grasp the fundamentals of essential data science tools for analysis, visualization, and model deployment.

5.

Data Structures and Algorithms - I

Data Structures and Algorithms - I

7 Lessons

7 Lessons

Deepen your knowledge of essential data structures and algorithms for effective problem-solving.

6.

Data Structures and Algorithms - II

Data Structures and Algorithms - II

4 Lessons

4 Lessons

Follow the process of solving problems with Greedy, Divide and Conquer, Backtracking, and Dynamic Programming.

7.

Statistics and Probability

Statistics and Probability

6 Lessons

6 Lessons

Piece together the parts of statistics, correlation, probability, random variables, and distributions.

8.

Feature Engineering

Feature Engineering

6 Lessons

6 Lessons

Try out feature engineering techniques to enhance data quality and improve model performance.

9.

Basics of Machine Learning

Basics of Machine Learning

3 Lessons

3 Lessons

Unpack the core of machine learning problems, model performance evaluation, and enhancement strategies.

10.

Regression

Regression

5 Lessons

5 Lessons

Break apart regression principles, from simple to nonparametric, while mastering model assessment metrics.

11.

Classification

Classification

7 Lessons

7 Lessons

Find out about classification techniques, including linear classifiers, logistic regression, and decision trees.

12.

Unsupervised Learning

Unsupervised Learning

4 Lessons

4 Lessons

Take a closer look at various clustering methods and nearest neighbor search in unsupervised learning.

13.

Advanced Topics in Machine Learning

Advanced Topics in Machine Learning

4 Lessons

4 Lessons

Tackle Neural Networks, Deep Learning issues, Recommendation Engines, and Natural Language Processing advancements.

14.

Conclusion

Conclusion

2 Lessons

2 Lessons

Master the steps to begin your data science career, with emphasis on continuous learning.
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Author NameData Science Interview Handbook
Developed by MAANG Engineers
ABOUT THIS COURSE
This course will increase your skills to crack the data science or machine learning interview. You will cover all the most common data science and ML concepts coupled with relevant interview questions. You will start by covering Python basics as well as the most widely used algorithms and data structures. From there, you will move on to more advanced topics like feature engineering, unsupervised learning, as well as neural networks and deep learning. This course takes a non-traditional approach to interview prep, in that it focuses on data science fundamentals instead of open-ended questions. In all, this course will get you ready for data science interviews. By the time you finish this course, you will have reviewed all the major concepts in data science and will have a good idea of what interview questions you can expect.
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