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Deep Dive Into Data Science Interview

The ultimate guide to data science interviews. Get interview-ready in just a few hours with proven strategies developed by FAANG engineers. Practice with interview questions from top companies.

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This course will answer all your queries about starting your career in data science. There is only one prerequisite to taking this course—you are learning to program or working in a job where programming is used. In this course, your queries regarding career in data science get answered. These include career transitioning or starting, efficient job search, common mistakes that people make, educational requirements, list of topics to study, resume creation, do's and don'ts, job search sites, interview process and the types of interview questions and answers. You will learn about how to navigate through various hurdles to reach your career goals. After completing this course, you will know how to prepare for data science interviews. Specifically, what you should do and what you should not do. This course will guide you to becoming a self-taught data scientist and speed up your learning path toward careers in data science.

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WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

An introduction to the topics that prepare you for data science interviews

An understanding of the dos and don'ts of preparation

A working knowledge on 80 data science interview questions

Ability to utilize techniques for efficient job search

An introduction to 4 mantras for guaranteed success

The ability to highlight data science achievements

An introduction to the topics that prepare you for data science interviews

Content

41 Lessons8 Quizzes

Getting Started

1 Lessons

Get familiar with building a data science career, mastering projects, resume tips, and interview prep.

About This Course

Data Science Job Outline

7 Lessons

Get started with a data science career, necessary skills, job roles, and project frameworks.

Career in Data Science

Is Data Science for You?

Job Titles in Data Science

Common Mistakes Made by Aspiring Data Scientists

Educational Requirements and Interdisciplinary Aspects

Framework of a Typical Data Science Project

Quiz: Data Science Job Outline

What to Study

4 Lessons

Examine essential mathematical, programming, and machine learning topics for data science careers.

Topics to Build Numerical Capabilities

Topics to Build Programming Capabilities

Topics to Build Machine Learning Capabilities

Quiz: What to Study

Portfolio Making

3 Lessons

Enhance your skills in resume writing and showcasing data science achievements effectively.

Dos and Don'ts of Resume Writing

Data Science-Related Achievements

Quiz: Portfolio Making

Expertise and Readiness

5 Lessons

Solve problems in data science using essential programming tools, skills, and effective preparation strategies.

Data Scientist's Toolbox

Python vs. R

How to Know That You're Ready

Dos and Don’ts of Preparation

Quiz: Expertise and Readiness

Efficient Data Science Job Search

5 Lessons

Investigate strategic job search methods, direct approaches, referrals, and pro tips for data science roles.

Data Science Job Search

Direct Approach

Getting Referrals

Pro Tips

Quiz: Efficient Data Science Job Search

The Interview

3 Lessons

Master the steps to succeed in the data science interview process and achieve success.

Interview Process

Mantras for Guaranteed Success

Quiz: The Interview

Types of Questions and Answers

11 Lessons

Learn how to use key data science concepts like statistics, machine learning, SQL, and Python.

SQL

Quiz: Types of Questions and Answers

Epilogue

2 Lessons

Get started with a review of essential data science career strategies and practical tips.

Conclusion

References

Certificate of Completion

Showcase your accomplishment by sharing your certificate of completion.

Course Author:

Nizamuddin Siddiqui

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