Complete learning path
This roadmap guides you to become a Data Scientist. You'll master Python, statistics, data analysis, machine learning, and business communication. Designed for beginners, completable in 8-14 months with 3-4 hours daily.
Prerequisites
Basic math knowledge
Outcome
Data Scientist Role
Resources
Mostly free resources
Master Python, the primary language for data science work.
Build strong mathematical foundations for data analysis.
Learn to clean, transform, and analyze data effectively.
Create compelling visualizations to communicate insights.
Master SQL for data extraction and database management.
Learn ML algorithms and build predictive models.
Introduction to neural networks and deep learning frameworks.
Develop skills to communicate insights to stakeholders.
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