One of the most frequently asked questions I get from our data science students is this: "How do I build my data science portfolio if I don't have any experience? And how do I get experience if I don't have a portfolio?" I call this the Ultimate Data...
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Masterclass: How to get a data science job in Malaysia.
Job hunting is challenging. In this session, we share specific steps and a practical guide to getting your dream job within the data science industry in Malaysia. https://player.vimeo.com/video/711599007 Duration: 1 hour 8 minutes You will learn: What data...
How to increase your income as a data scientist.
https://player.vimeo.com/video/688693607 Full-Stack Data scientists are also known as "unicorns." They have the skillsets to handle more sophisticated projects than a regular data scientist, and they also get paid more. Duration: 30 mins Source code in the video:...
Data Science 360 vs DS Uncut Bootcamp
Hey there! Thinking about venturing into data science? Or trying to make a career transition? If you’re wondering what are the differences between Data Science Bootcamp and Data Science 360 for working professionals, we put together this no-nonsense overview....
Python, R, or Power Bi? – What’s the difference?
"Dr Lau, What is SQL?" "Dr Lau, What is Python?" "Dr Lau, What is R?" "Dr Lau, What is Power BI?" That’s questions we often receive. And it’s perfectly normal if you’re just getting started in learning data science. Today, let me explain all these terminologies in a...
Can (and should) you self-learn data science?
You want to switch to a data science career, but don't know how to get started. If you have ever considered entering a data science career but haven't done so, chances are you are sold with the idea that you need a PhD, or formal education like a bachelor or master...
How to become a serious data scientist, when you don’t have experience.
You've probably been wondering how to become a serious data scientist with an appealing portfolio, like so many experts you've come across on LinkedIn or other platforms, who have a fantastic work history and intriguing projects linked to their profile. You may have...
What Cooking Can Teach You About Data Science
This post was inspired by Richard Cornelius with his post on Towards Data Science. Over the past year of staying home, I’ve picked up cooking. I cook every day, so since the lockdown, I must have cooked over 100 dishes. Chinese, Malay, Western, Mediterranean dishes....
Can I become a data analyst if I’m not good at math?
Can I still become a data scientist or data analyst if I am not good at math? One popular question that we always get asked is: "Dr. Lau, can I become a data scientist or data analyst if I am not good with math or statistics?" Well, Dr. Lau's reply is always yes you...