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Medium
1 day ago
Data science

Introduction to Linear Regression Using Spreadsheets with Real Estate Data

Predicting property sales prices involves factors such as square footage, bathrooms, year built, schools, crime rate, and more using linear regression models. [ more ]
InfoQ
1 week ago
Data science

Platform and Features MLEs, a Scalable and Product-Centric Approach for High Performing Data Products

Setting up machine learning engineering efforts for scalability and performance at Bumble Inc.
Bumble Inc. operates as the parent company for three of the largest dating apps in the world. [ more ]
Medium
1 week ago
Data science

A Tale of Two Cultures: Integrating Data Science and MLOps to Build Successful ML Products

Creating successful ML products requires integrating data science and MLOps cultures for collaboration.
Agility is crucial in both data science and MLOps, but the approach to achieve it differs significantly between the two. [ more ]
Medium
2 weeks ago
Data science

What is a Data Visualization Grammar?

Visualization grammar allows composing complex visuals from simple building blocks like mapping and computations.
Observable Plot is a grammar-based JavaScript library for data visualization. [ more ]
Medium
2 weeks ago
Data science

Developing Credit Scoring Models for Banking and Beyond

Interpretability is crucial in machine learning models for various industries.
Using interpretable models helps end-users understand and trust the model's output. [ more ]
ComputerWeekly.com
3 weeks ago
Data science

HM Treasury builds out its data science team | Computer Weekly

HM Treasury increased data science team size and investment significantly over 3 years.
Investing in data science expertise is crucial for government departments to leverage AI for productivity gains. [ more ]
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New York Post
1 day ago
New York City

NYC high schooler creates astonishingly accurate AI algorithm for 911 callers to get help they actually need

High schooler designs AI to improve 911 responses, leading to faster aid and cost savings. [ more ]
Artificial intelligence
Medium
2 days ago
Artificial intelligence

Machine Learning for Biotech, Biopharma, and ML Safety Sessions Coming to ODSC East 2024

Machine learning is crucial in safety, security, biotech, and pharma industries at ODSC East 2024. [ more ]
Medium
5 days ago
Artificial intelligence

Human vs. Machine: framing the right problems for AI to solve

Building successful AI products involves matching technology capabilities with human needs through a collaborative approach. [ more ]
Medium
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

Unlocking the Power of Gen AI with Data Engineering

Data engineering is crucial for unlocking the potential of Gen AI applications.
Gen AI and data engineering have a symbiotic relationship, enhancing innovation and efficiency. [ more ]
Lu
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

AGI Builders Meetup SF Luma

AI Builders meetup promotes knowledge sharing and networking among AI enthusiasts.
Event features tech talks on cutting-edge AI challenges and advancements. [ more ]
Medium
4 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Podcast: No-Code & Low-Code AI with Gwendolyn Stripling

Low-code and no-code AI's impact on inclusivity and industry
Changes in roles of data scientists and ML engineers due to low-code AI [ more ]
www.fastcompany.com
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

One of the most in-demand job skills for 2024 probably wasn't on your radar two years ago

Data Science and Analytics is one of the fastest-growing work categories on Upwork.
Generative AI modeling is the fastest-growing in-demand skill in Data Science and Analytics. [ more ]
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artificial-intelligence
Medium
3 days ago
Artificial intelligence

Podcast: Large Language Models-Strategies and Best Practices with Sinan Ozdemir

Gain insights into LLMs' potential, applications, and challenges from Sinan Ozdemir, a prominent AI expert and author. [ more ]
Medium
2 months ago
Data science

How to Ace the Data Science Interview in 2024

Having a strong portfolio with real-world case studies is crucial for standing out in a competitive job market.
Nick Singh emphasizes the importance of showcasing practical skills to prove that you can get the job done. [ more ]
Indiatimes
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

10 Lucrative Career Paths in Computer Science

There are 10 lucrative career paths in computer science
These paths are shaping the digital landscape and defining the future of technology [ more ]
VentureBeat
10 months ago
Data science

Snowflake CIO identifies AI focus in 2023 data trends report

Snowflake got its start by bringing data warehouse technology to the cloud, but now in 2023, like every other vendor, it finds artificial intelligence (AI) permeating nearly every discussion.In an exclusive interview with VentureBeat, Sunny Bedi, CIO and CDO at Snowflake, detailed the latest findings from his company's 2023 Data Trends Report, which is being released today.
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AdExchanger
3 days ago
Marketing

MMM Is Back, And Now It's Accessible For Mid-Tier Marketers | AdExchanger

The resurgence of media mix modeling (MMM) due to the disappearance of third-party cookies and advancements in data science. [ more ]
Exchangewire
1 week ago
Marketing

Brand Metrics Fuels Expansion with Four Senior Hires

Gareth Lloyd joins Brand Metrics as head of research & data science, focusing on advertising measurement in cookieless environments.
Brand Metrics plans to leverage a database of seven million survey responses to enhance advertising effectiveness and extend product offerings. [ more ]
Forbes
2 months ago
Marketing

Publicis Is The New King Of Madison Avenue

Publicis Groupe becomes the most valuable agency holding company in the world in 2023.
Publicis' investment in digital consulting and data science technology pays off, with their revenue forecast raised three times in 2023. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
Data science

UC stirs furious debate over what high school math skills are needed to succeed in college

Data science courses can be seen as an alternative to advanced algebra for meeting math requirements.
Elimination of data science courses as a math requirement has caused confusion and anxiety among California high school students. [ more ]
DATAVERSITY
1 month ago
Business intelligence

The Role of Quantum Computing in Data Science - DATAVERSITY

Quantum computing offers unprecedented processing power
Quantum computing can revolutionize data analysis in data science [ more ]
The New Stack
2 months ago
Business intelligence

IBM, Anaconda Partner to Embed Python into Enterprise AI

IBM WatsonX users can access Anaconda's open source software repository.
The partnership between IBM WatsonX and Anaconda will enhance the capabilities of WatsonX. [ more ]
Analytics India Magazine
4 months ago
Business intelligence

Data Science Hiring Process at Pegasystems

Pega prioritizes a candidate's ability to learn and adapt in data science roles rather than specific technical skills. [ more ]
DATAVERSITY
5 years ago
Business intelligence

Are Data Scientists Needed in the Self-Service Analytics World? - DATAVERSITY

Fully-automated or semi-automated software systems will begin deliver more reliable Analytics and Business Intelligence (BI) reports than human Data Scientists by 2019 says Gartner.As Artificial Intelligence-powered BI technology heads towards full self-service, a general concern in the Data Science community is whether human Data Scientists will become obsolete due to the presence of super-intelligent Analytics and BI tools.
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Python
1 month ago
Data science

Data Science Day 2024 - Schedule Announcement - Python

Python Data Science Day on March 14th, 2024, will cover latest Data Science trends and tools, suitable for all levels of expertise.
Event includes Lightning Talks by experts, community members, and Microsoft MVPs on Python Data Science and tools for Cloud-based data scaling. [ more ]
Pycoders
1 month ago
Python

PyCoder's Weekly | Issue #619

Duck typing allows flexibility in Python classes based on object behaviors.
IPython Jupyter Magic commands modify cell behavior in notebooks. [ more ]
InfoWorld
1 month ago
Python

What is NumPy? Faster array and matrix math in Python

NumPy is crucial for large-scale computational tasks in Python.
NumPy uses high-speed languages like C, C++, and Fortran to optimize array operations. [ more ]
Medium
3 months ago
Data science

Beyond Python and R: Exploring Diverse Programming Languages in Data Science

Python and R have been the dominant programming languages in data science, but there is a growing trend of using alternative languages.
Alternative languages like Julia, Scala, Java, and SQL are gaining popularity for their unique strengths in data science tasks. [ more ]
Medium
3 months ago
Data science

Beyond Python and R: Exploring Diverse Programming Languages in Data Science

Python and R have been the dominant programming languages in data science, but there is a growing trend of using alternative languages.
Alternative languages like Julia, Scala, Java, and SQL are gaining popularity for their unique strengths in data science tasks. [ more ]
Medium
3 months ago
Data science

Beyond Python and R: Exploring Diverse Programming Languages in Data Science

Python and R have been the dominant programming languages in data science, but there is a growing trend of using alternative languages.
Alternative languages like Julia, Scala, Java, and SQL are gaining popularity for their unique strengths in data science tasks. [ more ]
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DATAVERSITY
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

How to Become a Data Engineer - DATAVERSITY

Data engineers design and maintain data systems, work with scripting languages, and improve data quality.
Demand for data engineers is growing due to the need for strong data architecture in the modern world. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Britain's AI sector expected to get 100m extra funding in budget

Jeremy Hunt plans a budget boost for Britain's AI sector by doubling funding for the Alan Turing Institute.
The funding will focus on AI in healthcare, environmental protection, defense, and national security, aiming to improve public services and economic growth. [ more ]
TechCrunch
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Francine Bennett uses data science to make AI more responsible | TechCrunch

TechCrunch launching interview series on AI-focused women academics.
Francine Bennett involved in AI work in biotech and data science. [ more ]
Medium
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Podcast: The Modern Data Science Development Toolkit

The podcast discusses key frameworks in modern data science, the impact of low-code and no-code AI, and the role of automated machine learning. [ more ]
Medium
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

The Limits of Retrieval Augmentation, 8 AI Research Labs Worth Exploring, and Supercharging LLMs...

Beliefs shape data platform outcomes
Dash Enterprise 5.2 enhances data app development [ more ]
ComputerWeekly.com
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Alan Turing Institute hits 'key milestone' in AI strategy | Computer Weekly

The Alan Turing Institute has appointed four new directors of science and innovation to its senior scientific leadership team.
The institute launched its new strategy, Turing 2.0, based on three grand challenges: environment and sustainability, health, and defence and national security. [ more ]
Medium
2 months ago
Data science

Hands-On Training Sessions Coming to ODSC East

AI and data science are advancing rapidly with new skills and applications emerging.
ODSC East conference features hands-on sessions with real-world use cases to help participants apply their new skills immediately. [ more ]
Realpython
2 months ago
Python

Episode #191: Focusing on Data Science & Less on Engineering and Dependencies - The Real Python Podcast

Metaflow is an open-source framework that simplifies engineering overhead for data scientists and programmers
Metaflow allows for easy management of dependencies and scalability of projects from a local machine to the cloud [ more ]
Mouse Vs Python
10 months ago
Python

The Python Show - Episode 2 - Data Science and Python with Akshay Pachaar (Video) - Mouse Vs Python

The Python Show's second episode is now on YouTube!Today's episode is about data science and Python with my guest, Akshay Pachaar!You can follow Akshay on Twitter or befriend him on LinkedIn.Topics covered include:


How Akshay got into tech, data science, and Python
Using Python in data science
Python and maps / GIS
Machine learning
LLMs
Mouse Vs Python
10 months ago
Python

PyDev of the Week: Prabhu Ramachandran - Mouse Vs Python

This week we welcome Prabhu Ramachandran (@prabhu_r) as our PyDev of the Week!Prabhu is a developer of PySPH and the Mayavi packages.Prabhu works for the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay and speaks internationally at Python conferences.You can see what else Prabhu is up to over on GitHub.Let's spend a few moments getting to know Prabhu better!
Python Software Foundation Blog
10 months ago
Python

The Python Language Summit 2023: Three Talks on the C API

The Python Language Summit 2023 began with an extended discussion of Python's - the interface through which it is possible to communicate between code written in Python and code written in low-level languages, like C. The fullness of this interface is a significant factor behind the vibrancy of Python's ecosystem, enabling libraries such as and that are foundational to Python's widespread use in data science.
Zero To Mastery
10 months ago
Python

[May 2023] Python Monthly Newsletter | Zero To Mastery

42nd issue!If you missed the previous ones, you can read all the previous issues of my monthly Python newsletter here.If it's your first time here... (otherwise, skip this part)
Being a Python developer is a fantastic career option.Python is now the most popular language with lots of growing job demand (especially in the fields of Web, Data Science and Machine Learning).
Zero To Mastery
11 months ago
Python

[April 2023] Python Monthly Newsletter | Zero To Mastery

41st issue!If you missed the previous ones, you can read all the previous issues of my monthly Python newsletter here.If it's your first time here... (otherwise, skip this part)
Being a Python developer is a fantastic career option.Python is now the most popular language with lots of growing job demand (especially in the fields of Web, Data Science and Machine Learning).
Medium
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Datasets for Fine-Tuning Large Language Models, Prompt Engineering Use Cases, and How to Ace the...

Data science development toolkit
Building predictive marketing lists using feature engineering [ more ]
Medium
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Check Out the ODSC East 2024 Schedule Overview Here

ODSC East conference will take place in Boston in April and will feature leading experts in various fields of data science and AI.
The conference will have a hybrid format, with both in-person and virtual components, and will include two co-located summits: The Data Engineering Summit and the Ai X Generative AI Summit. [ more ]
TimesNow
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

AI Empowers Organisations: Unveiling Consumer Trends for Product Portfolio Enhancement

Organizations are increasingly using AI to gain insights into consumer trends
AI can automate data science tasks and extract actionable insights from large datasets [ more ]
Amazic
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Data science - Evolution of NLP from traditional methods to deep learning techniques - Amazic

NLP is the science of helping computers understand and generate contextual responses in human language.
Applications of NLP include content translation, sentiment analysis, and chatbots like Siri and ChatGPT. [ more ]
Mail Online
2 months ago
Environment

Scientist who thought climate crisis would kill us says she was wrong

Hannah Ritchie, a data scientist at the University of Oxford, believes that warnings about the climate crisis may have been overblown.
Ritchie points out that emissions per person have remained the same since 2012 and that the notion of a tipping point into oblivion at 2.7F of warming is not supported by evidence. [ more ]
uxdesign.cc
2 months ago
Data science

The art and science of data visualization

Data Visualization is the art of representing information as a picture or chart that shapes a narrative from a dataset.
Effective Data Visualization translates vast datasets into meaningful and understandable insights. [ more ]
Python GUIs
3 months ago
Web design

Plotting in PyQt - Using PyQtGraph to create interactive plots in your GUI apps

Python has powerful tools for data science, such as pandas and matplotlib.
For highly integrated plots in PyQt, consider using the PyQtGraph library for better performance and customization options. [ more ]
Python GUIs
3 months ago
Web design

Plotting in PyQt - Using PyQtGraph to create interactive plots in your GUI apps

Python has powerful tools for data science, such as pandas and matplotlib.
For highly integrated plots in PyQt, consider using the PyQtGraph library for better performance and customization options. [ more ]
KDnuggets
4 months ago
Remote teams

Remote Work in Data Science: Pros and Cons - KDnuggets

Remote work in data science offers flexibility in work hours and work-life balance.
Remote work provides access to a global job market.
Remote work may come with challenges and disadvantages. [ more ]
Medium
5 months ago
Scala

Spark Tutorial: Master the Essential Skills for Data Engineering and Data Science

Spark has become the defacto tool for big data processing.
Understanding and mastering Spark is crucial for data engineering and data science job interviews. [ more ]
News
10 months ago
Public health

Q&A: An air pollution expert on the dangers of wildfire smoke

June 15, 2023 - Francesca Dominici, Clarence James Gamble Professor of Biostatistics, Population, and Data Science at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and co-director of the Harvard Data Science Initiative, is an expert on the short- and long-term health impacts linked with exposure to air pollution, and especially to wildfire smoke.
News
11 months ago
Public health

New center aims to spur research on climate change and health

May 9, 2023 - Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and Boston University School of Public Health (BUSPH) have been awarded a $6.7 million, three-year grant from the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS), part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), to create a Research Coordinating Center (RCC) on climate change and health.
Medium
10 months ago
Data science

All AI and Machine Learning Solutions Coming to ODSC Europe 2023

We couldn't be more excited to announce our first group of partners for ODSC Europe 2023's AI Expo and Demo Hall.These organizations are shaping the future of the AI and data science industries with their innovative products and services.Check them out below.Comprising more than 200 products and cloud services, Microsoft Azure aims to meet organizations where they are (in the cloud, in-person, or a hybrid of the two) to help develop new business solutions.
Medium
10 months ago
Data science

Final ODSC Europe 2023 Schedule Released! Plan Your Week Here

ODSC Europe 2023 is coming up quickly and we've been hard at work finalizing the conference schedule.We already have 130+ hybrid hands-on training sessions, expert-led workshops, and talks confirmed, with many more sessions coming soon.To help you plan out your conference experience, check out the conference overview below.
Medium
10 months ago
Data science

Building a Business with a Real-Time Analytics Stack, Streaming ML Without a Data Lake, and...

Building a Pizza Delivery Service with a Real-Time Analytics Stack Google Unveils PaLM 2: A Versatile Language Model Integrated Into Google Products The best businesses react quickly and with informed decisions.Here's a use case of how you can use a real-time analytics stack to build a pizza delivery service.
Medium
11 months ago
Data science

7 Leading Universities With Data Analytics Degrees Coming to ODSC East

There are plenty of data science or data analytics degrees available for those looking for a traditional education approach to learning a new skill.Each program has its own unique approaches and merits that are worthy of consideration.This year we're welcoming some great data analytics degrees education partners to ODSC East.
Medium
11 months ago
Data science

11 Can't-Miss Sessions Coming to ODSC East

ODSC East is less than a week away!Be sure to join us there to learn new job-ready skills and learn about cutting-edge developments in data science and AI.Check out a few of our upcoming sessions below.Confidential Data Computing and Collaboration for Data Scientists Raluca Ada Popa, PhD|Associate Professor, Co-Founder Berkeley|PreVeil, Opaque Systems
Collaborating with different teams and sharing data is often complicated by privacy and confidentiality concerns.
Medium
1 year ago
Data science

6 Characteristics of Companies That are Successfully Building AI

With considerations that include user experience, business impact, technical design, and risk management, it's easy to get lost in the many priorities of building AI.And without adopting the right mindset and approach to responsible AI design, your organization risks a number of unintended consequences.
Medium
10 months ago
Data science

Announcing the Free Generative AI Summit on July 20th

This year has been dominated by new developments and advances in generative AI.And it feels like everyone, from kids to grandparents, are talking about it and its applications.To help you go beyond the hype and understand what's really going on in this field, ODSC and Ai+ are hosting a free virtual event on July 20th, the Generative AI Summit.
Medium
10 months ago
Data science

First Speakers Announced for the Generative AI Summit

With our first-ever Generative AI Summit coming July 20th, this free virtual event will cover the topics you need to know to get started developing, using, and understanding generative AI.That being said, here are a few confirmed speakers coming to the event that you can hear from when you register for free.
Medium
10 months ago
Data science

All of the Free Virtual Sessions Coming to ODSC Europe 2023

ODSC Europe is next week, coming up June 14th-15th, and we can't wait to bring the data science community together, both in-person and virtually, to reconnect, learn, and grow.Our in-person passes are almost sold out, but don't worry.If you are unable to join us at the Tobacco Dock this June, we'll be hosting lots of engaging training sessions, workshops, and talks on our virtual platform.
Coding Dojo
10 months ago
Software development

Coding Dojo Alumni Success | Heather D

Disclaimer: Coding Dojo cannot guarantee employment, salary, or career advancement.The experience of this alumnus/alumna may not be representative of all students.Worked as a part-time orchestra teacher at a public middle school, business owner and private teacher of her own private studio, and as a gig musician
Felt overworked, underpaid, under-appreciated, and trapped with no upward mobility
Was exhausted, and often ran into challenges making ends meet no matter how hard she worked




Works as a web developer and is learning what the tech world is like and what it has to offer
Has newfound problem solving skills and made great connections with classmates
Plans to expand her skill set by learning more React and some Node.js in the future


Program: Online Part-Time Accelerated Software Development
"I left bootcamp with a newfound appreciation for "sitting in the struggle."
DevOps.com
11 months ago
Artificial intelligence

SapientAI Emerges From Stealth to Apply AI to App Testing

By: Mike Vizard on
SapientAI emerged from stealth today to automate the writing of test code using a combination of generative artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning algorithms and data science.Fresh from raising $5 million in seed funding, SapientAI CEO Rishi Singh said the goal is to leverage AI to push application testing further left using an AI Test Coder the company built.
Medium
11 months ago
Data science

5 Data Engineering and Data Science Cloud Options for 2023

Data science and data engineering are incredibly resource intensive.Between accessing databases, using frameworks, using applications, and more, a lot of power is needed to run even the simplest algorithms.By using cloud computing, you can easily address a lot of these issues, as many data science cloud options have databases on the cloud that you can access without needing to tinker with your hardware.
EuroPython Blog
10 months ago
Python

EuroPython June 2023 Newsletter

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We have a few updates to share!TL;DR version: Our programme has been finalised, remote tickets are up for sale and we have a whole bunch of fun events and workshops planned throughout the course of the conference.???? Programme
Our list of sessions with the selected talk, tutorials and posters are out now on https://ep2023.europython.eu/sessions.
Medium
10 months ago
Data science

Where Data Science, STEM, Business, & Sales Professionals Find Work

Unlocking the Job Market: Strategies For Data Science STEM, Business, and Sales Careers This article summarizes and compares how those working in STEM, business, and sales found work after college graduation based on data from the U.S. Department of Education's (US DOE's) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) nationally representative sample survey of students known as the Baccalaureate and Beyond Longitudinal Study (B&B).
www.theguardian.com
10 months ago
Venture

A crypto obsession and early Crocs investment lie behind an outsider's hustle mentality'

With its colorful text and whimsical, cartoonish animations, the website for Spice Capital looks more like the online portfolio of a recent art school graduate than the landing page of a venture capital firm.But perhaps that's the point.Maya Bakhai, 28, founded her company in October 2021 with the goal of adding some seasoning to the predominantly white, male, fleece-vest-clad field of venture capital.
Medium
10 months ago
Data science

Announcing ODSC West and APAC 2023

ODSC East may be over, but we still have conferences coming up this summer and Fall.In particular, we are excited to announce that passes for both ODSC West 2023 and ODSC APAC 2023 are now on sale.Below you'll find more information on each.The biggest change coming to ODSC West this year is that the conference is now 4 days instead of 3. We'll be setting up at Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport from October 31st to November 3rd for 4 days of hands-on training sessions, workshops, talks, and networking events.
DATAVERSITY
10 months ago
Business intelligence

Fundamentals of Prescriptive Analytics - DATAVERSITY

Prescriptive analytics uses historical data to find the best course of action for the future.In a way, prescriptive analytics combines elements from both descriptive and predictive analytics to arrive at actual solutions.The increased preoccupation with everything "data" is now a mainstream trend.
AdExchanger
11 months ago
Marketing tech

Beyond Likes And Follows: The Metrics That Really Matter For Retail Marketing | AdExchanger

In fact, of marketing decisions are data-driven, prompting 60% of marketing CMOs to decrease their marketing analytics departments because of "failed promise improvements."At the end of the day, just 17% of B2C marketers believe their data-driven marketing strategies are helping them achieve their goals.
Medium
10 months ago
Data science

Highlights and Pictures from ODSC East 2023

We're a few weeks removed from ODSC East 2023 and we couldn't have left on a better note.The week was filled with engaging sessions on top topics in data science, innovation in AI, and smiling faces that we haven't seen in a while.Here are some highlights from ODSC East 2023, including some pictures of speakers and attendees, popular talks, and a summary of what kept people busy.
Coding Dojo
10 months ago
Software development

Coding Dojo Alumni Success | John C

Disclaimer: Coding Dojo cannot guarantee employment, salary, or career advancement.The experience of this alumnus/alumna may not be representative of all students.Worked as a bar back at a local arcade
Was tired of pursuing industries and jobs he wasn't passionate about
Wanted to find a career where he could be the best version of himself, continue to learn, and help others




Works as a Cybersecurity Technical Coach
Developed a professional network and made lifelong friends
Has a varied and strong knowledge foundation to build on and is comfortable facing new challenges.
Coding Dojo
10 months ago
Software development

Coding Dojo Alumni Success | Halima B

Disclaimer: Coding Dojo cannot guarantee employment, salary, or career advancement.The experience of this alumnus/alumna may not be representative of all students.Worked as a Network Administrator
Grew up in Nigeria and moved to the U.S. two years ago
Did not enjoy her job and wanted something better




Works as a Data Scientist
Has newfound motivation, confidence, and other soft skills
Dreams of reaching the peak of her career as a data scientist, as well as establishing a data science and analytics company in Nigeria


Program: Online Part-Time Data Science
"But after I got the job, it turned out that I actually have what it takes to start my journey as a data scientist.
www.nytimes.com
10 months ago
US news

How to Protect Yourself From Wildfire Smoke if You're at High Risk of Health Effects

As wildfire smoke blankets large swaths of the eastern United States, many people are experiencing physical symptoms, like prickling, stinging eyes; a scratchy throat; a runny nose; and some coughing.For those without underlying conditions, this will largely be a passing source of irritation.You'll be miserable a little bit, but you'll be able to brush it off, said Dr. Panagis Galiatsatos, a pulmonary and critical care medicine physician at Johns Hopkins Medicine.
Medium
10 months ago
Data science

The Most Popular In-Person Sessions from ODSC East 2023

ODSC East 2023 is done, and it was a huge success!Attendees were buzzing about the sessions that filled up rooms and left them ready to take on the challenges that waited for them back in the office.From NLP, ML, and generative AI, to even artificial general intelligence, the topics were diverse and awe-inspiring.
Medium
10 months ago
Data science

Is an AI Coding Assistant Right For You?

Though some have worried that coding assistants might take the place of data scientists, as we've discussed in the past, that won't be the case.Instead, these programs are tuned to enhance a user's existing skills while providing a bit of extra help where they might lack.So whether you're a seasoned data scientist, engineer, or just getting your feet wet in the data science field, let's take a look at how AI coding assistants can help data process regardless of their skill level.
Medium
10 months ago
Data science

Learn About the Latest Projects in AI at the ODSC Europe AI Expo Hall With These Sessions

Research and new offerings in AI fuel the field of data science.At ODSC events, we love to highlight our partners' latest developments, products, services, and research, so that you can see how organizations from around the world are changing the landscape of AI.At ODSC Europe this June 14th and 15th, you can learn about these developments through the demo talks mentioned below.
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
11 months ago
Mental health

Advancing Learning Health Care Research to Improve Mental Health Services and Outcomes

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1. Mental health services and outcomes should be evaluated across the lifespan to identify areas of improvement. 2. Innovative approaches and research methods are encouraged to advance learning in healthcare for mental health. 3. Collaborations between public and private entities are
Medium
10 months ago
Data science

sktime-Python Toolbox for Machine Learning with Time Series

Editor's note: Franz Kiraly is a speaker for ODSC Europe this June.Be sure to check out his talk, "sktime - Python Toolbox for Machine Learning with Time Series
sktime is a Python package for time series tasks like forecasting, classification, and transformations with a familiar and user-friendly scikit-learn-like API.
Harvard Business Review
10 months ago
Business

What Does It Actually Take to Build a Data-Driven Culture?

Most people who work on data science, AI, and digital transformation are painfully aware that it is often culture, not technology, that stymies their efforts.Many even know the high-level steps they're supposed to take to fix this problem - invest attention and money into changing people's mindsets and how the company uses data.
www.independent.co.uk
10 months ago
UK news

Labour would not turn to immigration to plug workforce shortages Reeves

A Labour government wouldn't turn to immigration as the easy answer to plugging workforce shortages, Rachel Reeves has said.The shadow chancellor said Britons should be trained to fill vacancies in sectors such as data science and in the NHS.It comes after Labour chairwoman Anneliese Dodds last week indicated migration could increase in the short term if the party comes to power, but would ultimately be reduced by addressing the domestic skills shortage.
Medium
1 year ago
Artificial intelligence

Explainable AI (XAI) in remote sensing classification tasks

There is no doubt that deep learning (DL) has a great future ahead of it when it comes to supporting spatial analysis and remote sensing.The possibility to automate many complex tasks enables the potential to reduce the time between a spatial phenomenon occurring and action taken by people living or governing the specific area.
Business Insider
11 months ago
Career

I got fired from my dream tech job but now I make more money and work less hours a week as a content creator. Here's how I built it up.

Zulie Rane makes six figures as a content creator after being fired from her job at a tech company.Being fired was difficult, but it was a blessing in disguise and now she loves her job.Rane said she had to figure out what she was good at to succeed in a new industry.Today, I'm a six-figure content creator.
Los Angeles Times
11 months ago
California

USC to open School of Advanced Computing -- and liberal arts majors are welcome

(Al Seib/Los Angeles Times)

A USC sociology, history or dance major may not be attuned to the discipline of quantum computing, but the university's soon to open School of Advanced Computing will open its doors to all - as well as dramatically expand the number of degrees it confers in technology-related fields, officials announced Thursday.
DevOps.com
11 months ago
Artificial intelligence

GitLab Allies With Google to Bring AI to DevOps

By: Mike Vizard on
GitLab extended its alliance with Google as part of an effort to bring more generative artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities to DevOps workflows.The GitLab suite of software-as-a-service (SaaS) applications already reside on the Google cloud platform to provide GitLab with the foundation of data required to train those AI models.
Medium
11 months ago
Data science

Announcing the ODSC East 2023 Keynote Speakers

ODSC East is just a few weeks away, and we couldn't be more excited to announce our Keynote and Track Keynote speakers.They represent some of the leading minds in both industry and academia Collectively, our keynote speakers have written numerous articles and papers, been the recipients of notable awards, been recognized by respected publications, and received fellowships.
Medium
11 months ago
Data science

The AI Expo Hall, a Generative AI Hackathon, and Other Free Ways to Attend ODSC East

Did you know that there are a few ways that you're able to attend ODSC East 2023 for free?Well, don't worry because we're going to give you a detailed rundown on how you can enjoy the world's leading data science conference without spending a single penny.Though by the end, you'll likely see how attending ODSC East is a great investment for any data professional or aspiring data professional.
Medium
11 months ago
Data science

Even More Demo Sessions Coming to ODSC East to Help You Build AI Better

It's time for part 2 of our partner session highlight.Check out more of the talks and workshops from industry-leading data science and AI organizations coming to ODSC East 2023 below.You can see our first round of sessions here.Human-in-the-Loop: Strategies for Improving Time Series Anomaly Detection Andrew Cheesman|Head of Data Science|Bigeye
Despite the availability of expertise and effective tools, challenging problems still remain in the field of anomaly detection.
Medium
11 months ago
Data science

Deep Learning Approaches to Sentiment Analysis (with spaCy!)

Editor's note: Benjamin Batorsky, PhD is a speaker for ODSC East 2023.Be sure to check out his talk, "Bagging to BERT - A Tour of Applied NLP," there!It's always good to start a blog post with a joke (even if it's not a very good one):
Why is this funny?In English, "well" can refer to a state of being and a device for retrieving water.
Medium
11 months ago
Data science

Is Machine Learning Necessary to Solve Problems in Biology?

Editor's note: Joshy George is a speaker for ODSC East this May 9th-11th.Be sure to check out his talk, "Is Machine Learning Necessary to Solve Problems in Biology," there!The French mathematician Pierre-Simon Laplace suggested that we can accurately predict the universe's future if we know the precise position and velocity of every particle in the universe.
Zero To Mastery
1 year ago
Python

[March 2023] Python Monthly Newsletter | Zero To Mastery

40th issue!If you missed the previous ones, you can read all the previous issues of my monthly Python newsletter here.If it's your first time here... (otherwise, skip this part)
Being a Python developer is a fantastic career option.Python is now the most popular language with lots of growing job demand (especially in the fields of Web, Data Science and Machine Learning).
Medium
1 year ago
Data science

Beauty in the AI of the Beholder

Editor's note: Bonny is a speaker for ODSC East 2023 this May 9th-11th.Be sure to check out her talk, "Telling Geospatial Stories with Open Source Solutions," there!I don't know about you but I only see the limits of AI in the realms of critical thinking and decision-making.I think its moment is Bayesian and should be focused on calculating probabilities of profit (if that is your thing).
Medium
1 year ago
Data science

Announcing the Topic Tracks for ODSC Europe 2023

Designed to help you identify the sessions that best fit your interests and learning goals, the ODSC Europe 2023 tracks highlight the data science and AI fields that are helping to build the future.You'll learn about the latest research, topics, and tools from the leading experts in their respective fields.
Digiday
1 year ago
Artificial intelligence

Marketing Briefing: Coca-Cola and other major marketers enter 'test and learn' phase with generative AI

Last week, Coca-Cola pitched fans on using generative artificial intelligence tools to create artwork for the brand with the chance that something they create could potentially appear on billboards in New York and London.The beverage behemoth is also reportedly working with consultancy Bain & Company to consider how it can integrate AI technologies into its marketing.
TechCrunch
1 year ago
Growth hacking

Snap exec and head of growth Jacob Andreou heads to Greylock

Snap's head of growth and previously longtime product head Jacob Andreou is leaving the social media company after 8 years to join Greylock as a General Partner.The exec announced his transition plans via a Twitter post noting he would be leaving Snap in May to focus on partnering with the "next generation of consumer founders."
Padailypost
1 year ago
Education

Lawsuit sparks debate over placement of math students in Palo Alto schools

By Braden Cartwright Daily Post Staff Writer
A lawsuit challenging the Palo Alto Unified School District's practices for placing ninth graders in math classes has sparked a debate about how fast students should be allowed to advance, and what that does to their mental health.On one side, there's a group who thinks the district should be more focused on mental health and helping students who are struggling than students who are bored.
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