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Cracking the Data Science Interview

By : Leondra R. Gonzalez, Aaren Stubberfield
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Cracking the Data Science Interview

By: Leondra R. Gonzalez, Aaren Stubberfield

Overview of this book

The data science job market is saturated with professionals of all backgrounds, including academics, researchers, bootcampers, and Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) graduates. This poses a challenge for companies seeking the best person to fill their roles. At the heart of this selection process is the data science interview, a crucial juncture that determines the best fit for both the candidate and the company. Cracking the Data Science Interview provides expert guidance on approaching the interview process with full preparation and confidence. Starting with an introduction to the modern data science landscape, you’ll find tips on job hunting, resume writing, and creating a top-notch portfolio. You’ll then advance to topics such as Python, SQL databases, Git, and productivity with shell scripting and Bash. Building on this foundation, you'll delve into the fundamentals of statistics, laying the groundwork for pre-modeling concepts, machine learning, deep learning, and generative AI. The book concludes by offering insights into how best to prepare for the intensive data science interview. By the end of this interview guide, you’ll have gained the confidence, business acumen, and technical skills required to distinguish yourself within this competitive landscape and land your next data science job.
Table of Contents (21 chapters)
Free Chapter
1
Part 1: Breaking into the Data Science Field
4
Part 2: Manipulating and Managing Data
10
Part 3: Exploring Artificial Intelligence
16
Part 4: Getting the Job

Negotiating the offer

Undertaking the journey to secure your ideal job offer requires more than just accepting the first proposal that comes your way. It’s about understanding your worth, articulating your unique value, and strategically negotiating for what truly matters to you. In this section, we delve into the art of negotiation, guiding you through the essential considerations, from assessing your market value to understanding the full spectrum of the offer’s elements. We’ll explore various scenarios, including the nuances faced by new graduates and experienced professionals when pivoting careers, to demonstrate how tailored negotiation strategies can significantly impact your job offer.

Negotiation considerations

The first step in negotiating an offer is understanding your market value. This isn’t always obvious, but it’s important that this assessment is objective. To begin, highlight your unique skills, experiences, and accomplishments...