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Introduction to Polars
- BasicSkill Level
- 4.8+
- 587
Learn how to efficiently transform, clean, and analyze data using Polars, a Python library for fast data manipulation.
Data Manipulation
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Improving Query Performance in SQL Server
- IntermediateSkill Level
- 4.8+
- 582
In this course, students will learn to write queries that are both efficient and easy to read and understand.
Software Development
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Financial Trading in Python
- IntermediateSkill Level
- 4.8+
- 579
Learn to implement custom trading strategies in Python, backtest them, and evaluate their performance!
Applied Finance
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AI Agents with Hugging Face smolagents
- AdvancedSkill Level
- 4.8+
- 578
Learn how to build intelligent agents that reason, act, and solve real-world tasks using Python.
Artificial Intelligence
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Machine Learning with Tree-Based Models in R
- BasicSkill Level
- 4.9+
- 575
Learn how to use tree-based models and ensembles to make classification and regression predictions with tidymodels.
Machine Learning
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Demystifying Decision Science
- BasicSkill Level
- 4.8+
- 573
Solidify your decision science skills by designing data-informed frameworks and implementing efficient solutions.
Data Literacy
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Market Basket Analysis in Python
- IntermediateSkill Level
- 4.9+
- 571
Explore association rules in market basket analysis with Python by bookstore data and creating movie recommendations.
Machine Learning
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String Manipulation with stringr in R
- IntermediateSkill Level
- 4.8+
- 564
Learn how to pull character strings apart, put them back together and use the stringr package.
Software Development
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Introduction to Predictive Analytics in Python
- BasicSkill Level
- 4.8+
- 563
In this course youll learn to use and present logistic regression models for making predictions.
Machine Learning
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Case Study: Analyzing Job Market Data in Power BI
- BasicSkill Level
- 4.8+
- 562
Help a fictional company in this interactive Power BI case study. You’ll use Power Query, DAX, and dashboards to identify the most in-demand data jobs!
Data Manipulation
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Data Ingestion and Semantic Models with Microsoft Fabric
- BasicSkill Level
- 4.8+
- 560
Learn to bring data into Microsoft Fabric, covering Pipelines, Dataflows, Shortcuts, Semantic Models, security, and model refresh.
Other
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Unsupervised Learning in R
- IntermediateSkill Level
- 4.8+
- 555
This course provides an intro to clustering and dimensionality reduction in R from a machine learning perspective.
Machine Learning
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Developing Machine Learning Models for Production
- IntermediateSkill Level
- 4.8+
- 552
Shift to an MLOps mindset, enabling you to train, document, maintain, and scale your machine learning models to their fullest potential.
Machine Learning
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Building Dashboards with Dash and Plotly
- IntermediateSkill Level
- 4.8+
- 550
Learn how to build interactive and insight-rich dashboards with Dash and Plotly.
Data Visualization
Artificial Intelligence
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Introduction to Bioconductor in R
- IntermediateSkill Level
- 4.8+
- 539
Learn to use essential Bioconductor packages for bioinformatics using datasets from viruses, fungi, humans, and plants!
Probability & Statistics
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Machine Learning with caret in R
- IntermediateSkill Level
- 4.9+
- 537
This course teaches the big ideas in machine learning like how to build and evaluate predictive models.
Machine Learning
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Practicing Coding Interview Questions in Python
- AdvancedSkill Level
- 4.8+
- 537
Prepare for your next coding interviews in Python.
Software Development
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Quantitative Risk Management in Python
- AdvancedSkill Level
- 4.8+
- 535
Learn about risk management, value at risk and more applied to the 2008 financial crisis using Python.
Applied Finance
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Cleaning Data in PostgreSQL Databases
- IntermediateSkill Level
- 4.8+
- 530
Learn to tame your raw, messy data stored in a PostgreSQL database to extract accurate insights.
Data Preparation
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Writing Functions and Stored Procedures in SQL Server
- IntermediateSkill Level
- 4.9+
- 529
Master SQL Server programming by learning to create, update, and execute functions and stored procedures.
Software Development
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Case Study: Analyzing Healthcare Data in Power BI
- IntermediateSkill Level
- 4.9+
- 528
Practice Power BI with our healthcare case study. Analyze data, uncover efficiency insights, and build a dashboard.
Data Visualization
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AI for Human Resources
- BasicSkill Level
- 4.9+
- 526
Collaborate with AI to make recruiting, people ops, and policy engagement faster and fairer.
Artificial Intelligence
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Case Study: Net Revenue Management in Excel
- IntermediateSkill Level
- 4.8+
- 523
You will use Net Revenue Management techniques in Excel for a Fast Moving Consumer Goods company.
Applied Finance
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NoSQL Concepts
- IntermediateSkill Level
- 4.8+
- 521
In this conceptual course (no coding required), you will learn about the four major NoSQL databases and popular engines.
Data Engineering
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Statistical Techniques in Tableau
- IntermediateSkill Level
- 4.8+
- 517
Take your reporting skills to the next level with Tableau’s built-in statistical functions.
Probability & Statistics
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Generalized Linear Models in R
- IntermediateSkill Level
- 4.8+
- 514
The Generalized Linear Model course expands your regression toolbox to include logistic and Poisson regression.
Probability & Statistics
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Power BI for End Users
- BasicSkill Level
- 4.8+
- 509
Explore Power BI Service, master the interface, make informed decisions, and maximize the power of your reports.
Reporting
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Foundations of Inference in R
- IntermediateSkill Level
- 4.7+
- 507
Learn how to draw conclusions about a population from a sample of data via a process known as statistical inference.
Probability & Statistics
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Importing and Managing Financial Data in Python
- IntermediateSkill Level
- 4.8+
- 504
In this course, youll learn how to import and manage financial data in Python using various tools and sources.
Applied Finance
FAQs
What is data science?
Data science is an area of expertise focused on gaining information from data. Using programming skills, scientific methods, algorithms, and more, data scientists analyze data to form actionable insights.
How can I learn data science?
You’ll need to learn a programming language such as Python or R and master the principles of math and statistics. Knowledge of data analysis methods and data science tools is also essential. There are many ways to learn data science. As well as formal means of education, such as a degree or university study, there are plenty of other resources to help you learn at your own pace. As well as online courses and tutorials, there are books, videos, and more.
What skills are required for data science?
As well as knowledge of mathematics and statistics, data scientists need programming skills in languages such as Python, R, and SQL. Additionally, data science requires the ability to work with large data sets, knowledge of data visualization, data wrangling, and database management. Skills in machine learning and deep learning can also be useful.
What can I use data science for?
In a professional capacity, almost every industry can use data science to some degree. Healthcare organizations use data science to detect and cure diseases, while finance companies use it to detect and prevent fraud. All kinds of industries use data science for marketing, such as building recommendation systems and analyzing customer churn.
Is data science a good career?
Yes, data science is among the fastest-growing sectors in the US and worldwide. It’s also one of the best-paid careers out there. According to data from Payscale, experience data scientists earn an average of $97,609 and have a satisfaction rating of four stars out of five in the US.
Is it difficult to become a data scientist?
There are a few things to consider here. First, data science degrees can be competitive to get onto, often requiring consistently high grades. Similarly, many of the skills required for data science require a lot of study and patience. It can take several months to master all of the necessary basics, as well as a lot of practical experience to secure an entry-level position.
Does data science require coding?
Yes, you’ll need some coding experience in languages such as Python, R, SQL, Java, and C/C++. However, due to its relatively simple syntax, Python programming language is often the preferred choice among newcomers.
How long does it take to become a data scientist?
For a person with no prior coding experience and/or mathematical background, it can typically take 7 to 12 months of intensive studies to be at the level of an entry-level data scientist. However, it is important to remember that learning only the theoretical basis of data science may not make you a real data scientist.
What topics can I study within data science?
Once you’ve mastered the foundations of data science, you can then specialize in a variety of areas, including machine learning, artificial intelligence, big data analysis, business analytics and intelligence, data mining, and more.
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