Data Scientist (2021 version)
Learn Python and SQL and build the skills you need to query, analyze, and visualize data.
Includes SQL, Python 3, NumPy, pandas, matplotlib, scikit-learn, and more.
Skill level
BeginnerTime to complete
35 weeksCertificate of completion
YesPrerequisites
None
About this skill path
Companies are looking for data-driven decision makers, and this Career Path will teach you the skills you need to become just that. You’ll learn to analyze data, communicate your findings, and even draw predictions using machine learning. Along the way, you’ll build portfolio-worthy projects that will help you get job-ready.
Syllabus
21 units • 85 lessons • 64 projects • 56 quizzes- 1
Welcome to the Data Scientist Career Path
Start off with an overview of what you’ll cover in the Data Scientist Career Path, projects you’ll build, and resources you’ll benefit from.
- 2
Getting Started with Data Science
Start with a quick introduction to Data Science: what it is, how it works, and how it’s shaping the future of the technology industry.
- 3
Python Fundamentals
Learn the fundamentals of Python from syntax to modules.
- 4
Python Portfolio Project
Use your understanding of Python syntax to sort and analyze data about U.S. medical insurance costs!
- 5
Data Acquisition
Learn about various methods of acquiring data.
- 6
Data Manipulation with Pandas
Gain an overview of data manipulation and data analysis with pandas, and introduce Python lambda functions.
- 7
Data Wrangling and Tidying
Most data scientists spend the bulk of their time preprocessing data. Learn how to do it right.
Projects in this skill path
- Project
Python Syntax: Medical Insurance Project
Use Python to calculate medical insurance rate costs! - Project
Python Functions: Medical Insurance Project
In this project, you will write a Python function that estimates medical insurance costs. - Project
Python Control Flow: Medical Insurance Project
Use Python control flow to provide advice on how individuals can lower their medical insurance costs.
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