How can someone with no prior technical background gain the necessary technical skills for data science roles?

Question

What strategies can individuals without prior technical experience use to acquire the required technical skills for data science positions?

Answer 1

To gain technical skills for data science roles with no prior background, start by learning the fundamentals of programming (e.g., Python or R) through online courses or coding bootcamps. Progress to statistics, data manipulation, and visualization. Participate in open-source projects, join data science communities, and practice on datasets. Building a portfolio of personal projects and seeking internships or entry-level positions can help bridge the gap to a data science career.

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