Typical educational pathways for network engineers transitioning to data science often involve earning a degree or certificate in data science, statistics, or a related field. Alternatively, they can pursue online courses or bootcamps in data science and machine learning, gaining proficiency in programming languages like Python and learning data manipulation and analysis techniques. Practical experience through personal projects or internships can be valuable, along with networking within the data science community to explore job opportunities and stay updated on industry trends.
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