Rise above the competition and excel in your next interview with this one-stop guide to Python, SQL, version control, statistics, machine learning, and much more

Key Features

Acquire highly sought-after skills of the trade, including Python, SQL, statistics, and machine learning

Gain the confidence to explain complex statistical, machine learning, and deep learning theory

Extend your expertise beyond model development with version control, shell scripting, and model deployment fundamentals

Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook

Book Description

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.

What you will learn

Explore data science trends, job demands, and potential career paths

Secure interviews with industry-standard resume and portfolio tips

Practice data manipulation with Python and SQL

Learn about supervised and unsupervised machine learning models

Master deep learning components such as backpropagation and activation functions

Enhance your productivity by implementing code versioning through Git

Streamline workflows using shell scripting for increased efficiency

Who this book is for

Whether you’re a seasoned professional who needs to brush up on technical skills or a beginner looking to enter the dynamic data science industry, this book is for you. To get the most out of this book, basic knowledge of Python, SQL, and statistics is necessary. However, anyone familiar with other analytical languages, such as R, will also find value in this resource as it helps you revisit critical data science concepts like SQL, Git, statistics, and deep learning, guiding you to crack through data science interviews.