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Updated on March 15, 2023

Software! In! Space!

When people think of space exploration, they tend to think of rockets soaring into the sky. But a lot more goes into successful missions than just spaceships.

Sara A. Metwalli Sara A. Metwalli
Updated on March 15, 2023

10 Key Data Science Skills That Will Surprise You

Being a great data scientist takes takes more than just knowing how to program. You also need these 10 soft skills.

Rick Spencer Rick Spencer
Updated on March 15, 2023

4 Key Trends in Software Development Careers

The pandemic has accelerated some trends that were already in motion. So, what changes can we expect in software development careers?

Peter Wang Peter Wang
Updated on March 15, 2023

Mentorships Are the Key to Advancing Data Science

No one can go it alone. Good advisors and industry-wide cooperation are needed to advance the field.

Sara A. Metwalli Sara A. Metwalli
Updated on March 15, 2023

5 Structured Thinking Techniques for Data Scientists

Try 1 of these 5 structured thinking techniques as you wrestle with your next data science project.

Sara A. Metwalli Sara A. Metwalli
Updated on March 15, 2023

10 Data Science Terms Every Analyst Needs to Know

Here’s your guide to understanding basic data science lingo.

Kerry Halladay Kerry Halladay
Updated on March 15, 2023

How to Move From Math Major to Data Scientist

Steps to get you started.

Paul Rowe Paul Rowe
Updated on March 15, 2023

How to Hire Engineers at Every Career Level

To build a great software team, you need to know what to look for, red flags to spot, and how to evaluate engineers. This guide will help you get started on assessing candidates at every level, from those new to the field to experts.

Bushra Anjum Bushra Anjum
Updated on March 15, 2023

Congratulations on Your Data Science Degree. There’s Still a Lot Left to Learn.

The working world has different motivations and expectations than your professors did. Read on to learn what being a data scientist is really like.

Sara A. Metwalli Sara A. Metwalli
Updated on March 15, 2023

9 Mistakes Data Scientists Must Avoid

From early career data to senior-level professionals, these are the most common mistakes data scientists make . . . and how to avoid them!