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Let's talk about the different most common roles in the field of data and the skills associated with each of them. Here's a brief description of each role and the key tasks or skills. Tell us which skills fit best with your profile or which ones you usethe most."
Data Analysts: Data analysts are responsible for analyzing data to gain insights and support business decision-making. They have skills in metrics and reporting, data visualization, and storytelling to effectively communicate findings to stakeholders.
Data Scientists π§ͺ: Data scientists use advanced data analysis, statistical, and machine learning techniques to solve complex problems and generate predictive insights. They excel in statistics and ML modeling, as well as experimentation and inference to validate their models.
Data Engineers π οΈ: Data engineers focus on building and maintaining data infrastructures, including creating data pipelines, managing databases, and deploying models. They are experts in data pipelines, databases, and data tools.
Machine Learning Engineers π€: Machine learning engineers specialize in implementing and deploying machine learning models in production. They excel in model deployment, ML Ops, and developing infrastructures for the model lifecycle.
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Each of these roles requires specific skills, but there are also common skills that are important in all data roles:
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Metrics & Reporting: Ability to define relevant metrics and create reports to assess performance and make decisions.
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Business Insights: Understanding the business and being able to derive actionable insights from data to improve business outcomes.
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Data Visualization: Ability to create effective visualizations that communicate insights clearly and persuasively.
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Storytelling: Ability to tell stories with data, connecting insights with business objectives and audiences.
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Experimentation: Ability to design and execute experiments to validate hypotheses and make data-driven decisions.
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Inference: Ability to draw conclusions and make decisions based on statistical analysis and predictive models.
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Stats & ML Modeling: Knowledge of statistics and machine learning modeling to develop predictive models.
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Model Deployment: Ability to implement models effectively and scalably in production.
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ML Ops: Knowledge of best practices for managing and maintaining models in production.
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Data Pipelines: Experience in building and managing data pipelines for efficient data processing and analysis.
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Databases: Deep knowledge of databases and data storage systems.
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Data Tools: Selection and use of tools and technologies for managing data at scale.
So, What is your Data role profile β
Best regards, Adrian