Dataquest Review [2020] from a Data Scientist

[@TheCareerForce]

What tool are you using to learn to code?

[@shuaibahmed6031]

Use a mix but my main three are: realpython, Dataquest and DataCamp.

[@motunrayobabatunde1963]

I'm using udacity. Quite expensive if I do say so myself. Could you please do a review on Udacity? Thank you. I love your channel! This video series has some serious value to people like me thay are looking to get into marketing analytics

[@shuaibahmed6031]

@@motunrayobabatunde1963 Udacity Data Analyst Nanaodegree is among the best on the catalogue, in my opinion. I took it last year, and the projects are very relevant/up to date. The community is also large. It's definitely the more costly options (sad they seemed to take away their 1-1 mentor option) but offers a great structure to follow. Highly recommended if you're looking for applied/project experience.

[@juliorosales1546]

Datacamp based off of your review. Thanks!

[@leaderemad]

After your previous review ... I signed on Datacamp for 75% discount

[@khanhlong89]

I actually prefer the text-based learning style from DataQuest, over video-based as the instructions are clearer and found the lagging a non-issue.

[@zachadolphe3633]

Same here, I think it is also important to eventually be able to learn by reading and Dataquest will reference the documentation a lot so that you get use to it. Eventually, you have to get use to it because once you are a data scientist you will have to look up more advanced documentation anyway.

[@Bayo106]

@@zachadolphe3633 exactly

[@newbestofthis4422]

I tried both data camp and dataquest. I prefer dataquest I like the text based delivery than video based. The lagging wasn't an issue for me. I didn't learn anything from data camp because they give more videos and text and when it comes to the exercises they spoon feed me instead of letting me figure out how to code myself and they make you feel that you learned a lot when you didn't learn anything. For example, in dataquest data analyst with R. They provide me with the dataset and they give me the option to download the data on my R studio and I study it without the need to use their R environment then I will submit my answer back to their environment which is a good thing because in the future you're gonna work on your R program not dataquest R environment. Data camp doesn't teach you to code yourself they make you depend on them and their environment and help. They even don't provide the dataset to import it to my R studio and practice coding myself.

[@newbestofthis4422]

The cons is that they son't have many options with languages even the data science track is just available with python but not R which is the one I prefer. They also don't have much tracks. But I took their data analyst track and it was pretty good. I think I will unsubscribe as soon as I finish the traxk ans move to another platforms and books instead.

[@zachadolphe3633]

I also like how dataquest references the documentation a lot because that is something you will have to get use to once you are a data scientist and have to search more advanced topics in the documentation.

[@PlanetBorne]

This isn't much if a of a review, she mostly talks about how the resume prep is bad and "lag" on the platform. What are the individual courses like? How good is the math prep? What type of projects did you do? How is the machine learning sub course? Does it actually teach you anything relevant to data science or not? Wouldn't recommend basing a decision on this "review".

[@stephaniaa3124]

Their pricing structure has recently changed. Right now, they are only offering their premium membership option for $49 a month.

[@chrissabre1761]

Im using the premium and I can confirm about the lag for the compiler or whatever you call it, I can count 4-6 seconds about every time I submit code !! Im also using Datacamp and there is NO lag. The dataquest training is good though and Im able to understand it even as a noob.

[@ManPursueExcellence]

Oh, that’s good, you’re a noob and it’s coming along nicely for you. That’s good to hear.

[@sactergraw8166]

I have heard that Dataquest offers more projects than other platforms like Datacamp, and that prpjects are really valuable in terms of learning more related job-like stuff. Do you agree? I dont know which to choose yet

[@Anirudha_Dudhasagare]

which platform did you select?

[@ekb3392]

Thank you very much for your review! It's very helpful!

[@chaitanyanandurkar9009]

I took dataquest and it is possible to talk with a data scientist. But you have to ask on help and they will send an online scheduler if you are a premium member

[@mac3643]

I use dataquest for a year (and I also code for about a year). I use other websites as well, depending on my current needs. After a year my favourite websites for learning coding are dataquest, coursera, hacerrank and some more popular in my country iNauka and Labmasters. Dataquest is a bit expensive but what I like about it is that I can practice a lot and write projects to my portfolio, for which I can get a feedback. People from Dataquest Community keep motivating me and give me suggestions. They advised for the things I could improve. I noticed how my coding skills got better over that year. They keep improving their service and find out new activities for learners (check dataquest direct).

[@nujanai]

Thanks for the review. If you are considering any video requests, I would love to hear your thoughts on Julia.

[@waynelast1685]

I purchased both Dataquest and Datacamp. I am an experienced self learner but can someone please comment on the REAL effectiveness of these learning programs to become competent in Data Analysis?

[@Hsinking]

I have completed data scientist/analyst courses on codecademy, datacamp, dataquest, here is my brief review on these three: datacamp(obtained 350K exp): fill in the blank style, videos are short, lecturers' skill (I learned one skill in course A and applied it in course B, the system said my answer was wrong) and course difficulty vary(some courses are too simple/hard to be meaningful); quantity over quality ( so many reading the material only lecturers nowadays); projects are short and fill in the blank style (I would call it exercise instead of project); If you have other learning materials, it is not bad to add datacamp for more exercises when they have a sale, however, it is not right to choose it as your main learning platform. cadecademy(obtained 600+ trophies): most interactive with best width of data science,however, they were more focused on web development and ds courses are still 'under construction', recommended when there is a sale; dataquest: best depth of data science, projects are 'real' when comparing with datacamp's, exercises are writing codes instead of filling the blank; reading the text only learning style not suitable for everyone; does not have BI,excel and AI courses(basically SQL,Python,R, Basic Machine learning with statistics), recommended when there is a sale. Online courses can only lead you in, earning a data analyst/scientist certificate from any online platform won't let you get a job, for that you need to really have an interest in this field and have completed meaningful projects after all the learning.: reading bookings, completing moocs et etc. Learning from the online platform from above is just a small step( those 'I got a job' after taking the datacamp/dataquest/codecademy stories are survivor stories), just ask yourself, would datacamp/dataquest/codecademy hire me after I completed their own ds courses, then you will realize how valuable those data scientist certiicates are.

[@Sece1]

There is a dataquest sale going on right now. Wondering if it prepares you for a DS interview well? Also have you tried udacity DS nanodegree?

[@brucemcminn5169]

Never had a problem with lag. Don't know how it would relate to text-based instruction anyways. I have appreciated the focus on Python and SQL.

[@willmelton5207]

How would you compare Dataquest to 365 Data Science?

[@owandaisy4147]

One thing I do in datacamp is, when it's time to do the exercise, sometimes I wipe off all the code n try to write it out on my own

[@ManPursueExcellence]

I love your professional roasting 😂

[@juliorosales1546]

Thanks so much for your reviews. I know that that the market is inundated with resources and it’s enticing to invest some of our own money for our future but deciding on which resources can be confusing. Ever since you started your channel I have looked towards your reviews so thank you so much!

[@nick_g]

I thought the whole point of dataquest was that it focused on a project based approach. i personally hate most education sites which I tend to think are just reference books set to long videos.

[@dietrevich]

Thank you for your amazing and honest review! Almost signed up there!

[@waynelast1685]

Another commenter on another video says the “lag” is because Dataquest is doing a thorough check of your answer , unlike Datacamp which will tell you you’re correct but not sometime.

[@DecentxR]

syllabus covered in dataquest is good or bad if i want to do projects for resume and get a job?

[@dz9589]

Thanks for the review, Jen.

[@OlgaPogozheva]

Thank you for the episode! And are there any courses on data engineering, or are they all focused on data science?

[@waynelast1685]

Look at the website but I think not so much data engineering.

[@avi-ventures]

But you didn’t review the content itself Is the Dataquest better for data science training compared to Codecademy. I prefer the learn by doing approach , I feel disengaged with data camps video approach. Please advise me on this. What is more complete and up to clear a good standard

[@TheCareerForce]

In terms of content and delivery, they're very similar. For the price and considering the lag issues which many people experience, I'd go with Codecademy over Dataquest since you weren't a fan of DataCamp's style.

[@juliorosales1546]

She says this towards the end, literally says that for the price go with one of the other two.

[@lydanghuong3597]

@@TheCareerForce How about projects offer by Dataquest and Codecademy? Which one is better? I also consider this point as Dataquest claims that we can download their projects and put them on our portfolio.

[@applikai]

Is it good for Data Engineering? I did not find Data Engineering path as good as Data Analyst/Scientist. Would love your opinion. Thanks!

[@minjaelee3318]

I don't need career coaching. Dataquest course is enough taking an interview or work in real field?

[@sakethsai3382]

Hey, I actually got a scholarship from dataquest - Data analyst with python and R for 3 months and they will most likely increase the duration for another 3 months if I complete atleast one course from the whole path which is a pretty good deal. since codeacadamy and data camp provide the same quality of content, I'd say dataquest is doing a goodjob providing it for free for several months unlike others. But do you think it's good enough to start a career adn get a job in Data science field atleast as a datanalyst at start? since most of people work their way through data analyst to become a data scientist.

[@cyril3188]

Thank you for this review. I would very much like to have your feedback on the 365 data science program ;)

[@donnelly5757]

As someone who is trying to gain an entry level data analyst job, I have been using Dataquest, Codecademy, Udemy, Coursera, and Udacity to gain the necessary skills. I will be starting a three month SAS Base Certified Programming course from Syracuse next month thanks to a program that will waive the course and exam fees. By the time I finish this program, I will have been at this (acquiring skills and working on projects) for nearly 18 months. The big question remains. Will I ultimately need to go back to college to pursue a quantitative degree to greatly increase my chances of landing an entry level position?

[@ilasilas3261]

At 18 months you should already be more than ready for an entry level job. There’s plenty of people that self studied into a job like that in way less time I see on forums.

[@donnelly5757]

@@ilasilas3261 Some people on those forums may have had referrals to help them land a job. From what I read, sending in resumes and cover letters online only yields about a 2% chance of an interview. I have read people on forums who have sent out 200-400 resumes and only around 4 interviews and no job. I may need to hire a mentor that can help me with networking.

[@TheCareerForce]

Without knowing your full background, it's hard to say for sure. However if you've been working at it consistently, you should have a good skill set at this point. A lot of landing a job is how you're presenting yourself. Your resume, linked in, networking, and ultimately interview can all help or hurt you here. It shouldn't take 200 applications to get interviews or a job if someone has a good strategy for searching for jobs, reaching out to people, and is presenting themselves well. That's a fairly high level view. I can work with you in more detail on this though if you are interested in coaching. see the link in the video description for more details about coaching. I work with people every week on exactly this challenge.

[@Tkellz62]

Would you recommend them at the discounted price of $25/month?

[@TheCareerForce]

No. I felt like it was too much of a headache to work with to recommend.

[@DallinGleed]

Are you going to do Thinkful?

[@MakerVerse]

Really nice review, thanks.

[@lemontea000]

Bought Dataquest few months ago, and I'll have to agree with you on most parts albeit I did not try the career section of the subscription. The lag on that software becomes intolerable as it goes on for some reason. And I am finding it more difficult to understand why they can't fix this issues. Reading online, people have been complaining about this for a while now. I still think the product delivers good info, but I'd definitely say it's not worth it. Try shopping around first.

[@TheCareerForce]

I agree on the content. I don't find it much different than DataCamp or Codecademy. The slowness can be downright painful. If they could fix that, the career part probably wouldn't matter to most people (though with the amount of emphasis they put on it in their plan comparison it should add much more value).

[@mskafridi4815]

Thank You very much, You saved me a lot of money

[@andrewdove342]

Thanks for the info, would you recommend data camp if one wants to learn databases and sql? Or is it more for data science? And will it be enough to prepare a person for exams?

[@TheCareerForce]

DataCamp is good for learning databases and SQL. What do you mean about preparing for exams?

[@Ahmed-lt6rr]

@@TheCareerForce does datacamp have real life projects to apply on?!

[@phamnguyentrucgiang569]

Thank u for sharing this review ^^

[@ilasilas3261]

What do you think of the data engineering path have you had a look at it?

[@tinyentropy]

thank you so much!!!

[@johnraviella6561]

Dataquest is definitely paying people to post good reviews on KZbin, Reddit, etc

[@nurshatjansherpidin245]

I do not think that this review is 'unbiased' as it claims

[@SergioArroyoSailing]

your great! you should really have more views :)

[@axa3547]

It’s very long , learn data science fast and then keep working on projects

[@neilhorning]

What's this? Affiliate links... This is an advertisement!

[@turtle1897]

Paid shill for Datacamp