What I *actually* do as a Data Scientist (salary, job, reality)

[@jlg993m]

I appreciate you making this video. I’m looking to transition to a data scientist role within the next 1-2 years and I’m preparing myself for the role

[@egorhowell]

good luck, let me know how it goes!

[@geraldsiahaan5991]

I'm learning data science to predict demand market as a forecast so I can supply the product accurately and reduce out of stock of the branches

[@egorhowell]

amazing, good luck!

[@KelvinUche-Ezeanyika]

Can one migrate from data science to ml/al as with the same technical know-how

[@egorhowell]

Yeah definitely! How do you mean migrate though? Many days scientists use ML

[@Michaelterseeridyu]

How can I utilize my machine learning knowledge? Like where can I apply this ?

[@egorhowell]

anywhere pretty much!

[@jinkysem]

You have this down to earth vibe that i quite enjoy. I subscribed! I'm looking forward to hearing more about data science in future videos! Keep up yhe great work! ❤

[@egorhowell]

Awesome, thank you!

[@Roland_e]

I just started my masters in DS and thank you for your video

[@egorhowell]

Glad I could help!

[@the_alizerah]

This video is was so real, felt like he was preaching the goodnews of datascience... my best part was talking about pursuing other passions❤

[@egorhowell]

Thank you!

[@resilienteden]

I'm trying to study Data Science for ecological forecasting

[@egorhowell]

good luck!!

[@felixcrader9123]

Hey! Figured I’d make a comment here as well. I, too, am studying data science to make use of my skills in the environmental field. I’d love to connect and share interests if you are!

[@egorhowell]

sure, no problem!

[@edgar2091]

I’m doing it for Tax evasion! 💪

[@egorhowell]

I don’t recommend that 😅

[@rudratrivedi3960]

You just earned a subscriber coz of your authenticity

[@egorhowell]

Thank you so much!

[@brianjanssens8020]

Thank you for this video. Right now i'm in my last year of Digital Marketing for my bachelor's degree, which i follow in Amsterdam. I also followed a Minor in Marketing Data Analytics, which can be a bridge towards a 1 year Master for Digital Driven Business (meaning Data science, analysis, consultant or manager). I plan on taking on this Master and testing myself. I like learning about new tech and advancements, i like a flexible lifestyle, and ofcourse good pay haha (who wouldn't love that).

[@egorhowell]

Best of luck! Let me know how it goes!

[@simoherman4454]

I'm a student studying computer science engineering at the University and every time I'm asked what I want to be in life, I Usually say "data scientist". Honestly that wasn't the career I had in mind while entering the university. In fact, I didn't know which career I should persue. It's only after my first year ended, that I realized how much I love Maths and statistics. And upon investigation in career fields that combine both maths and computer science, I found data science and I decided to give it a trial. I equally love learning and I manage to code though I'm not that good at it😅 Just to say that I would really love to be a data scientist 😃

[@egorhowell]

Good luck in your journey!

[@josephinemurray2344]

Thanks for sharing! Very inspiring! 🤩

[@egorhowell]

Thanks for watching!

[@andrastoth2851]

I am studying electrical engineering at the moment, but i would definitely would love to study something else. I am a huge fan of statistics and analytics and I just want to ask you, whether you think I should try it? I loved your video, thank you for your insights!

[@egorhowell]

hey, do you mean study at university or as a full time career?

[@trevorrol7930]

Please the following questions..Thank for the channel: 1) Can a data scientist be self employed? 2) What type of industries does a data scientist work in? Only banks and only big companies? Dso you think a small family owneds company would ever need a data scientist? Thank you.

[@egorhowell]

1) Yes you can be a free lance data scientist! 2) Any industry pretty much, but you need data and loads of it for them to be useful. So a small family owned business may need one, but it is probably unlikely. Hope this helps!

[@Forever18or21]

I’m starting as analyst now , hopefully in few years can jump to scientist

[@egorhowell]

Good luck!

[@PugzNotDrugzEditz]

As an ML graduate can you tell me the difference between working as a Data Scientist and Machine learning engineer? I see that you guys too create ML models but then what does ML engineer do? Specialize in just creating models?

[@egorhowell]

That's a great question! Naturally there is quite a bit of overlap, but let me break it down. Data Scientist is quite a vague term still, so a DS at one company may only be doing analytics and another will be doing analytics and ML. If we assume we are a DS who does ML, our job is mainly to look for areas to improve the model using our mathematical knowledge of the algorithms and data. We can then test our ideas and see if they indeed do improve the model. ML Engineers are the middle-men who understand ML and the software engineering side on how to deploy ML algorithms in real time. They may not always be developing and improve algorithms, but they know how they work and they understand things like AWS really well to deploy the algorithms. There is obvious overlap, ML engineers can also build models and I as a data scientist have also deployed models before (even though my title is data scientist). It's really company dependent, so the job description is what matters more than the title. However, ML Engineers will do some form of ML (in the name), but not all data science roles will contain ML. Hope this makes sense?

[@Wobbles789]

Whats better being a data analyst or data scientist 🤔 thank you in advance for the informative video 😁

[@egorhowell]

It’s really personal preference

[@alwayslearning-ze3ue]

What coding do you usually do? Python, SQL, or R? Also do you use any data visualization tools to create charts?

[@egorhowell]

Hey, It’s mainly Python and SQL. For viz I use plotly a lot :)

[@dev_ression]

very insightful bro, thanks for sharing!

[@egorhowell]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Goonqq]

Great video, I'd be curious to hear what you think about the future of data science job availability with the continuing increase in quality of AI, will it create more data science jobs? Will it displace more jobs? Will it change the jobs?

[@egorhowell]

Thanks! I have actually answered this question in my 5k q and a, you can find that here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/a4jNYWyGl8qIjbc

[@its_mickyy]

Do you create your own machine learning models or you use already existing ones... Is creating customized models easy ?? How to start it ??

[@egorhowell]

Hey! Yeah I create my own most of the time. Like anything, just takes practice

[@lukasmtb9644]

great video! Im about to study data science and ai. At the time i can really think of working as a data scientist, in an ai related field or as a software engineer. Do u think data scientists can easily transfer into SWE roles (especially when studied data science) ?

[@egorhowell]

Hey, yeah from experience you can as they are quite adjacent fields. There is a slightly different skill set, but you can pick up SWE skills fairly quickly

[@nnn039]

Your video was on point.I liked it. Subscribed. I worked in IT around 3 years and then shifted to edtechs and i am traing learners in coding and other techs since 5years.I am 36years now , I want to make my job future proof and learn data science .Can i switch to data science roles in IT industry , what you suggest?

[@egorhowell]

Thanks for the sub! And yes, it depends what you mean by IT industry, but most tech companies will have some data science team :)

[@nootilus3748]

Is it worth getting your Bachelors in data science? Or do a 1 year course, and try to get experience on my resume saving ~2 years of schooling

[@egorhowell]

Good questions, I think a BSc in maths or computer science, then a masters in DS is a good route. Although the one you suggest is also good, there is no right way!

[@anthonyzackaria7363]

as a teenager i want to become a data scientist cuz its interesting and ngl the money too but idk about continously learning although the school i go to is known for giving loads of work so idk if it will be too hard+ doing the same thing year after year can get really boring and testing new things all the time is interesting but im not the biggest math fan although i really like coding but i have social anxiety so i have to become an active speaker although im good at speeches so only time will tell

[@egorhowell]

You are still quite young! So, take your time to figure out if it’s the career for you!

[@CarrotHawk]

Thank you for your video. I work with State Farm and majority of positions I see needing to be filled are Analyst roles. I have been thinking of transitioning into tech for some time and can see how data heavy insurance is, let alone at the largest insurer in the U.S.

[@egorhowell]

That’s great, hope it goes well!

[@kevincharles5904]

Hey Egor, great video! Quick question, I have a Master’s Degree in Data Analytics can I still work as a Data Scientist?

[@egorhowell]

Yes, absolutely

[@HiharaKazukisan]

Thank you very much for the work you do. It’s genuinely helped me in making the decision to apply to the masters in data science in health and social care. I’m also a child and psychiatry specialist in Scotland. May I ask, what’s your thoughts of doing such online masters and if you see niche medical professionals with specific domain education has any versatility in opportunities

[@egorhowell]

Hey, well done! Tbh, I can’t really comment on that as I haven’t done one in the past and have no experience in that field. Sorry it’s not the answer you were looking for, I just don’t like to speak on areas that I don’t have much experience in!

[@silver7719]

Hi! I've been working in finance and banking for the last 23 years, now I'm 45y old and intend to switch to data science by doing a MS, it seems that I possess some key skills that are transferable for data science. What would you recommend to me considering my age and past experience?

[@egorhowell]

The degree is not a bad option, especially due to your age, you will probably have some money saved up! Try and get a DS role based in finance if possible, that would be your best option.

[@AbuIbrahim40]

Hello, Would you recommend that I first learn the basics of cybersecurity from my local institute for two months before following your roadmap? Also, do you think it’s possible to secure an online job in this field with a U.S.-based company? What’s the average pay like? Apologies if these questions seem basic; I’m new to this channel. Many thanks for the video.

[@egorhowell]

I am not sure about the overlap between cyber security and data science, so probably don’t need to. And yes, you can secure remote jobs. Just google DS salary US and you’ll see the average. Where are you based?

[@ericassss]

Hi! I’m a 2nd year BA in economics student, thinking about already switching to a 1st year DS bachelor. Based on your experience, do you think it’s better so? Or that I should wait for a DS master?

[@egorhowell]

umm hard to say, up to you. In my experience its hard to get into a top DS masters with an economics background unless you have other DS experience.

[@Forever18or21]

Do u think it’s work time flexible ? My friend working in programming field , he often have very , very flexible hours like before noon he can wrap up the stuff if he’s efficient , or maybe a short meeting after lunch. And only needs to go into office for events and such , but of course there were at times he need to work back2back shifts to rush for project deadlines or more than 16 hours . I wonder if in terms of flexibility will data analyst be like that or it’s more like a full time 9-5 work thing

[@egorhowell]

Hey, it is also flexible but really depends on your company and manager. Always best to speak to them about these things!

[@erdoganw]

Hello Sir, Hope you are doing well. I want to study Data Science, i will go to university for that but what I wondering is after 4 years when I graduate, will a be able to find a job? Or how much will the job prospects change do you think. Thanks.

[@egorhowell]

Hi its a tough question to answer. I would say that at the moment having a degree does help getting a data science job, particularly a masters in a stem subject. I have a whole separate video explaining this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mpqZZpKFeNCZiqc

[@erdoganw]

@@egorhowell Forgive me for asking, but I'm asking because I'm thinking about doing this job. Dear Egor, are the incomes in this profession really as good as stated? I would appreciate it if you explain as a data scientist. Good days

[@egorhowell]

Hi, the salaries are on average above the medium salary in the UK. Obviously it varies between location and companies, but data scientist are on average paid higher.

[@alwayslearning-ze3ue]

Great video!

[@egorhowell]

Thank you!

[@haidarkanaan756]

We would really appreciate an English subtitle , Love 🥰🥰

[@egorhowell]

haha there is some!

[@ByteBeacon9660]

Damn this sounds a lot more complicated than I thought. I was thinking it's mostly organizing data in excel or glueing stuff together, writing some python scripts to group and transform some data. I also expected it to be more lonely. Like sitting through an 8 hour shift completely alone at home and having to talk to someone maybe twice a week or something. Im definitely disapointed but will continue researching.

[@egorhowell]

It’s a lot more and fun collaborative in my opinion!

[@ohsoBrittney]

When you find a career like that, let me know

[@egorhowell]

I agree, most careers take time to break into

[@matias114]

I'm finishing my PhD in Theoretical Physics, and I'm thinking about moving to the data science sector. Do you have any advice on how to get a data scientist position?

[@egorhowell]

Hey! With your PhD you are in a great position! Just make sure you learn some Python and ML and you’ll be good. Checkout out my other videos on a full breakdown: m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3eadGZ-pLlnoZI

[@radegundamateru235]

I'm quite love mathematics. I graduated high school this year . I get a chance to study data science, but my family emphasizes me to study computer science as it has a broder field . So on my side, i like mathematics. What can you advise me for a bright future.

[@egorhowell]

tbh both are great choices, just do what you prefer!

[@ahmedbahaa9563]

Great Video! I have a question though. does data science have high freelancing opportunities ? ( for example working as a data scientist on upwork)

[@egorhowell]

Yes it does! Although I haven't got much experience in this area :)

[@Shoonem]

Thank you for the video! Very insightful. How crucial is coding within this field? I love the mathematic and analytical aspects of the career, along with the presentations, teamwork, and interesting work topics, but I am not a big fan of coding. Would my discontent with coding be a huge problem with the field? I hear you say in the video that you work with multiple aspects of the job, from data, economics, and coding, but you describe the time you have for working as “coding blocks”. I’m just really looking for more info on how exactly people work this field, especially coding.

[@egorhowell]

Hey, thanks for the kind words !!! :) I am not going to sugar coat, but coding is a big part of the job and is becoming increasingly so. To be honest, to be a really good data scientist you should be a good coder. It depends how much discontent you really have, its definitely not the whole job like it is software engineering, but it is a big chunk. Any algorithmic improvements you make, you will have to send them to production one way or another, and you need to code to do this. Similarly, almost any analysis I do is in Python or SQL. Out of curiosity, what is it that you don't like about coding? maybe there is a way you can grow to enjoy it!

[@Shoonem]

@@egorhowell My father is a programmer, and he always pushed me to learn coding. I never found the inspiration of problem solving that programmers describe so highly. I enjoy calculus and algebraic math, but the electronic side never clicked for me. I partial learned SQL in hopes of becoming a data science, but I did not enjoy the work I was doing. I do enjoy the business aspect of the job and working to complete a goal. My best qualities are my strengths with math's and leadership, so my thoughts now are to look more into product management. But once again, is a difficult and varying career. I don't have a final answer yet, but I have a lot of time and am just trying to learn more about my options.

[@egorhowell]

Yeha I get that. I would be hesitant to go into DS if you really don’t like programming. I reckon it just may not be that enjoyable. Product Manager role may be more suited like you say

[@barnikalasrinuvas7976]

1)Deep learning,NLP,CV are needed for data scientist? 2) if i learn ms excel should i need to learn powerbi/tableau?

[@egorhowell]

1) Depends on the role, but for many entry level positions it is not essential. What are you referring to with CV? 2) That I dont know, in my roles I have never had the need to learn powerbi or tableau.

[@barnikalasrinuvas7976]

@@egorhowell Thanks for your Response

[@egorhowell]

No problem, hope it was useful!

[@ruleaus7664]

It's not that I don't like constantly learning things. It's about whether I'm interested in what I'm learning. I'm not sure that data science is interesting enough to keep my attention.

[@egorhowell]

fair enough, probably not the career for you then!

[@Monica-x7m]

Is it necessary to do a master's degree for becoming a Data scientist. If I should then what masters degree should I need to do.. please help me 😅

[@egorhowell]

Hey it is not necessary. I have a whole video on this topic: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mpqZZpKFeNCZiqc

[@CarolineR-w8h]

Great video!

[@egorhowell]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@moderngaming-911]

Nice video 💯 Is there a chance for a self taught Data scientist?

[@egorhowell]

of course! I am a self taught data scientist!

[@moderngaming-911]

Wow. Bravo and thanks 👍

[@egorhowell]

no problem, good luck!

[@SaroGolandami]

Thank you dear 😊😊😊

[@egorhowell]

No problem 😊

[@movewithnabil6126]

sir im a student from bangladesh. just completed my higher secondary. now planning for university.should i choose data science for career? how you values that?

[@egorhowell]

hey, I can't comment on that its totally up to you!

[@Mr_wolf162]

Good video bro I just got admission in data science engineering

[@egorhowell]

Congrats mate!!!

[@ammurk2659]

Hi, I'm from a non technical background, but interested in data science, Can you help me with some infn about how to start career in this field

[@egorhowell]

Hey! I plan on doing a full data science roadmap video in the future, but checkout my other videos on the tings to learn to be a data scientist: kzbin.info/aero/PLKmQjl_R9bYfWodECbtJ8yt9bSR6BpoqX

[@v.f.38]

I like math but not coding. Should I pursue this career? Especially since there are many genAI tools now.

[@egorhowell]

It's up to you, but to really excel you need good maths knowledge

[@TalksWithTheContantEdge]

Hi. I am very happy I came across your video . Do you think that I can become a data scientist with my MBA in data analytics

[@egorhowell]

Yes, definitely. You just need to learn the stuff to make the transition!

[@fato1362]

Should be said that there is still no clear defintion of Data Science yet. It might vary from job to job and field to field. Nevertheless this might be interesting seeing ONE EXAMPLE. I think it will become more and more important to differentiate more in future than just trying to put "everything with data" under the super umbrella term Data Science...

[@egorhowell]

agreed with you, i think the differentiation is happening more and more now

[@topepicplays8676]

Just selected data science as my field for uni.Can you plz guide me in what languages i should master and what to do in my free time❤

[@egorhowell]

Congrats! Main languages are Python and SQL. Just enjoy Uni and focus on the course. Try and get internships in the summer if you can!

[@ShahidulIslam-xv4bz]

Hey, I want to be a data scientist. However, how can I reach my goal of becoming a data scientist at Google? I watched the KZbin tutorials and free courses. Now tell me about the steps for what kind of projects I should work on, how many projects I should need to get a job, and how I can prepare myself for an interview with Google. Please, I need your help.

[@egorhowell]

I am sorry, I don't work at Google, so can't give you advice on this :)

[@mo-hans]

Can you be a data scientist if you’re not the greatest at math? I am starting to really enjoy this field and like it seems pretty interesting but I’m not that good at math and am really good at computing and coding so i was wandering?

[@egorhowell]

It depends what you mean by “not great”. You don’t need to be PhD level, but you should have basic proficiency in calculus, linear algebra and stats.

[@NareshWisdom-b2e]

Do you think Data Science can be freelanced. I am a Data Analyst in India looking to transtion into Data Science. I want to be independent, what are your views on this, as we have AI taking over automation?

[@egorhowell]

Hey, many data scientist are freelanced! And no, don't worry about AI.

[@javidaliyev310]

Can I work at a space agency (NASA, ESA, Space X) if study Data Science (undergraduate)? Thank you for the video

[@egorhowell]

Hmmm good question, i guess so if they are hiring for a data science role!

[@oyku005]

Hi I am planning on studying biology and then do a masters in data science. Can I still work for industries even if I only did data science for my masters?

[@egorhowell]

ofc! its more the skills that matter tbh. Background eduction does play a slight role, but you should be fine for the majority of positions with a masters in DS.

[@dzadam7500]

its possible to shift from biology to data science ? they're not related

[@egorhowell]

yeah ofc, people come from so many backgrounds!

[@dzadam7500]

@@egorhowell how tho? I noticed many universities require you a bachelor's degree from cs or related field to get into a data science masters program, its a huge shift from biology to data science, unless you restart from scratch and redo a bachelor's in data science no? If there's something i don't know about I'd like to know

[@egorhowell]

not all universities require it from my experience. I feel the very top will prefer stem, but other will take you with biology as long as you have good numeracy and maths skills.

[@ibraheemesa9818]

I was majoring in data economics for the first semester then seen the salary difference and switched to data in science instead just now lol.

[@egorhowell]

Haha fair enough. I would also make sure you enjoy it! Don’t purely base your career on salary, even though it is important!

[@villagevloggers4445]

Very nice bro

[@egorhowell]

thank you!

[@weebdeity7310]

I'm learning datascience on data camp.. It just seems so bulky, I understand the concepts but I haven't been able to apply it in real life, the critical thinking or for projects

[@egorhowell]

I offer mentoring if that something interests you? -> topmate.io/egorhowell

[@SoumyaSharma-eq6nh]

Im a bio student, but i love coding, thinking about pursuing bsc in bioinformatics nd thn a masters in ds . I love the idea of combining bio +maths+coding but I'm also kind of affraid if ill be able to handle tht

[@egorhowell]

sounds like a good plan, why are you afraid?

[@wenyiliang9517]

Hi may i ask that can data science help in part of cayber security?

[@egorhowell]

Sure it can, although I have no experience in that space :)

[@backontrack762]

Im working on a degree in business analytics, can I become a data scientist with this bachelors?

[@egorhowell]

yes ofc you can!

[@mehmoodamjid928]

i am forty now being physics teacher can i switch to this field i have a good knowledge of physics maths and statistics kindly guide me

[@egorhowell]

Yes you can!

[@kwetsimajunior8532]

I'm doing Mathematics and Statistical science, then I'll do honors in data science ,do you think this is a good route to be a data scientist?

[@egorhowell]

Yeah defo! I would argue you may not need the further degree in data science, but it will certainly help!

[@DevelopmentCenteral]

Will ai take over data scientist jobs? I am in 10th grade rn and I really want to become one

[@egorhowell]

Hey, I answered this question in my 5k q and a: kzbin.info/www/bejne/a4jNYWyGl8qIjbc

[@-es2bf]

I mainly write sql. cant imagine forecasting the entire day, how is that even possible, someone feeds you data with a spoon?

[@egorhowell]

I don't understand your question?

[@abdelhameedsayed9706]

Is it possible to work as a data scientist remotely?

[@egorhowell]

Yes, a lot of companies offer remote work !

[@AbiGbemi-wv2hd]

Thanks I want to be a data scientist

[@egorhowell]

Good luck!

[@vikaschauhan2219]

Plz recommend books and videos for python and statistics

[@egorhowell]

Hey, I have done several previous videos on these topics: - Python kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y4PbZJKLfrKKjNU - Stats kzbin.info/www/bejne/gHzQmox_Z9mUo6c

[@finz_law]

Can commerce with no math background..can be data scientist?

[@egorhowell]

I’m sorry I don’t understand your question, could you please expand?

[@finz_law]

@@egorhowell I have completed by commerce and accountancy degree. And now if I do online courses related to data science...can I become a data scientist?

[@egorhowell]

I mean technically yes, there is no reason why not! Although it may take a while longer to someone who has a background in a STEM subject :)

[@sudhanvasavyasachi2525]

i am not that intrested in coding but i really enjoy maths and stats. can i pursue data science

[@egorhowell]

Of course! But you inevitability need to learn to code, because its a requirement of the job :)

[@RuddolphMokopane]

I'm just 14 and doing research on being a data scientist so.......yah

[@egorhowell]

amazing, good luck!

[@21u2-ts5hr]

What degree do data scientists need?

[@egorhowell]

Check out my previous video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mpqZZpKFeNCZiqc

[@Dembe-v6i]

do i need to be good in Math to succeed in DS

[@egorhowell]

if you want to be a top or great DS then yes, but you don't need PhD level maths

[@HashamAfzal-vx9vi]

Data science is best in future or Acca??

[@HashamAfzal-vx9vi]

Plz reply

[@egorhowell]

hey do you mean the accountancy qualification? These are two separate careers you are describing, so it depends which one you are interested in more!

[@Gamer08080]

As i am fresher, how I become like u become data scientist?

[@egorhowell]

Hey, check out my previous video: m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3eadGZ-pLlnoZI

[@TobiIbitoye-vg8oi]

ru paid weekly or mothly and how much

[@egorhowell]

monthly salary, unfortunately i cant disclose the amount

[@WubadelegnFiseha]

Thanks

[@egorhowell]

Welcome

[@ariy7712]

What if you know zero maths

[@egorhowell]

You probably need to learn some imo!!!

[@Simba365]

What are good books you recommend for recommendation systems ?

[@egorhowell]

Hey, I am not an expert myself, but I have heard good things about this one: www.amazon.co.uk/Recommender-Systems-Textbook-Charu-Aggarwal/dp/3319296574

[@vikaschauhan2219]

I have started a bootcamp for data analytics could you please help with good books and videos for python and statistics

[@egorhowell]

Hey, I have done several previous videos on these topics with my book and video recommendations. - Python kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y4PbZJKLfrKKjNU - Stats kzbin.info/www/bejne/gHzQmox_Z9mUo6c

[@zxtremedemon]

My mom would rather let me be this than a doctor 😂

[@egorhowell]

haha

[@nccamsc]

Data Scientist used to be hot. Now ML/AI specialist is hotter.

[@egorhowell]

indeed!

[@VladyslavKL]

🕊

[@AbiGbemi-wv2hd]

❤

[@egorhowell]

thanks!