Each chapter is filled with practical information that will help you reap the fruits of big data and become a successful Data Scientist: - Learn what big data is and how it differs from traditional data through its main characteristics: volume, variety, velocity, and veracity.
- Explore the different types of Data Scientists and the skillset each one has.
- Dig into what the role of the Data Scientist requires in terms of the relevant mindset, technical skills, experience, and how the Data Scientist connects with other people.
- Be a Data Scientist for a day, examining the problems you may encounter and how you tackle them, what programs you use, and how you expand your knowledge and know-how.
- See how you can become a Data Scientist, based on where you are starting from: a programming, machine learning, or data-related background.