The data science Venn diagram
It is a common misconception that only those with a PhD or geniuses can understand the math/programming behind data science. This is absolutely false. Understanding data science begins with three basic areas:
- Math/statistics: This is the use of equations and formulas to perforanalysis.
- Computer programming: This is the ability to use code to create outcomes on computer.
- Domain knowledge: This refers to understanding the problem domain (medicine, finance, social science, d so on).
The following Venn diagram provides a visual representation of how these three areas of data science intersect:
The Venn diagram of data science ...
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