
Roger Peng: Sustaining data science — in classrooms, code, and conversations
The Test Set by Posit
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A Journey into Data Science
In this chapter, the speaker recounts their early experiences with data analysis, detailing how a school project ignited their passion for using R as a primary tool. They emphasize the evolving landscape of data science education, underscoring the significance of hands-on experience and interdisciplinary approaches. The chapter also reflects on the importance of solid statistical and programming foundations for aspiring data scientists, along with the challenges of software development in academia.
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