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Rocks, data science, and breaking into Machine Learning

People of AI

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Journey from Geophysics to Machine Learning Expertise

The speaker shares their journey from studying geology and geophysics to transitioning to a career in machine learning, emphasizing the importance of seizing opportunities and working on personal projects. They discuss their experience learning Python and machine learning, evolving with TensorFlow over the years, and landing their first data science job through networking and personal projects. The chapter also explores the challenge of balancing personal interests with the demands of a career in machine learning and AI, emphasizing effective time management and pursuing roles that align with one's passions.

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