Bridging the Gap: Transitioning to Data Science

Highlights from this week’s conversation include:

• Disney Data and Analytics Conference (1:15)
• Flatiron School Overview (3:51)
• Defining Industry-Ready (4:48)
• Transitioning to Data Science (6:33)
• Teaching KPIs (8:10)
• Self-Advocacy in Career Development (11:22)
• Managerial Credibility (16:11)
• Bridging Academic and Industry Gaps (19:30)
• Managing Projects with Non-Technical Stakeholders (21:35)
• Transitioning from Industry to Teaching (23:38)
• Relating Data Science to Personal Interests (25:32)
• Creating Engaging Learning Experiences (28:42)
• Involvement in Data Literacy Organizations (31:09)
• Addressing AI Concerns in Education (34:16)
• Collaboration for AI Safety (38:22)
• Remote Work Trends (41:09)
• Productivity in Remote vs. Office Settings (44:11)
• Final Thoughts and Takeaways (46:13)

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