GATE AIR-2 Srikanth Varma on Data Science, Job Roles & Future Scope | SCALER POD 11

In this episode, our host Arnav Gupta is in talks with Srikanth Varma Chekuri who is the co-founder of Applied AI and Applied Roots. He is a highly accomplished professional with over 13 years of experience in the field of AI and Machine Learning. Currently, he leads the DS/ML vertical at Scaler and is dedicated to empowering every student with the best results. Srikanth has also worked as a Senior Machine Learning Scientist at Amazon in both Palo Alto and Bangalore, where he played a key role in developing cutting-edge AI technologies. In addition, he is a Co-Founder of Matherix Labs, where he works to advance the field of AI and Machine Learning through innovative research and development. Srikanth began his career as a Research Engineer at Yahoo Labs, where he gained valuable experience working with some of the brightest minds in the industry. He holds a Masters from IISc Bangalore and achieved an impressive GATE AIR 2 ranking in 2007. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction

0:30 Day in the life of Srikanth

03:55 His journey, college and Gate AIR 2

08:37 Getting into Yahoo and his early startup

11:52 Experiences and learnings at Amazon as a Machine learning Scientist

17:07 Starting ed-tech startup Applied Roots

22:45 What is the daily job of a Data Scientist?

28:49 Understanding the need for Data and Problem-Solving Approach

31:21 Arnav's story about a Data Scientist

37:01 Case studies and practical-based learning

40:47 Possible roles in the Data Science field explained

48:39 Different domains of work in DS/ML

51:37 Interview Process for DS, ML jobs

55:21 Tools required for getting started in DSML

58:57 Understanding the Math part of Data Science

1:07:18 Can someone from Non-tech transition and scope ahead in DS, ML

1:08:50 Advice for upcoming Data Science Startups

1:15:07 His take on the future of AI, ChatGPT, and ML

1:22:36 Outro