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The future of data science teams, integrating AI into data science workflows, building data apps for stakeholders - Barry McCardel - The Data Scientist Show #078

Jan 21, 2024
Barry McCardel, Founder and CEO of Hex, talks about the future of data science teams, integrating AI into data science workflows, building data apps for stakeholders, and the potential of conversational user experiences in data work.
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  • AI should enhance, not replace, data professionals; their value lies in critical thinking and effective communication.
  • Accelerating feedback loops between business questions and data-driven decisions can be facilitated by AI and tools like Hex.

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AI Features Should Augment, Not Replace Human Insight

The skepticism towards AI replacing data professionals is unfounded. AI features should be used to enhance and expedite human insights, not replace them. Data work requires creativity, critical thinking, and human intuition that AI cannot fully replicate. While AI can accelerate certain tasks and eliminate mundane work, the value of data professionals lies in their deep understanding of problems, data analysis, hypothesis formation, and effective communication.

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