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Apr 26, 2021
Jonathan Cornelissen, CEO of DataCamp, discusses the future of data science and its evolving role in organizations. He emphasizes the importance of democratizing data education to bridge the skills gap and highlights initiatives like DataCamp Donates that support underserved communities. The conversation touches on the necessity for continuous upskilling and the innovation needed in data tooling to enhance collaboration and efficiency. Cornelissen draws parallels between changes in software engineering and the current transformation in data science education.
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Data Science Democratization Challenges
- Two major challenges hinder data science democratization: the lack of data skills and inadequate tooling.
- The skills gap affects various data roles, while tooling lags behind software engineering advancements.
Data Skills Gap and Education Costs
- The high cost of traditional data science education creates accessibility barriers.
- However, the shift towards skills-based hiring, like in software engineering, offers promise.
Democratized Education's Impact
- Adel Nehme's data science journey started with MOOCs, enabling him to pursue a graduate degree.
- He highlights the importance of democratized education and certification.