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Data Career Podcast: Helping You Land a Data Analyst Job FAST
118: The Data Analyst Who Applied to 1300 Jobs w/ Venkata Sai
Jul 10, 2024
Guest Venkata Sai, lead data analyst at Blue Cross Blue Shield, shares his journey from India to a successful data career in the U.S. Topics include challenges in job search, visa issues, advice for aspiring data professionals, and the importance of hackathons and competitions for skill development.
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- Developing a diverse skill set is crucial for standing out in data analytics.
- Networking, showcasing projects on LinkedIn, and seeking referrals are key for advancing in data career.
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Sai Kumar's Path to Data Science from Electrical Engineering
Starting his journey in India with a Bachelor's in electrical engineering, Sai Kumar discovered his passion for data science through a SQL elective course. Moving to the United States for a master's in data science at UConn, he showcased his skills through internships at LEGO and eventually secured a lead data analyst position at Blue Cross Blue Shield.
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