How can I become a data scientist?

 

After being dubbed “sexiest job of the 21st Century” by Harvard Business Review, data science has stirred the interest of the general public. Many people are intrigued by the job and wonder how they themselves can become data scientists. There are so many tools, courses, and applications for folks to learn data science, but let’s face it: for someone unfamiliar with the field, all these options can seem like a jungle of complex information.

As experts in the space, the DataCamp team decided to synthesize everything we know about becoming a data scientist into 8 steps. We created an infographic meant both for those interested in learning data science for the first time, and existing data scientists looking to hone their skills. You can download the full infographic here, as well as view it below:

Becoming a data scientist takes time and personal investment, but the journey is exciting and well worth it! If you’re wondering how to get started, we have plenty of recommended courses to set you on the right track.