44% Data Scientists Use Python for Statistical Modelling, Prefer AWS for Cloud Services: Data Science Skills Study 2018 - by AIM and Great Learning

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Last Updated : Dec 12 2018 | 4:45 PM IST

/ -- Data Science is an emerging field which is now being integrated with industries across all sectors. This year Analytics India Magazine, in association with Great Learning, decided to find out what goes on behind the making of a good Data Scientist. A thorough research was done to find out the tools and techniques used by the new technology professionals during this study. From language to coding and GPUs, this study encompasses interesting and insightful answers from the sector.

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Bhasker Gupta, CEO and Founder of Analytics India Magazine said, "The study is indicative of a fact that a majority of data scientists in India prefer cutting-edge tools which are in sync with the global trends. Most of them are on a clear path to using simple, programmable tools which can help them draw actionable insights."
Hari Krishnan Nair, Co-founder and Director at Great Learning, said, "Today the most relevant data analytics tools include Python, R and Tableau. Just 5 years back, this was very different. This is not surprising as the technology is evolving every day and offering better solutions to harness and make sense of data. All knowledge professionals will have to keep pace with this change and upskill regularly in order to solve the latest challenges at work. Data Science, Analytics, Machine Learning and AI are career-defining opportunities today and these are also fast-evolving fields. Lifelong learning is the way forward for all professionals who want to succeed in the Digital Economy."
Here's the complete study: https://www.analyticsindiamag.com/data-science-skills-study-2018-by-aim-great-learning/
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First Published: Dec 12 2018 | 4:45 PM IST

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