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Caleb
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How can I get my first data analysis job?
How can I get a job as a data analyst?
I have a degree in computer science and I have Google Data Analytics Certificate and have experience as a website designer and volunteer data analyst with an NGO.
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Marcos Franco
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You are on the right track. I'd suggest that you start by looking for trainee positions, as those are designed to prepare participants for leadership roles in the corporations.
Also, technology matters. Try to add new stuff to your skillset. For instance: PowerBI is super hot right now. So is Tableau, but I'd stick to learning PowerBI initially.
Other things that you might want to learn:
- Scripting languages, such as Python.
- Databases (SQL and NoSQL) are extremely important.
- Data Preparing/Cleansing, data integration and/or ETL. Alteryx and PowerBI (Power Query) are 2 tools I'd recommend.
- Statistics are a vital part of data analysis.
Certificates are important in terms of showing you master the tech involved in the process. But knowing the process is equally as important as tech. What I mean by that is if you want to work in finance, learning about finance is extremely important. If you want to work for an airliner, learning about the airline industry is important, and so on. There are industry-focused publications and magazines that might give you a glimpse into the industry of your interest and what kind of knowledge you should acquire to bring value to the roles you are willing to apply to.
Also, technology matters. Try to add new stuff to your skillset. For instance: PowerBI is super hot right now. So is Tableau, but I'd stick to learning PowerBI initially.
Other things that you might want to learn:
- Scripting languages, such as Python.
- Databases (SQL and NoSQL) are extremely important.
- Data Preparing/Cleansing, data integration and/or ETL. Alteryx and PowerBI (Power Query) are 2 tools I'd recommend.
- Statistics are a vital part of data analysis.
Certificates are important in terms of showing you master the tech involved in the process. But knowing the process is equally as important as tech. What I mean by that is if you want to work in finance, learning about finance is extremely important. If you want to work for an airliner, learning about the airline industry is important, and so on. There are industry-focused publications and magazines that might give you a glimpse into the industry of your interest and what kind of knowledge you should acquire to bring value to the roles you are willing to apply to.
Many thanks, Marcos.
Tableau was part of the certificate program I did, R language as well. Do you suggest I focus on Power BI and Python instead?
Prior to getting into data analytics, I read that it's either Tableau or Power BI and R or Python.
I'm really grateful for the response. Thanks a bunch.
Caleb