5-Week Data Career Boot Camp: Orientation and Foundations.

5-Week Data Career Boot Camp is LuxDevHQ program that aims to demystify data careers, make learning accessible to a wide range of people, regardless of their background or expertise for free.

The programs gives a learning structure and reference space where you can get all the required materials to build your “world class data career”.

In the program, we recognize that data careers has the potential to bring valuable insights and solutions to various domains and industries, and therefore, it is important to demystify and democratize this field.

Data careers involve extracting knowledge and insights from large and complex datasets using various techniques, such as data mining, statistical analysis, machine learning, and visualization. All these processes contribute to the success of data science. Traditionally, data science has been associated with specialized skills and technical expertise, requiring a strong background in mathematics, statistics, programming, and domain knowledge.

This Free Bootcamp emphasizes the need for clear communication, intuitive visualizations, and user-friendly tools that enable individuals to explore and analyze data without requiring an in-depth understanding of complex algorithms or programming languages.

Overall, we are aiming to bridge the gap between technical experts and non-technical professionals, enabling a broader audience to leverage the power of data and make informed decisions based on evidence and insights derived from data analysis.

Whole Program Expectations

• Active participation.
• Adherence to deadlines
• Continuous learning and improvement
• Completion of assignments and projects

Rules and Regulations

• Code of conduct
• Academic integrity
• Attendance requirements
• Communication protocols

This program is structured to be beginner friendly.

Setting Up Environments for Tools and Technologies

Below is the list of the tools and technologies we will need you to have installed:
1). Python environment
2). SQL Environment
3). GitHub Account
4). Power BI Account
5). Option Free Cloud database
4).WakaTime account – To Track time you spent coding every week.

We will keep adding more tools and technologies depending on the milestone and phase of the program.

Week 1 Learning Schedule:

• 29th July 2024 at 8:20 PM EAT / 6:20 WAT.
  BOOT CAMP KICK-OFF INFO SESSION

• 30th July 2024 AT 8:00 PM EAT / 6:00 WAT.
  Program Orientation and Data Science Foundation.

• ** 1st August 2024 at 8:00 PM EAT.**
  Python for Data Science and analysis & Power BI Basics by Wycliffe Bosire – Data Scientist at BAT

• 3rd August 2024 at 10:00 AM EAT.
  Introduction to SQL For Analytics, Week 1 Recap & Unblocking Session by Victor Omondi Data Analyst Maisha Med.

The following is a list of possible data careers we will explore in this program:

1). Data Analyst.

Data analysts focus on examining data to provide actionable insights to their organizations. They perform data cleaning, data visualization, and basic statistical analysis to help businesses understand trends, patterns, and make informed decisions.

• Data analysts may work in various industries such as finance, marketing, or healthcare.

2). Data Scientist.

Data scientists are responsible for collecting, cleaning, and analyzing large datasets to extract valuable insights and make data-driven decisions. They use various machine learning and statistical techniques to build predictive models and solve complex problems.

• Data scientists often work closely with business stakeholders to identify opportunities for leveraging data to drive business growth.

3). Data Engineer.

Data engineers are responsible for the design, construction, and maintenance of data pipelines and infrastructure. They ensure that data is collected, stored, and made accessible for analysis by data scientists and analysts.

• Data engineers work with tools like Hadoop, Spark, and databases to manage and process large volumes of data efficiently.

4). Data Architect.

Data architects design the overall structure and organization of data within an organization. They create data models, define data standards, and ensure data is stored, integrated, and accessed effectively.

• Data architects play a critical role in establishing data governance and ensuring data quality.

Note:

• These are just a few of the many career paths within the data science and analytics field. Depending on your interests and skills, you may also consider roles such as Machine Learning Engineer, Business Intelligence Analyst, Statistician, or even specialized roles like Natural Language Processing (NLP) Engineer or Computer Vision Engineer.

• The field of data science is continually evolving, so there are always new opportunities and roles emerging as technology advances and businesses become more data-driven. It’s important to choose a path that aligns with your interests and career goals.

Also note that we will not be able to cover all the topics and concepts but we will set a solid foundation for your data career.

5 Weeks Data Science Boot Camp Learning Structure: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1JRFVwUjMrqRzlZBAyhM1CKS2fcVGNf2gWaAXA-mHCzk