AI Will Not Replace Tech Jobs
In an era teeming with technological advancements, the fears surrounding artificial intelligence (AI) have become dramatized to say the least. The widespread concern that AI will displace tech workers, among many others, seems to be the prevailing narrative. Do not let the media’s obsession with doom and gloom get...
How To Choose My College Degree
Society expects an 18-year-old to make one of the most important decisions in their life with little to no help. I’m talking about choosing your college major. I remember having conversations with my high school counselor, family, and college advisor, but most of the advice was unhelpful. Ironically, the...
The 100 Hour Journey to Getting a Data Science Job Offer
Starting the Journey When it comes to the job search process, stereotypical words of wisdom like “network more” or “be patient” are helpful to a degree, but the real valuable advice comes from those who live and breathe it. Over the past several months, I have been knee deep...
Which Tech Jobs Cannot Be Replaced By AI?
The inspiration for expanding upon my prior predictions came from a recent phrase that I heard, “whatever can be automated will be automated”. With such obvious monetary incentives for organizations to automate, the million dollar question is how should a tech professional best prepare themselves for the future. In...
How Did You Get Into Data Science?
Asking someone how they got into their profession often leads to the same conversation for each respective field. Ask a lawyer and they will all tell you they went to law school. Ask an Accountant and they will all tell you they studied accounting and finance. Ask a doctor...
Georgia Tech OMSA vs. University of Texas MS Data Science
Introduction In a world of infinite options, choosing the appropriate graduate school to prepare you for a career as a data professional can be paralyzing. While graduate school is not the best option for everyone, it is a path that warrants consideration for many. Within the landscape of technical...
Fast Track your Data Analytics Career with Advice from a Professional
Sections Why do you need advice from a data professional? Why not ask my counselor for advice? Are you prepared for a career in tech? Is career advice worth the money? Conclusion Why do you need advice from a data professional? The world of data analytics and data science...
Georgia Tech’s MS Analytics Program: My Review Part II
After writing my first review of the OMSA program, I have been contacted by many prospective and current students. Because this program attracts students from a wide variety of backgrounds, providing advice that applies to everyone can be challenging. Below are some of the most common questions I receive...
The Future of Data Scientists
In the fall of 2012, I remember my mother telling me about an article that said data scientists are the new, sexy profession. The moment stuck with me because nobody wants to hear their parents utter the word, “sexy”. Unbeknownst to me at the time, this Harvard Business Review...
The Emergence of Data Generalists
Merriam-Webster defines a generalist as one whose skills, interests, or habits are varied or unspecialized. Having varied and unspecialized skills seems like an undesirable trait for job applicants. Recruiters are expected to find candidates with specific skill sets based on a defined job description. Meanwhile, candidates are expected to...