Do you feel overwhelmed with all the information and advice available to make it in the data science field? Do you need advice and support on how to make the transition and prepare for job interviews? We have you covered! This session focuses on inspiring and empowering individuals in data science through professional development, knowledge sharing and mentorship.
Join us for a night of Q&A and Networking with Jermaine Allgood (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jermaine-allgood/), Data Scientist and AI Enthusiast with 2 decades of experience in IT field who will simplify the process and help you navigate the Data Science waters. We will talk about how to become a successful Data Scientist and cover topics relevant for people transitioning to the field, people in the search for a job and the seasoned Data Scientists that want to advance their career.
Our events focus on women & non-binary but open to everybody and encourage all attendees to be on their best behavior so that everyone can be benefited from the event.
AGENDA
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For this session we will be focusing on Machine Learning Q&A
5:00 - 5:15 Networking
5:15 - 5:30 Announcements
5:30 - 6:30 Insights into building a successful Data Science career: Q&A with Jermaine Allgood
6:30 – 7:00 Break-out sessions/networking (by timeline/experience in interviewing for data science jobs)
SESSION GOALS
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1) Provide answers to critical questions that can help you improve your career and focus your efforts in the Data Science quest.
2) Provide an opportunity to network and meet other people that could be a resource to pair off and start new projects.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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This event is part of the Data Science Interview Preparation Support Group under Data Circles . If you are interested in joining:
(i) Get familiar with the goals of the group by checking out this document https://docs.google.com/document/d/1avX9D72T-naMjLkTYePzTJEE6wvgN7u5uvGPR3PKnoU/edit?usp=sharing
(ii) Familiarize yourself with the projects in our repository
(iii) Fill out this survey that helps us to better understand your goals and needs for data science interview preparation (https://goo.gl/forms/UQG4R2vPMXQlGeAQ2).
If you haven't joined Data Circles membership, head to https://datacircles.org/join-us. Once signed up there, you will receive an invite to our Slack group where you can find more interview prep resources and the ability to connect with other to practice!
For up to the minute info about this event, please RSVP on our Meetup page.