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Hannania:
Firstly, I didn't say they needed a CS advanced degree, but I said they need an advanced degree that should be focused on DS specialization.

Secondly, yes, Neural Networks are an embedded specialization of communication engineering

On the second aspect, I'll avoid talking on it due to some technicalities on that topic.

I'm pro-degree by the way. So, I'm in support of getting a degree to advance in tech.
But it was nice having this conversation and sharing our varying views on tech fields.

Lastbornbuns:
To go far in Data Science, you need an advanced degree (Masters or PhD). Interestingly, all the Meta DS roles I've seen so far for the UK ask for a PhD in econ/stat/math etc. Most others ask for at least a Masters.
DS is extremely Stat-heavy. In my opinion, it is far better to do a masters in Statistics than in DS because I've noticed most DS Masters are still new and don't really have great math or stat component. They'll just teach you python/SQL/ML which you could learn on your own.
Beside DS is not really an entry level role; that's DA. Most DS have like 2/3 YOE in DA or something related or an advanced degree.

True. Still in line with I'm saying. Advanced degree will get you far but specialization of the degree isn't a necessity.

Hannania:
Data Science as a domain is an infant college major. Only few universities globally have it as a major.

Most delve into it from CS, Engineering and Sciences. Even in Kaggle, you'd notice that science based holders are the leaders.

There's virtually no university with DS degree status up to five years old. Most are specializations in Communications engineering (Neural networks), CS, or mathematics

Interestingly, I like how you're still heading to my point- they didn't need a (CS) advanced degree to achieve those exploits in DS. They just had technical knowledge from their various studies.
Also, there are other existing related courses to DS like Econs, Stat and Maths. If they didn't further in these but in other non-science courses instead and still made it, that means a degree isn't a must.

On a lighter note, did you actually classify neural network as communications engineering?

Hannania:
As I said, it's one of the longest path in tech. Yes you might not need an advanced degree, but you need extensive years of experience. It's an experimental field. DSA is fixed, because our algorithms have not changed. But in data science, it will always change and there's a lot to take it.

The bottom line- it's not a "quick" path tech field. And as I said, all the big boys in this field have advanced degrees.

Well, the enormosity of DS is because it touches almost all the fields in Data- DA, Cleaning, Mining, Engineering & Visualization, ML, and so on.
On the degree matter, I'll say something: an advanced degree majorly gives one a technical knowledge advantage. I've seen top people in the DS field who although possess either Masters and/or PhD, but have it in a non-CS field. The top Kaggler in the world as of last year had a PhD in Astrophysics. This means the degree gave them the ability to easily understand the field even though it isn't a related one.

Hannania:
If you're not thinking of doing a Masters or PHD, you'd never reap positively on the good side of tech with data science. It's not a quick path. One of the longest path fields in tech.

DS needs extensive research because new algorithms are created weekly, which is why the best brains are researchers.

What many Nigerians are going into, is Data Analysis. There's a stack difference with Data Science. With data analytics, you can skill up in six months, learning Excel, Power BI, SQL and other frameworks, and you're good to go.

It's worth it, if you know what to learn. Know the difference, and you're good to go.

This isn't entirely true. Yes, DS is research based most of the times but it doesn't mean you will be jumping from one tech to another in it like a JS programmer. Applying and using all the latest algos won't make you a good Data Scientist. It is about understanding the fundamentals.
Also, absence of a Msc or Phd won't stop you from making it in DS

After reading all this, all I can say is "it is well". All these shall pass through soonest.

It's not fake. The aim is to reduce environmental waste and redundacy. Besides, most sockets and adapters come with a USB port. This development as been around for more than two years now.

Enemetronics:
Not on telegram only on whatsapp

Ok then. Try considering Telegram though. It's a better way of communication than Whatsapp.

Interesting piece of code for someone your age. If you're interested, let's talk on Telegram. Got some engaging ideas you'll love to work on. You could learn one or two from them.

SpiritFree:
Iphone 15 go get 5 cameras and so on.
I'm waiting for Iphone 52

Let me burst your brain: iPhone 14 or 15 may be the last sets of iPhones that will be produced. This is because Apple will be shifting their attention to producing AR/VR devices to compete in the already existing market. Simply put it - they are investing in the future. Their release date was supposed to be around January, but it has been postponed to a later date due to final technicalities.

And if you think this isn't possible, remember one time the Apple rave used to be iPods, but now, they're about to be discontinued if not already.

If you still don't believe, screenshot this post and watch out between now and 2024. I believe this will come to your memory when it happens.

aieromon:
You are correct. My apologies

Not offended man. We just want to make Nairaland a safe haven devoid of all appearances of disinformation and misinformation, in every form and ways.

aieromon:
You are correct. My apologies

Not offended man. We just want to make Nairaland a safe haven devoid of disinformation and misinformation in every form and ways.

aieromon:
You guys are busy on his thread forming friendship goals and here playing detective.

https://www.nairaland.com/7251870/im-well-traveled-finnish-citizen

Lol! If you check very well, you'll see that I countered a misinformation among many that he was spreading on his thread. There was no place where I a$$licked or tried to familarize with the person like others were doing on the thread.

Munachimso30:
Let’s keep watching, I saw that too

You too you sabi abi? Let's follow dey watch

Okonandmary:
Thank God for exposing 1 out of 100 of you scammers in the travel section.

There are still many of you with your exaggerated stories of high pay jobs and getting citizenship in Europe.

Today is BritishNaija turn, tomorrow will your turn.

Yes o! About that too there's this guy I'm investigating that claims to be a global citizen. He's on this travel section. Don't know what his aim is but I can bet it's no good. Most of what he says are just hearsays that can be gotten from anywhere online.

I'm still gathering evidence.

Xscape047:
Hello

So what's your WhatsApp number so we get started already ?

About that, I'm currently not on WhatsApp. But we can chat on Telegram instead if it's fine by you.

Xscape047:
Their problem.... meanwhile my is I'm looking for experienced professional writers oo



Writers wanted

I'm interested

Tyradfr:
msg on TG @vitzjk

Ok bro Sorry for the late quote. Just seeing this now

Tyradfr:
the idea of havin to do with payment online is called fintech and i have funds to support any idea that manifest

Ok
I'll send you a PM
Let's talk

2 Quick Questions

1) Does it really have to be a fintech idea? What if the idea has to do with payment but you aren't really holding the money (like a subrcription based business)?

2) Do you readily have cash or where you can get financial backing to actualize the idea?

If the answers to any of my questions is Yes, PM me. Got this mad idea you'll love. Trust me

Eaztzide:
Amazing innovation. One that should be emulated. I see it as a Dubai competition. But the talk of it housing over 5 million people is laughable.

Mind you, the population of Tabuk, the region where this Neom project is being done has a metro population of 677, 000 people. Even with the popularity and exquisiteness of Saudi Arabia, coupled with the investments and opportunities that exist, its residential population is far off the 1 million mark. So the question is where will the 5 million people come from? Do they believe that people will just wake up one morning and say they want to start living in Saudi Arabia?

Amazing innovation. One that should be emulated. I see it as a Dubai competition. But the talk of it housing over 5 million people is laughable.

Hey. Kind of interested in the job but the catch is that I'm not on Whatsapp for personal reasons.

Will Telegram or phone call be fine by you?

Python backend engineer (intermediate) -
+2349077147426

I'll also like to recommend someone for the graphics designer post (advanced). He's the best at what he does.
This is his number: +2347036039605

Godspeed in your endeavours!

Well, everyone is welcome to the world of tech. Numerous options to choose from. Choose your poison.

In this post-COVID era, online learning is the way now. If you can put in dedication and be disciplined, you'll overcome the hurdles you think you'll encounter when you don't follow your personal learning method.

If you decide on AI eventually, I could put you through it in the best way I know. I'm just a PM away.

Whatever your final say is, goodluck still. Ciao

Good morning realunclej. So happy you eventually decided on going this route. I pray for clarity and strength in your endeavour as you press ahead. Amen

In that case, I'll like to offer my skills in Python for the backend side. Thanks

International relations and public management. But still pray about it.

Babtunz:
Wow, that sounds great! But what's the intent for the project? Are you harvesting the numbers for something or just trying things out?

No. Just testing out the power of random module and Python itself.

A Python code to randomly generate phone numbers. 100% of the numbers generated were valid and active when called.

coolshegs1:
I initially heard about Leetcode fro a Naija babe on YouTube (Bukola). She works at Google now..
According to her, she studied it day and night for months and later started appyling for jobs.

Since I'm following the Data Analytics pathway, I'll be learning DS&A by the sides when I plan to enter Data Engineering. For now, I'll learn what I need to become a BI dev or Data analyst.

I think you're talking about Bukola.dev. Kinda popular Youtuber.

Last time I checked, she was a Developer advocate at Google before she resigned.

Ok so Data Science Nigeria or Data Science Network(DSN) as it's called now, is the largest community and platform for Data Scientists and AI\ML Engineers in Nigeria for networking and also learning through numerous programs handled by them.

You network when you register and you're been added to the Telegram group chat where you'll meet like minds in the Data Science field.

You learn when you join and register for learning programs organized by DSN or partners they collaborate with.

You stand a chance to win prizes from DSN or their partners when you participate in their hackathons and competitions which holds numerous times in a year.

Hope I was able to give you sufficient info about them.

I'll encourage you to register to see more on what I'm talking about.

Ciao.