Introduction to Data Science
An overview of data science: methods, skills, tools, and real-world applications.
Introduction to Data Science
Introduction to Data Science
Data science is a multidisciplinary field that uses scientific methods, algorithms, and systems to extract knowledge and insights from structured and unstructured data. It combines statistics, computer science, mathematics, and domain expertise to turn raw data into actionable insights.
Why is Data Science Important?
Organizations generate massive amounts of data every day. Data science helps them make sense of this data, enabling better decisions, automation, and innovation — from healthcare to finance.
Key Components
- Data Collection
- Data Cleaning
- Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA)
- Modeling
- Interpretation
- Deployment
Essential Skills
- Python / R
- Statistics
- Data Visualization
- Machine Learning
- Domain Knowledge
Common Tools
- Python, R, SQL
- Jupyter Notebooks
- Pandas, NumPy
- scikit-learn, TensorFlow
- Tableau, Seaborn
Real-World Applications
- Healthcare: Predictive models, diagnosis tools
- Finance: Risk analysis, fraud detection
- Retail: Recommendation systems
- Tech: NLP, autonomous systems
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