Data science is a growing and promising discipline that has impacted various domains, including higher education. Owing to its ability to use precise methods and platforms to extract insights from data, several academic institutions are incorporating data science into their operations and educational curriculum. This helps them engage students, improve educational…

Let me start off with a few common assumptions about the subject of this write up "Four Powerful People Skills For Data Scientists", and my take on each of them based on my experience and observations.

1. Common Assumption: People skills are just "fluffy" soft skills

Soft skills are often referred to as "the fluffy stuff". People skills in particular, top the list of fluffiness, in many people's…

Introduction

Big data is the buzzword today, isn’t it?

We live in the golden age of what…

The internet is evolving day by day, and when users shop online, they are flooded with thousands of results, leaving them in a dilemma to choose the best possible product that suits their requirements. Have you ever thought of how Google Ads precisely knew what you need and display…

A complete guide to K-means clustering algorithm

Everything you need to know about a top algorithm in Machine Learning

The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines the word 'augment' this way: 'to make greater, more numerous, larger or more intense'. If you are wondering how this applies to the term 'augmented analytics', you are not alone. Let's take a closer look at Augmented Analytics and talk about why it has gotten so much attention in the business intelligence world.

What is Augmented…

You gave everything that you had in your Data Science training. What is next? The hunt for a suitable job, right? Do you know what all the career opportunities you are likely to have once your training is over? If your answer is a no, then this is the article specially for you. Also, if it is yes, then also you can give this article a read as you may learn something new. This article will list out the myriad of career opportunities that you will have once your training in Data Science is…

According to the “Future of Jobs 2018” report, it is said that with advancement in machines and artificial intelligence it is likely that these technologies will replace 75 million jobs by 2020. Data scientist remains to be one of the trending careers, and those interested in pursuing data science as a career must first have the right skill set to land a job in this field.  

As more companies become data-driven, professionals skilled in data science…

Price errors and their impact:



Price errors are one of the ways in which revenue leakage occurs in e-commerce business. Although retailers put various checks and balances in place, pricing errors are still common. Data entry mistakes, misplaced decimal points, reversal of digits, and other clerical errors made in hurry are the major contributors. It can also occur because errors in feeding promotional offer dates. Promotions might unintendedly start early or end late. Such revenue…

This is part 2 of a 3 part series: “How to make your mark on the world as a talented, socially conscious data scientist.” 

You can find part 1 here: “Choose a domain which enables you to create…

If Data Science was once the sole domain of analysts and data scientists, Augmented Data Science represents the democratized view of this domain. With Augmented Data Science, the average business user can engage with advanced analytics tools that allow for automated machine learning (AutoML) and leverage sophisticated analytical techniques and algorithms in a guided environment that uses auto-recommendations and suggestions to lead users through the complex world of data…

Thanks to evolving technology, retail marketers nowadays have access to wide range of data and analytics tools, which is making everyone’s life easier. It gives businesses a chance to solve problems and provide excellent customer experience. 

The ability of machines to process data and perform tasks in a way that mimics human intelligence such as voice and visual recognition or decision making is opening many doors for online retailers, and brand owners look for ways to…

This is the first article in what will be a three-part series: 

"How to make your mark on the world as a talented, socially conscious data scientist."

• In this article, we discuss how a socially-conscious data scientist might choose a domain to make the greatest impact.
• The next article…

Trends to Watch Out For and Prepare Yourself

Ok. So there’s been a lot of coverage by various websites, data science gurus, and AI experts about what 2019 holds in store for us. Everywhere you look, we have new fads and concepts for the new year. This article is going to be rather different. We are going to highlight the dark horses – the trends that no one has thought about but will completely disrupt the working IT environment (for both good and bad – depends upon which side of…

“Information is the oil of 21st century and analytics is the combustion engine” ~ Gartner 

Big data is the new oil and there’s no denying to this fact. In certain ways the analogy fits, it is easy to draw attention about how information (data) is used to power much of the transformative technology that we see today such as predictive analysis, automation and artificial intelligence etc.  

As technology move…

Summary: The Gartner Magic Quadrant for Data Science and Machine Learning Platforms is just out and once again there are big changes in the leaderboard.  Some major incumbents have fallen and some new challengers have emerged.

The Gartner Magic Quadrant for Data Science and Machine Learning Platforms is just out and once again there are big changes in the leaderboard.  Say what you will about our profession but as a platform developer you…

Imagine you are a company selling a fast-moving consumer good in the market.

Let’s assume that the customer would follow the given journey to make the final purchase:               These are the states at which the customer would be at any point in the purchase journey.

Now, how to find out in which state the customers would be after 6…

The Telegraph covered a robotic revolution in the healthcare sector and predicted an increase in robotic systems in hospitals in the coming decade. Insights from…