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Resources for those interested in data science.
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Career ResourcesCybersecurityLearning Resources
Is a Career in Cybersecurity a Good Fit for You?
Learn about the job responsibilities, as well as the characteristics and personality traits of cybersecurity jobs and decide if a career in cybersecurity is right for you.
Learning ResourcesThought Leaders
Interested in Data Science? Pay Attention to These People, Podcasts, Newsletters and Projects
Check the list of data scientists, analysts and professionals grouped by social media accounts to follow, podcasts to listen to, content to explore, and newsletters to subscribe to.
Cybersecurity
Taking Control of Your Online Personal Data
While big data benefits us in daily lives, we should understand how our personal data is collected and how we can take control of it being used.
Artificial IntelligenceCybersecurity
The Risk Artificial Intelligence Poses To Future Cybersecurity
Guest post submitted by Harold Kilpatrick People are working hard every day to transform the way society lives through new technology, and one of the latest frontiers in computer science is artificial intelligence and machine learning. Researchers and engineers are making huge strides in the field, and their work affects a variety of industries, including …
Data Science Resources
An Interview with the SAS Academy for Data Science
Learn what it takes to become an SAS Certified Data Scientist, the skills you'll develop, and the benefits of the credential versus an advanced degree.
BooksLearning Resources
7 Must-Read Books for the Budding Data Scientist
What should you be reading as you embark on your studies or career in data? Seven books to put at the top of your reading list.
Thought Leaders
21 Thought-Leader Professors in Data Science
Read about some of the best & brightest minds in the data science world, and learn what advice they have for aspiring data junkies.
Applied Data Science
Data Science in Insurance
Considering a graduate degree in data science? Get the low-down on the history of insurance data science, and discover 7 hot new areas to launch your career.
Applied Data Science
Data Science in Energy
Learn about the role of big data in the energy industry, as well as what the future may hold - hot areas for data science careers, regulatory changes, and more.
Applied Data Science
Data Science in Gaming and Hospitality
Read about how data science is used in the gaming and hospitality industry, and hot career paths to check out - from personalized marketing to fraud detection.