From the course: Preparing to Get a Job in Data Analytics

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Skills needed in data analysis

Skills needed in data analysis

- Before I took my computer science class in college, I was terrified to code. I thought I wasn't techy enough to code, but I realized I actually enjoyed coding and was good at it. If you're like I was and you're nervous about learning how to code or any of the other technical skills you'll need, have a no fear, anyone can learn these skills. It just takes time, practice, and a little confidence in yourself. This chapter will walk you through some of the most popular tools and languages used in analytics. As discussed in chapter one, there's so much customization within data analytics because there's a huge variety of roles based on the types of skills, tools, and business domain. So create your own journey based on your current skills and future goals. Please don't think that you have to master everything right away in this chapter. If you're brand new to data analytics, you should customize your learning journey to…

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