The Dataquest Download

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Each week, the Dataquest Download brings the latest behind-the-scenes developments at Dataquest directly to your inbox. Discover our top tutorial of the week to boost your data skills, get the scoop on any course changes, and pick up a useful tip to apply in your projects. We also spotlight standout projects from our students and share their personal learning journeys.

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Here’s what we have in store for you in this edition:

Top Read: Discover how to unlock insights from time-series and sequential data using PyTorch sequence models. Learn more

From the Community: Automate downloads with Python, improve your R analysis workflow, and explore omics data in bioinformatics. Join the discussion

New Resource: Introduction to Cloud Deployment Models—learn the differences between public, private, and hybrid cloud models. Learn more

Traditional ML models treat data points as independent entities—but what happens when order matters? In our latest tutorial, dive into the world of sequence models that capture critical patterns in time-series data, text, and more. Learn how to implement three progressive sequence model architectures in PyTorch that unlock insights from stock prices, language patterns, and other sequential relationships.

From the Community

Download Any Video or Audio from (Almost) Any Website: Israel leveled up his original YouTube downloader into a versatile command-line tool—showing how just a bit of Python can automate your digital life.

Creating an Efficient Data Analysis Workflow: Mariby’s R report on data science book reviews stands out for clean code, sharp analysis, and professional presentation.

Dealing with Extreme Outliers in R: Raisa shares three practical methods to handle outliers using ggplot2—and when to use each.

Using R for Omics Data Analysis: Suttinee is exploring how to apply R in biological data analysis—jump into the thread to share tips or learn from others like Artur.

DQ Resources

Introduction to Cloud Deployment Models:Learn how public, private, and hybrid cloud models work, and how to choose the right one for your business based on security, cost, and scalability needs. Learn more

Analyzing NYC High School Data: In this guided project, explore correlations between SAT scores and factors like school safety, demographics, and academic programs in NYC high schools—using Python, pandas, and data visualization tools. Learn more

Crafting a Data Resume That Makes Recruiters Swipe Right (Data Coach Insights): Learn proven strategies to build a data resume that catches recruiters’ attention and helps you stand out in a competitive job market. Learn more

Introduction to Cloud Computing: Learn the basics of cloud computing, including key service models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS), deployment types, and major providers like AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud. Learn more

What We're Reading

How Data Analytics Impacts NBA Wins: MIT’s study shows basketball teams with strong data analytics support see better performance—sometimes making the difference between winning and losing.

Google’s Data Science Agent: Can It Really Do Your Job?: This article explores the capabilities of Google’s new Data Science Agent and what it means for the future of data science jobs.

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Build a PyTorch NLP classifier, prepare for data science interviews, explore real SQL and R projects, and get resume tips that help you stand out. Read More
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Sequence Models, Cloud Deployment, and Data Career Insights

Master PyTorch sequence models, discover cloud deployment models, automate downloads with Python, analyze NYC high school data, and craft resumes recruiters love. Read More

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