The Dataquest Download
Level up your data and AI skills, one newsletter at a time.
Will AI Assist or Replace Data Jobs?
In this issue of the Dataquest Download, we’ll dive into our latest updates to our AI tutor Chandra and their impact on coding education. It’s all about making learning more efficient and fun. Also, big news: our #100DaysofCode Challenge with Womxn in Data Science kicks off on Jan 8, 2024. It’s a prime opportunity for women and girls to enhance their data and AI skills.
Plus, check out the latest in AI, quantum computing, and our community highlights for some extra motivation.
AI Chatbots in Coding: Helpful Tool or Hindrance?
Have you ever been stuck on a coding problem, endlessly scrolling through pages of search results, hoping to find an answer that matches your specific situation? As a newcomer to programming or an advanced learner, you might wonder if there’s a more efficient way to learn. Good news: there is! Enter AI coding assistants—AI chatbots that specialize in analyzing, writing, and supporting you when learning to code.
We’ll cover:
- Understanding AI Chatbots: A concise overview of AI chatbots, explaining their function and the technology behind them.
- Accelerate Learning: How tools like Dataquest AI assistant Chandra can speed up your coding process + practical examples.
- Future of Data Professionals: Will AI assistants replace data professionals? What opportunities will they create?
Chandra stands out as a specialized coding assistant, differing from general-purpose AI chatbots like ChatGPT. It’s tailored to assist in the learning process.
What We're Reading
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📖 Dell Technologies on Quantum Computing and AI Dell Technologies predicts 2024 as a transformative year for AI and business, with quantum computing enhancing AI model training. Explore the details here.
📖 Inbal Shani on AI in Software Development Inbal Shani, CPO of GitHub, discusses AI’s impact on software development, including AI-driven code generation and its future implications. Listen to her insights.
📖 Google DeepMind’s Gemini vs. OpenAI’s GPT-4 Google DeepMind’s Gemini is presented as a competitor to OpenAI’s GPT-4, with claims of enhanced performance in generative AI. Read about Gemini’s features.
📖 Snowflake’s AI and Apps Dev Conference |
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#100DaysodCode Challenge
Exciting News! Dataquest and Womxn in Data Science are launching the #100DaysofCode Challenge on Jan 8, 2024. A perfect opportunity for women and girls to learn data and AI. Benefit from Dataquest’s Financial Aid Discount for premium access during the challenge. Start 2024 strong – sign up now!
Community highlights
Project Spotlight
Sharing and reviewing others’ projects is one of the best things you can do to sharpen your skills. Twice a month we will share a project from the community. The top pick wins a $20 gift card!
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After finishing the first half of the Data Scientist Career path, @kelechikalu3 decided to use his newly acquired data skills and build his personal project from scratch—New Orleans Pelicans Recruitment Strategy (NBA). The project is a great read for its easy-to-follow, detailed narrative, excellent code commenting, and data-driven player recommendations. Want your project in the spotlight? Share it in the community. |
Learner spotlight
Meet Andrea! She chose Dataquest over Coursera for its active learning style and despite no prior coding experience, she engaged deeply with the Data Analyst path in R. Andrea’s commitment to learning, using unique methods like creating and reviewing flashcards, exemplifies the dedication required.
Andrea’s tip: “The tagline ‘no coding or data experience needed’ doesn’t mean the journey will be a breeze.” She advises prospective learners to be ready to invest extra time and effort to understand the content. “Regular review of the material is key to success,” she emphasizes. Read more here.
Want to be like Andrea and be ready to achieve your career goal in 2024? Dataquest’s Junior Data Analyst path is your way in – no prior tech knowledge needed.
See you in the next edition! 🚀
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