{"id":72,"date":"2021-09-01T00:50:45","date_gmt":"2021-09-01T00:50:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wordpress-288344-1043469.cloudwaysapps.com\/the-top-5-marketing-tips-copy-copy\/"},"modified":"2025-05-21T15:45:28","modified_gmt":"2025-05-21T10:15:28","slug":"what-not-to-do-in-an-online-data-science-course","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pickl.ai\/blog\/what-not-to-do-in-an-online-data-science-course\/","title":{"rendered":"Top Data Science Mistakes to Avoid"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><b>Summary: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New to Data Science? Avoid these common Mistakes! Don&#8217;t prioritize complex algorithms over core concepts like statistics and programming. Remember: &#8220;garbage in, garbage out&#8221; \u2013 ensure clean, validated data. Tailor your approach to each problem; a one-size-fits-all method won&#8217;t work. Focus on generalizability, not just peak accuracy on training data. Visualization is key! Don&#8217;t rely solely on summary statistics to uncover hidden patterns.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pickl.ai\/blog\/what-not-to-do-in-an-online-data-science-course\/#Introduction\" >Introduction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pickl.ai\/blog\/what-not-to-do-in-an-online-data-science-course\/#10_Data_Science_Mistakes_to_Avoid\" >10 Data Science Mistakes to Avoid<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pickl.ai\/blog\/what-not-to-do-in-an-online-data-science-course\/#1_Ignoring_the_Fundamentals\" >1. Ignoring the Fundamentals<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pickl.ai\/blog\/what-not-to-do-in-an-online-data-science-course\/#2_Using_Poor_Data_Quality\" >2. Using Poor Data Quality<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pickl.ai\/blog\/what-not-to-do-in-an-online-data-science-course\/#3_Exploratory_Data_Analysis_EDA_Not_Just_a_Fancy_Name\" >3. Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA): Not Just a Fancy Name<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pickl.ai\/blog\/what-not-to-do-in-an-online-data-science-course\/#4_The_Overfitting_Trap\" >4. The Overfitting Trap<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pickl.ai\/blog\/what-not-to-do-in-an-online-data-science-course\/#5_The_Feature_Frenzy\" >5. The Feature Frenzy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pickl.ai\/blog\/what-not-to-do-in-an-online-data-science-course\/#6_Using_Same_Data_For_Training_and_Evaluating_A_Model\" >6. Using Same Data For Training and Evaluating A Model<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pickl.ai\/blog\/what-not-to-do-in-an-online-data-science-course\/#7_Ignoring_Domain_Knowledge\" >7. Ignoring Domain Knowledge<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pickl.ai\/blog\/what-not-to-do-in-an-online-data-science-course\/#8_Missing_Out_The_Significance_Of_Visualization\" >8. Missing Out The Significance Of Visualization\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pickl.ai\/blog\/what-not-to-do-in-an-online-data-science-course\/#9_The_One-Size-Fits-All_Approach\" >9. The One-Size-Fits-All Approach<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pickl.ai\/blog\/what-not-to-do-in-an-online-data-science-course\/#10_The_Silent_Data_Scientist\" >10. The Silent Data Scientist<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pickl.ai\/blog\/what-not-to-do-in-an-online-data-science-course\/#How_to_Avoid_Data_Science_Mistakes\" >How to Avoid Data Science Mistakes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pickl.ai\/blog\/what-not-to-do-in-an-online-data-science-course\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pickl.ai\/blog\/what-not-to-do-in-an-online-data-science-course\/#What_Is_The_Biggest_Mistake_Beginners_Make\" >What Is The Biggest Mistake Beginners Make?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pickl.ai\/blog\/what-not-to-do-in-an-online-data-science-course\/#How_Can_Bad_Data_Hurt_My_Project\" >How Can Bad Data Hurt My Project?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pickl.ai\/blog\/what-not-to-do-in-an-online-data-science-course\/#I_Got_A_Fancy_Model_So_Im_Done_Right\" >I Got A Fancy Model, So I&#8217;m Done, Right?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pickl.ai\/blog\/what-not-to-do-in-an-online-data-science-course\/#How_Can_I_Avoid_Overlooking_Bias\" >How Can I Avoid Overlooking Bias?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pickl.ai\/blog\/what-not-to-do-in-an-online-data-science-course\/#Should_I_Just_Focus_On_Getting_The_Most_Accurate_Results\" >Should I Just Focus On Getting The Most Accurate Results?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pickl.ai\/blog\/what-not-to-do-in-an-online-data-science-course\/#Summing_up\" >Summing up<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"introduction\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction\"><\/span><b>Introduction<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pickl.ai\/blog\/mastering-mathematics-for-data-science\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Data Science is a powerful field<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, revolutionizing how we understand and interact with the world. But even the most promising path can be riddled with obstacles. Here, we&#8217;ll explore the top 10 Data Science mistakes to avoid, ensuring your journey through the world of data is smooth and successful.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"10-data-science-mistakes-to-avoid\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Data_Science_Mistakes_to_Avoid\"><\/span><b>10 Data Science Mistakes to Avoid<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By avoiding the following pitfalls, you will be well on your way to becoming a successful Data Scientist. Remember, Data Science is a journey of continuous learning and exploration. Embrace the challenges, experiment, and get ready to become a Data Science expert by avoiding the following mistakes:\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"1-ignoring-the-fundamentals\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Ignoring_the_Fundamentals\"><\/span><b>1. Ignoring the Fundamentals<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s tempting to dive headfirst into complex algorithms and models, but a robust foundation is crucial. Familiarity with statistics, probability, linear algebra, and programming languages like Python and R is essential.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These concepts form the bedrock of data analysis and manipulation. Imagine building a house without a strong foundation \u2013 it might look good initially, but unforeseen challenges can bring it down.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"2-using-poor-data-quality\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Using_Poor_Data_Quality\"><\/span><b>2. Using Poor Data Quality<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Data is the lifeblood of Data Science, but real-world data is rarely pristine. Inaccurate, missing, or inconsistent data can lead to skewed results and misleading conclusions. Dedicate time to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pickl.ai\/blog\/difference-between-data-observability-and-data-quality\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">data cleaning and preprocessing<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This involves identifying and handling errors, removing outliers, and ensuring consistency. Think of data cleaning as prepping your ingredients \u2013 rotten vegetables might ruin a delicious dish!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"3-exploratory-data-analysis-eda-not-just-a-fancy-name\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Exploratory_Data_Analysis_EDA_Not_Just_a_Fancy_Name\"><\/span><b>3. Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA): Not Just a Fancy Name<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">EDA is the initial phase where you get acquainted with your data. It involves visualization, calculating summary statistics, and identifying patterns and relationships. Don&#8217;t underestimate this step!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">EDA helps you understand the data&#8217;s quality, guides feature selection for models and uncover hidden insights that might otherwise be missed. Imagine going on a road trip without a map \u2013 EDA provides the roadmap for your data exploration.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"4-the-overfitting-trap\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_The_Overfitting_Trap\"><\/span><b>4. The Overfitting Trap<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pickl.ai\/blog\/difference-between-underfitting-and-overfitting\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Overfitting <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">occurs when a model becomes too attuned to the training data, losing its ability to generalize to unseen data. This can lead to impressive performance on the training data but poor performance on real-world applications.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Techniques like regularization and using validation sets help prevent overfitting. Think of overfitting like memorizing every detail on a practice test but failing the actual exam \u2013 focus on understanding the concepts, not just the specifics of the training data.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"5-the-feature-frenzy\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_The_Feature_Frenzy\"><\/span><b>5. The Feature Frenzy<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More features don&#8217;t always equate to better models. Including irrelevant or redundant features can increase computational costs and make models more complex and prone to overfitting.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Feature selection techniques help identify the most relevant features for your specific problem. Remember, quality over quantity \u2013 the right features will yield better results than a plethora of irrelevant ones.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"6-using-same-data-for-training-and-evaluating-a-model\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Using_Same_Data_For_Training_and_Evaluating_A_Model\"><\/span><b>6. Using Same Data For Training and Evaluating A Model<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This creates a false sense of security, as the model is essentially being tested on data it&#8217;s already familiar with. Split your data into training, validation, and testing sets.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The training set builds the model, the validation set tunes hyperparameters to avoid overfitting, and the testing set provides a final, unbiased evaluation of the model&#8217;s performance on unseen data. Splitting your data is like having a separate practice test and a final exam \u2013 it ensures a more robust evaluation of your model&#8217;s true capabilities.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"7-ignoring-domain-knowledge\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Ignoring_Domain_Knowledge\"><\/span><b>7. Ignoring Domain Knowledge<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Data Science isn&#8217;t magic. Understanding the underlying domain and business context is crucial for interpreting results effectively. Collaborate with domain experts to ensure your models address real-world problems and that the results are meaningful and actionable.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Imagine being a doctor who diagnoses a patient based solely on test results without considering their medical history \u2013 domain knowledge provides the context to make sense of the data.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"8-missing-out-the-significance-of-visualization\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Missing_Out_The_Significance_Of_Visualization\"><\/span><b>8. Missing Out The Significance Of Visualization\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Data visualizations are powerful tools for communicating insights, but poorly designed visualizations can be misleading or confusing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Focus on clarity, choosing the right chart type for the data and ensuring elements like labels, titles, and legends are clear and concise. Remember, your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pickl.ai\/blog\/data-visualization-advanced-techniques-for-insightful-analytics\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">visualizations should tell a story <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013 make sure it&#8217;s a clear and compelling one.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"9-the-one-size-fits-all-approach\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_The_One-Size-Fits-All_Approach\"><\/span><b>9. The One-Size-Fits-All Approach<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There&#8217;s no silver bullet in Data Science. Different problems require different approaches. Experiment with various algorithms and techniques to find the best fit for your specific data and task. Don&#8217;t get stuck using the same approach for every problem \u2013 be flexible and adapt your methods to the challenge at hand.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"10-the-silent-data-scientist\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_The_Silent_Data_Scientist\"><\/span><b>10. The Silent Data Scientist<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Data Science is a collaborative field. Being able to communicate your findings effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences is essential. Focus on clear, concise explanations, avoiding excessive jargon, and tailoring your communication style to your audience. Remember, your insights are valuable only if others can understand and leverage them.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-to-avoid-data-science-mistakes\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Avoid_Data_Science_Mistakes\"><\/span><b>How to Avoid Data Science Mistakes<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It ought to be noted that community forums often become a breeding ground for rich discussions. While getting answers in a relatable language from peers can boost your morale, you may also get to know about pertinent topics which were not covered in the course.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Courses are designed to facilitate a smooth entry for novices into artificial intelligence. These often lack the \u2018dirtiness\u2019 and \u2018randomness\u2019 real-world datasets possess, which has caused them to be branded as toy datasets. These suffice the purpose of the course, but it isn\u2019t equipped to teach you niceties like data cleansing and other key steps of data wrangling.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Test your knowledge on real-world projects and bolster it by coming across previously unlearnt techniques. We recommend you treat it as a defining step of your learning trajectory.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can start with Kaggle, which will allow you to transition from your current skills and capabilities. Moving on, you can work on rawer data and analyze trends from the data from agencies like the World Bank, numbers published by governments (specifically from the global north), WTO, and other international trade monitoring organizations.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"frequently-asked-questions\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><b>Frequently Asked Questions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 id=\"what-is-the-biggest-mistake-beginners-make\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_The_Biggest_Mistake_Beginners_Make\"><\/span><b>What Is The Biggest Mistake Beginners Make?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many jump straight into complex models without a solid foundation in statistics, programming, and data cleaning. Mastering the basics first will make you a better Data Scientist.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"how-can-bad-data-hurt-my-project\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Can_Bad_Data_Hurt_My_Project\"><\/span><b>How Can Bad Data Hurt My Project?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8220;Garbage in, garbage out&#8221; applies to Data Science. Inaccurate or irrelevant data will lead to misleading results. Spend time cleaning and validating your data before analysis.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"i-got-a-fancy-model-so-im-done-right\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"I_Got_A_Fancy_Model_So_Im_Done_Right\"><\/span><b>I Got A Fancy Model, So I&#8217;m Done, Right?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wrong! Don&#8217;t overlook interpreting your model&#8217;s results. What does it actually mean? Can you explain it to non-technical stakeholders? Clear communication is key.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"how-can-i-avoid-overlooking-bias\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Can_I_Avoid_Overlooking_Bias\"><\/span><b>How Can I Avoid Overlooking Bias?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be aware of potential biases in your data and methodology. How was the data collected? Does your model unfairly favour certain outcomes? Challenge your assumptions to ensure fair and reliable results.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"should-i-just-focus-on-getting-the-most-accurate-results\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_Just_Focus_On_Getting_The_Most_Accurate_Results\"><\/span><b>Should I Just Focus On Getting The Most Accurate Results?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Accuracy is important, but it&#8217;s not everything. Consider how your model performs on unseen data (generalizability). A complex model might be overly specific to the training data.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"summing-up\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Summing_up\"><\/span><b>Summing up<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All in all, stay curious and make it a point to question everything. An example would be getting to know how data collection and retrieval work. A Data Scientist may not need to know the exact details of their everyday work, but it will help you get better with your teams\u2019 data engineers. It will also give you a better perspective on handling projects in business environments.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check out <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/pickl.ai\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pickl.AI <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Data Science courses<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which come with sturdy community support, live classes, and mentor support. 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