Empathy is a killer skill for any job, technical or not. The good news is that it can be trained. Many of the best tech leaders I know are very emphatic.
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DSR is the market leader in EU for machine learning training. DSR helps coders or people with significant quantitative training (e.g. science, engineering, or math graduates) ramp-up rapidly for a data science career - arguably the fastest-growing, highest-demand profession. Our participants have an average of 5 years of industry experience.
DSR is a 3-month, in-person, rigorous, and full-time/intensive course in the startup-capital of Europe: Berlin. You’ll learn software engineering, data science, business analysis and communication faster and more deeply with mentors doing code reviews and pair-programming - all on real-world data and problems. You will develop a portfolio project, demonstrating you can own a business problem, solve it, and communicate why your results are definitive.
You bring your training, tuition, and drive to master our curriculum alongside our world-class mentors and partners. Towards the end we provide a networking event with top-tier technology companies, where you will show off your new skills and portfolio project, likely leaving with a career-changing job.
There are new technologies coming at a breakneck pace. Check out apache Flink if you need streams and the microbatches in Spark don't do it for you. The ML lib there is not that far ahead yet though.
Data Science Retreat is the only bootcamp in the world with Chief-Data-Scientists as mentors. We train pretty good people with technical backgrounds into fully-employable data scientists, probably the fastest growing profession right now. We are about to start third second batch, profitable, and growing. If you have an exceptional network of companies, in the Valley or in the EU, we need you. Bringing companies to our hiring day, and getting them to happily leave with their new data science hire will be your job.
Does your network include lots of companies hiring data scientists? We need you. You have lived and worked in the US, preferrably in the Valley, and are plugged in.
The director of DSR cofounded a startup with a Ycombinator alumn, so it's not like we have zero network in the Valley, but this requires far more effort than we can allocate right now with the current team. If you are reading this from SF, and thinking about moving to Berlin, this is a good opportunity.
There are about 10x more data science jobs in the US than in EU, so our goal for the next batches is to serve the US market. We think the education we provide is top-notch, we just need to get noticed by companies hiring from the US.
If you are well-connected in EU, and know how to get to talk with exactly the right person at the right company: we need you. Even if you don't have a good network on the other side of the ocean. Prior start-up experience a plus.
We're looking for someone to take charge of operations, accounting, and event coordination at Data Science Retreat.
You will get to meet lots of interesting people and companies, and be at the center of the data science action in EU.
Find out more about DSR and apply at http://datascienceretreat.com/
We are profitable from day one and growing.
What makes you a strong candidate in our eyes?
-You have a network with the type of companies who are looking for a data scientist right now. -You can talk to anyone, get access to the decision maker, and get him on the phone -You identify with data-driven companies, and can speak their language -You have worked at a company that was data-driven, or whose main product was data -You have been in teams that included a data scientist
If you are applying for the EU position, you need good spoken German (native or close). You don't need to live in Berlin, but it'd be a plus
What we offer:
-Meaningful work, with a huge effect on people's lives. You will help people make a career change into arguably the fastest growing profession today. -Market rate pay, sizeable commission per company you brought that hired from DSR -A friendly and intellectual atmosphere, and a tight-knit and supportive team. -A warm and welcoming office (near lots of good food and transit). -You can sit on our classes when you are not busy; that is, you can start your path to become a data scientist yourself if you are interested -Lots of interaction with famous data scientists who come to teach or give talks. Examples: Ted Dunning, Drew Conway, Adam Blake, Mikio Braun, etc -Potential for growth. If you get things done, you will be a permanent hire. If you generate exceptional value, you can be a cofounder. If you understand the business side of DSR, and help achieving objectives, you will be a crucial part of it
What your day-to-day will look like:
-Contacting companies looking for data scientists, and introducing them to our program -Attending events, meetups, conferences -Giving talks -Connecting people -Following up with companies that expressed interest -Making sure companies are happy with their hires
Data Science Retreat is the only bootcamp in the world with Chief-Data-Scientists as mentors. We train pretty good people with technical backgrounds into fully-employable data scientists, probably the fastest growing profession right now. We are about to start our second batch, profitable, and growing. If you have an exceptional network of companies, in the Valley or in the EU, we need you. Bringing companies to our hiring day, and getting them to happily leave with their new data science hire will be your job. Does your network include lots of companies hiring data scientists? We need you. You have lived and worked in the US, preferrably in the Valley, and are plugged in. The director of DSR cofounded a startup with a Ycombinator alumn, so it's not like we have zero network in the Valley, but this requires far more effort than we can allocate right now with the current team. If you are reading this from SF, and thinking about moving to Berlin, this is a good opportunity. There are about 10x more data science jobs in the US than in EU, so our goal for the next batches is to serve the US market. We think the education we provide is top-notch, we just need to get noticed by companies hiring from the US. If you are well-connected in EU, and know how to get to talk with exactly the right person at the right company: we need you. Even if you don't have a good network on the other side of the ocean. Prior start-up experience a plus. This is our pitch to prospective students: "Data Science Retreat (DSR) is the only data science course in the world with chief-data-scientist-level mentors. DSR helps coders or people with significant quantitative training (e.g. science, engineering, or math graduates) ramp-up rapidly for a data science career – arguably the fastest-growing, highest-demand profession. DSR is a 3-month, in-person, rigorous, and full-time/intensive course in the startup-capital of Europe: Berlin. You’ll learn software engineering, data science, business analysis and communication faster and more deeply with mentors doing code reviews and pair-programming – all on real-world data and problems. You will develop a portfolio project, demonstrating you can own a business problem, solve it, and communicate why your results are definitive. You bring your training, tuition, and drive to master our curriculum alongside our world-class mentors and partners. Towards the end we provide a networking event with top-tier technology companies, where you will show off your new skills and portfolio project, likely leaving with a career-changing job. We're looking for someone to take charge of operations, accounting, and event coordination at Data Science Retreat. This job will entail everything from managing our office space to handling inbound email to planning group alumni events to working with our lawyer and accountant. It will also entail working closely with the founder. Since we are a small team, everyone has significant responsibility and helps define and determine our future growth and success. You will get to meet lots of interesting people and companies, and be at the center of the data science action in EU." Find out more about DSR and apply at http://datascienceretreat.com/ We are profitable from day one and growing.
What makes you a strong candidate in our eyes? • You have a network with the type of companies who are looking for a data scientist right now. • You can talk to anyone, get access to the decision maker, and get him on the phone • You identify with data-driven companies, and can speak their language • You have worked at a company that was data-driven, or whose main product was data • You have been in teams that included a data scientist • If you are applying for the EU position, you need good spoken German (native or close). • You don't need to live in Berlin, but it'd be a plus What we offer: • Meaningful work, with a huge effect on people's lives. You will help people make a career change into arguably the fastest growing profession today. • Market rate pay, sizeable commission per company you brought that hired from DSR • A friendly and intellectual atmosphere, and a tight-knit and supportive team. • A warm and welcoming office (near lots of good food and transit). • You can sit on our classes when you are not busy; that is, you can start your path to become a data scientist yourself if you are interested • Lots of interaction with famous data scientists who come to teach or give talks. Examples: Ted Dunning, Drew Conway, Adam Blake, Mikio Braun, etc • Potential for growth. If you get things done, you will be a permanent hire. If you generate exceptional value, you can be a cofounder. If you understand the business side of DSR, and help achieving objectives, you will be a crucial part of it What your day-to-day will look like: • Contacting companies looking for data scientists, and introducing them to our program • Attending events, meetups, conferences • Giving talks • Connecting people • Following up with companies that expressed interest • Making sure companies are happy with their hires
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Data Science Retreat (DSR) is the only data science course in the world with chief-data-scientist-level mentors. You know all those Programming bootcamps that graduate people in three months to work as junior devs? This is not one of them. We take pretty advanced data scientists and make them better. This is a no-BS job. Join a profitable-from-day-one company (and growing), and help us make EU companies more data-oriented.
But the best solution I could come up with was a screen cover. It attached itself to the monitor, and created a foldable 'camera obscura' for the screen. Works great to avoid reflections, and to minimize brightness needed.
Outgoing, eloquent and friendly Community Manager. This is our pitch to prospective students: "Data Science Retreat (DSR) is the only data science course in the world with chief-data-scientist-level mentors. DSR helps coders or people with significant quantitative training (e.g. science, engineering, or math graduates) ramp-up rapidly for a data science career - arguably the fastest-growing, highest-demand profession.
DSR is a 3-month, in-person, rigorous, and full-time/intensive course in the startup-capital of Europe: Berlin. You’ll learn software engineering, data science, business analysis and communication faster and more deeply with mentors doing code reviews and pair-programming - all on real-world data and problems. You will develop a portfolio project, demonstrating you can own a business problem, solve it, and communicate why your results are definitive.
You bring your training, tuition, and drive to master our curriculum alongside our world-class mentors and partners. Towards the end we provide a networking event with top-tier technology companies, where you will show off your new skills and portfolio project, likely leaving with a career-changing job."
We're looking for someone to take charge of operations, accounting, and event coordination at Data Science Retreat. This job will entail everything from managing our office space to handling inbound email to planning events to working with our accountant.
You will get to meet lots of interesting people and companies, and be at the center of the data science action in EU.
Find out more about DSR and apply at http://datascienceretreat.com/
We are profitable from day one and growing.
Who we're looking for: _____________________________________ We're looking for someone who writes well, exercises good judgement, is extremely effective, and is energized by being around other people. Hours: The job will initially be 20 hours per week on a freelance basis. Assuming you can meet your targets equally well, then you can work from home most days, meaning you'll save that unpaid daily waste that exists in other jobs: commuting.
What we offer: _____________________________________ • Meaningful work, with a huge effect on people's lives. You will help people make a career change into arguably the fastest growing profession today. • Market rate pay • A friendly and intellectual atmosphere, and a tight-knit and supportive team. • A warm and welcoming office (near lots of good food and transit). • You can sit on our classes when you are not busy; that is, you can start your path to become a data scientist yourself if you are interested • Lots of interaction with famous data scientists who come to teach or give talks. • Potential for growth. If you get things done, you will be a permanent hire. If you understand the business side of DSR, and help achieving objectives, you will be a crucial part of it What makes you a strong candidate in our eyes? We don’t expect any single candidate to have all of these but please mention relevant experience when applying. • Good spoken German (native or close). • You live in Berlin • Attention to detail. You will deal with bills, receipts, etc. Familiarity with doing taxes a plus • Some understanding of Facebook and Twitter (Likes, RTs, @, #, DMs, …). • Confident writing skills are essential. You will communicate with companies • An interesting personality. Let's be realistic: a large component of sales is charm. • Experience selling over email. • Comfortable and confident talking with people you haven't met “In Real Life” (one secret: just babble about something random and interesting to break the e-ice). • Native or native-level English spelling and grammar.
What would be a plus: _____________________________________ • Tech-savvy and deep passion for data • Prior experience in sales • Prior experience assisting an executive
What your day-to-day will look like: _____________________________________ • Organizing accommodation for visitors • Helping students in their day-to-day activities • Contacting companies that are hiring data scientists, informing them of our program • Following up with companies that responded, arranging a call • Keeping calendars and checklists • Developing process out of chaos • Helping us automate as much as possible
Did you read about a 10-year-old who was complaining that calculus (integrals) was hard, but did them anyway thanks to Kahn academy? I think it's mentioned in one of his TED talks. If you don't know that something is too difficult, you may do it anyway.
My experience with say universities is that you get stuck in exercises for far too long. At universities you rarely get to the point of 'project' (unknown solution, creative work needed). At that point they call it research.
I think the weak spot of the Meerkat method is to find a way to keep mentors motivated. For data science retreat, mentors are paid, but they do it because they think it's the right thing to do too. In the wild, one would have to think about why the mentor will want to sit with the learner. One possible way is to let them own the results of the learner's work, and let them work on projects that the mentor had to do anyway. For example, chunks of a freelance job that the mentor had to deliver and could partially unload to the learners. For this, learners must be competent enough to ship production code; which puts even more pressure on both sides, but I think it's the right kind of pressure :)
This is how it worked in middle-age and Renaissance guilds. The master outsourced say 'painting of hands'. The learner did nothing but hands, and the master owned the final work.
R says: 'everything is a vector, and vectors can have missing values'. This is profound. It was only recently that other matrix-oriented language extensions (say panda) got missing values, even though they are meat-and-potatoes for data analysis.
Yes, it's a chinese product, so the servers will be in China. Hopefully the NSA has a bit of a harder time, and the local gov. doesn't have that many people reading English notes :)
Features are amazing, but more than anything I like the fact that everything is html, with headings assigned to shortcuts. Proper outlining.
Data science is such a complex skillset that to reach mastery nothing beats an apprenticeship (sitting elbow-to-elbow with people who are world-class at it). This is why we are launching an an intensive 12-week pair-programming-based course called Data Science Retreat: http://datascienceretreat.com
It assumes people have gone through at least one of the popular MOOCs, and know one programming language well. Then it builds from there.
On top of that, it tries to bump up business and communication skills, which are often lacking in many PhD-level people. We want to record presentations, given in front of a non-technical audience, and use the recording to give laser-targeted feedback. If you cannot convince the CEO in a 10-min. meeting, all your predictive modeling efforts will be wasted.
Disclaimer: I'm one of the organizers.
Lots of freelancers, startups, and people with job titles that don't exist elsewhere.