Data has been called the “new oil,” and data science is the profession of refining it. Data scientists turn raw information into insights that drive decisions in business, healthcare, finance, and beyond. But what exactly is data science, and how do you start learning it?
In this post, we’ll break down the basics: statistics, Python, machine learning, and visualization. You’ll also learn why curiosity and problem-solving are more important than advanced math at the beginning. Data science is not just a career, it’s a mindset — the ability to find stories hidden inside numbers.