Hello buddies, I have a background in chemistry, but I haven’t found it to be a satisfying career, so I’m considering transitioning to data science. However, I lack the necessary statistical and coding skills for data science, so I’m exploring bootcamp options.
I’m aware of free resources like Coursera and FreeCodeCamp, but I’m leaning towards paid bootcamps because: 1) I tend to study better and faster in a structured environment, and 2) I need support in building a portfolio and finding a job, which many bootcamps offer.
I don’t expect to become a Lead Data Scientist at Google after just 3-6 months of learning a new subject, but I want to ensure there’s a good job success rate for beginners after completing a bootcamp.
If anyone has been in a similar situation, was a bootcamp certificate sufficient for you to get hired? If so, what should I look for in a bootcamp? I’m based in Canada and considering KnowledgeHut – does anyone have any experience with them?
Considering that the companies that would have hired fresh graduates from boot camps are firing employees or at the very least implementing hiring freezes. Those with years of experience and advanced degrees are likely to be the ones hired for the jobs that are available in that industry.
Yes, the transfer from chemistry PhD to data science has been a successful one for me. If you’re wondering about the effectiveness of data science bootcamps and whether a bootcamp certificate alone is enough to get hired, my experience shows that, while a bootcamp provided valuable skills and a portfolio, it was the combination of learning, networking and a supportive bootcamp environment that helped me land a job. When selecting a bootcamp, look for one that provides good support for both learning and job placement, and think about organizations like Faire that prioritize various academic backgrounds in their hiring process.
Based on my own experience, if you haven’t already earned a master’s degree, you would be better suited pursuing a master’s in data science. For a data science role, the majority of employers want at least a master’s degree.