...That is the question. Further study often seems the most appealing route to go down, and for many companies out there it's often heralded as a must have for data science, but it isn't always so and isn't always pivotal in advancing your career. To PhD. A PhD is your original, unique research into something not necessarily covered from that angle before. The content of a … [Read more...] about Data Science: To PhD or not to PhD?
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Working in the (data) heart of KPN
Working in the (data) heart of KPN The main question appears to be a simple one: What makes it so interesting to work as a Data Analyst at KPN? Do you have a minute, Ruben Timmermans asks with a smile. What follows is a talk about concretising Xs and Ys, the urge to innovate and true team spirit. After earning his degree in Econometrics, Ruben Timmermans started working as a … [Read more...] about Working in the (data) heart of KPN
Switching from a Java to Big Data/Hadoop Career: The Whys and Hows
Once in a while, there may come a feeling that you are stuck in the same job profile and living a monotonous professional life. This generally leads to the realisation that a change in your profile is much needed. If you are someone who is looking to switch your profile from a Java development role to big data, then this article will act as a guide to help you. Java software … [Read more...] about Switching from a Java to Big Data/Hadoop Career: The Whys and Hows
The Internet of Things: How Interconnectivity Is Changing Our World
Since the 1990s when the Internet first became readily available, the interconnectivity of our world has grown. Now, it's not just people who are connected, but our devices as well. The Internet of Things (often abbreviated IoT) describes an elaborate network of objects and people, all interacting with one another through wireless communication, sensors and embedded circuits. … [Read more...] about The Internet of Things: How Interconnectivity Is Changing Our World
A New Chapter In The Analytics Journey
Every individual and enterprise travels a unique journey in the pursuit of analytics. In my case, I could never have predicted how my journey would unfold when I first entered the workforce over 20 years ago. The rise of analytics as a strategic imperative and the explosion of career opportunities within the field far surpass what I expected coming out of school. I feel very … [Read more...] about A New Chapter In The Analytics Journey
