How to explore and learn “Analytics & Data Science” ?

One of my students asked me as to how can someone explore and learn Analytics / Data Science domain with an intention to build their career in it ? There are three types of roles available in Data Science / Analytics: Functional consultant like a Business / Data Analyst Technical Consultant like a Data Engineer. Mixed profiles…… Continue reading How to explore and learn “Analytics & Data Science” ?

History & Future of Information Technology

Late 1970s – Ethernet Late 1980s & Early 1990s – Internet Late 1990s – Y2K was the trend and revolution of easy operating systems like Windows with word processing and spreadsheets happened. Also, LINUX. ERP, CRM, BPM, HRM and similar software pick up in market. Early 2000s – Internet boom, Email, Browsers, Dot Com, Start…… Continue reading History & Future of Information Technology

Learning R Programming – Part 1

As per Glassdoor Top 5 skills in Data Science for job openings are: Python R SQL Hadoop Java Most Java developers know SQL, Hadoop & Java to a good extent in today’s environment, two important skills Python & R should be learned by the Java developer / architect / manager if s/he wants to contribute…… Continue reading Learning R Programming – Part 1

Universities & Colleges offering courses & degrees in Analytics / Data Science in India – Part 1

BITS Pilani – Offering MSc in Analytics, MTech in Computer Science with specialization in Analytics IIM Calcutta, ISI Kolkata & IIT Kharagpur – PG Diploma in Business Analytics Great Lakes, Chennai – PGP in Analytics IIIT Bangalore – PGP in Analytics via UpGrad XLRI – Executive Program in Data Science NIRMA University – MBA -…… Continue reading Universities & Colleges offering courses & degrees in Analytics / Data Science in India – Part 1

Introduction to Search Engines – Part 1

Search engines have changed the way we work with the digital world completely. Digital world around us including the internet has evolved along with search engines almost simultaneously. Here is a primer on the working, technologies, statistics, history, tips for using, searching, etc. for Google. How do they work? Search engines work to search across…… Continue reading Introduction to Search Engines – Part 1

Facebook Privacy & Security tips

Many of us use Facebook for various reasons like socializing on the internet, managing and participating in groups, creating and managing company pages, keeping in touch with friends and colleagues, sharing our updates & pictures, etc. But many don’t pay attention to privacy and security aspects of using Facebook. Here are some pointers on what…… Continue reading Facebook Privacy & Security tips

Security tips for Google Drive & Android

Google Drive: Open Google Drive on web based browser like Chrome On each of the folders if you see a person symbol it’s shared, if you don’t see the symbol its not shared For each folder -> click SHARE -> Advanced -> Check which user has view rights and which user has edit rights ->…… Continue reading Security tips for Google Drive & Android

How to build a lean startup in a Tier 2 or 3 city in India ? – Part 1

If you are exploring an option to start an IT / Digital startup in a Tier 2 or 3 city in India and are searching for some advice on how to do that in a lean, cost controlled way – here is some help: Register your company preferably in one of the three modes: Limited…… Continue reading How to build a lean startup in a Tier 2 or 3 city in India ? – Part 1

Skills required for working as a Solution Architect

High level Architecture understanding about Clustering of Databases / Applications Servers / Operating Systems, Enterprise Architecture, Non Functional Requirements, Integrations, Various Enterprise Software Products & Frameworks Concepts of Virtualization and Cloud platforms like AWS, Azure & Google Cloud Integration – Tools, Frameworks & Products that can be used like ESB, Web-Services, etc. Latest trends around…… Continue reading Skills required for working as a Solution Architect

General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) – Layman’s Introduction

Data of any EU citizen / entity cannot be shared without explicit consent. Terms & Conditions / Privacy checkbox doesn’t suitably give consent as per this law. Explicit consent is required Records of when consent was given, how, what time, when revoked, etc. must be stored Any breach of data or hacking must be informed…… Continue reading General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) – Layman’s Introduction

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