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January 28, 2025
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Explain the lifecycle of DS project and role of structured thinking in DS project.
Define a problem statement using the SMART framework. Explain the activities, best practices, and pitfalls in the implementation phase.
Construct MECE issue tree to break-down business problems into parts. Create a problem statement worksheet to scope business problems.
Explain the role of human centered design during solutioning of business problems.
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This course is an introductory course that equips you with the concepts and tools of problem thinking. By the end of this course, you will be able to:
1. Explain the different stages of a data science project 2. Discuss some of the tools and techniques used in data science. 3. Apply structured thinking to solving problems and avoid the common traps while doing so 4. Apply human-centric design in problem-solving. This course also acts as the first stepping-stone for aspiring data scientists. This course is a part of the program titled Fractal Data Science Professional Certificate. This course is tailored for learners seeking to enhance their analytical and critical thinking abilities. Ideal for students, professionals, and anyone intrigued by systematic approaches, this course empowers you with the foundational skills needed to approach problems with clarity and confidence.
This module teaches you how to use structured thinking to solve problems at work and in everyday life. You will also learn about the different stages and roles in data science, as well as the tools used in data science.
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This module teaches structured thinking for solving business problems and covers tools and frameworks used in the process. It also highlights common mistakes to avoid.
13 videos3 readings6 assignments2 discussion prompts
Human-Centered Design is an approach that prioritizes the end-users' needs by understanding them and creating products that cater to their preferences and behaviors. The goal is to design products that are user-friendly, effective, and enjoyable to use. This module would help you understand why and how you should also keep your users/humans at the center of solving your business problems.
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Continuous learning is imperative to stay relevant in the world of Data Analytics and AI. Fractal Analytics Academy is your learning partner for all your learning requirements. We offer a variety of learning solutions; from instructor led trainings to blended learning and eLearning covering consulting and business skills, technical skills and life skills.
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Reviewed on Feb 24, 2024
Every aspiring data analyst should check out this course. Highly recommended. It gave answers to all my queries.
Reviewed on May 5, 2024
A decently informative course, though the guest videos were mostly pointless. The pace was good.
Reviewed on May 7, 2024
Some topics can be in more depth rest is fine & well interactive course
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