In this week's #DataTalk, we’re talking with Sarah Nooravi about what it means to work in data science and some common misconceptions people have about that role.

Sara Noovari earned her Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering from U.C.L.A. and her Bachelor's degree in Mathematics and Economics with a minor in Statistics.

Common Misconceptions of Working in Data Science w/ Sarah Nooravi

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Common Misconceptions of Working in Data Science w/ Sarah Nooravi

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