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Stuck at 35: Can I Start a Data Science Career After Years Away from Coding?

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Question by Vicky on Aug 22, 2024Hindi

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I am 35 years old.i have done BCA in 2009 then i started my 1st job in 2010 as a data entry operator after that in 2012 to 2017 i did work as a store assistant,then i prepared for civil service examination for government job and i didn't get select. Now i am jobless since july 2023. I want to know that I have interest in Data scientist "So can i start any genuine course for data science and start the career in data science " please give the answer. Thank you

Ans: Vicky, You have not mentioned you are from which State/City.

Anyway, to begin with, please search for any 'Software Training & Placement Institutes' either in your location or nearby city. To get an idea about this type of Institute, visit the website of 'Besant Technologies'. They provide comprehensive range of courses to not only fresh graduates but also to others regardless of other background/graduation year.

Some of the institutes provide job assistance and even give job guarantee (based on your performance during training/interview).

Please check and go through the above Institute's Website (as an example) and search for same type of Institutes, personally visit some institutes (especially those which assures job), choose the right course for you and join.

As far as Data Science is concerned, this type of Institute also provided the same.

All the BEST for Your Bright Future, Vicky.

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Dear Sir, Im running 53 age, basically im BA + PGDHRM Graduate +Computer course Now iam a private company employee working as Sr.Executive office, i have blindly worked 17 years in our existing company without any strong financial benifits. and having low salary. Now I decided to do data science or any company work related course for my better carrier for remaining work period. so, my question is, can i get a better job in any company in this age, and also please inform me which course is better to me for my remaining future. (short term course). Now im working perfectly in MS Office & Tally.etc. please guide.

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As you are already 53 and would be reaching superannuation in a few years, it is advisable to stick to the same company. If you want to change, you must look to upgrade your skills in AI and Data Science. These are the 2 skills which would be in high demand in the next 2 years and shift to a good company.

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Sir, I rejected the offer that I got during my final year of college and went for upsc preparation. But after 4 attempts couldn't clear. Now 9 years after graduation would like to get into IT industry. Thinking of pursuing Data Science course. Will that fetch me a job?

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Question by vivek - Jul 04, 2024Hindi

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Hello sir I had seen giving you some wonderful career advice to so many people here Please also suggest me as I want to purse career in data science. which institution should I go for ? I am confused as there are so many institute not sure which one is authentic that can provide me job I have 10 ex years of experience but jobless from last 6 months

Ans: Vivek, You have 10 years of experience in what? You plan 'Career Transition'? What motivated you to pursue Data Science? Lot of Colleges / Institutes provide programs in Data Science (as you have mentioned) including some IITs for working professionals. Depends upon you want to join part-time / full-time / weekend / online courses / affordability of fees? If you are based in any Metro City, you can easily find a best Institute which provides Job Guarantee. Spend a day or two to thoroughly Research about the College / Job Placement Guarantee & even personality visiting the Colleges / Institutes will further help you, find out a best solution. However, please note, as you will be considered a s a Fresher after completing the course, you can't expect much salary initially and will need a lot of patience and gain experience. All the BEST for Your Bright Future.

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Sir I am 53 years old B.E electrical engineering from NIT ROURKELA for the first 25yrs I was a electrical contractor doing odd works which caused a financial distress then in 2019 I joined in a friend's company and currently working as quality analyst lead but the salary is not enough so I want to do DATA SCIENCE and artificial intelligence masters to get a better job can it happen

Ans: To become expert in DATA SCIENCE and artificial intelligence you have to give a lot of effort. The world is very competitive. Chances of getting a better job in a new field at the age of 53 without any experience in that field is very less.

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