I have been involved in the online data science scene for quite a while now — about three years. Over that time, I’ve seen some advice, which, in my opinion, is not very good.

While it’s a good idea to look for guidance on how to break into data science, you should be careful who you listen to. Ensure they have some credibility in the field and are not trying to sell you something. Also, see if others agree with their claims!

However, in my experience, many people are genuinely honest about their experience, but you have to tailor it to your personal situation.

So, in this article, I want to offer my two cents on some advice that may lead aspiring data scientists down the wrong path.