100 days of Data Science

Reflections, My 100 days data science journey

Hey there,

It’s been a minute since I last updated you on my 100 days data science journey and my prep for the Gate Data Science and AI exam. Today, I’m here to share some thoughts as I wrap up this chapter.

2023 was a whirlwind of emotions. Was it good? Hell no! It was, without a doubt, the worst year I’ve ever trudged through. The tears, the pain — they flowed abundantly. But as I look back now, every ounce of suffering seems worth it. This year, despite being an emotional and mental battleground, changed me to my core.

And while 2024 hasn’t quite sunk in yet, I’m ready to embrace it with open arms.I stand here now, strong enough to glance back at the tumultuous journey and even stronger to turn my back on the past. 2023 threw challenges at me in ways I couldn’t fathom, yet it bestowed a peculiar stability upon my career.

My mind, a fickle navigator, often questioned the path chosen — from doubting my decision to pursue a Bachelor’s in Technology to discovering a sense of completeness in Computer Science Engineering. Amidst this chaos, 2023 instilled a belief in me. Yes, I am capable of this. The domain of data science beckoned, and though I may not be a maestro yet, the determination to give my best pulses within.

Yesterday, I took my Gate exam. Did I ace it? Probably not. I’m not placing bets on qualification. No sadness, no regrets — an unusual sentiment for someone accustomed to striving for excellence. I didn’t cover half the syllabus in the time I had, so the outcome wasn’t a surprise. But here’s the kicker — I can now say with pride that I possess a robust mathematical foundation. Concepts and basics are crystal clear, paving the way for diving into more technical skills.

While this may be my last blog about my 100 days of data science journey, the learning never stops. This 100-day data science escapade was about laying a foundation, embracing discipline, nurturing consistency, and, above all, fostering confidence. To those who followed along, who cheered me on — thank you.— your support has been my silent fuel, and for that, I’m immensely grateful.

2024-I’m not hoping for a year where everything magically falls into place. All I want is consistency, discipline, and courage —The courage to face problems head-on, confront my emotions, shun distractions, love unconditionally, and, most importantly, believe — in myself and the boundless possibilities of happiness.

Till the next chapter,
Tanishka Arora