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7 Things to Do Before Starting a Data Science Bootcamp
I am a recent graduate of the Galvanize Data Science Immersive Bootcamp. In this Data Science Bootcamp we spent 3 months learning Statistics, Linear Algebra, Calculus, Machine Learning, SQL, and Python Programming. The San Francisco based program I attended was transferred from in-person to remote due to the COVID-19 pandemic. To say this experience was challenging would be an understatement. Based on my experience, here are 7 things I would do before attending a Data Science Bootcamp:
1. Get Your Life Organized
My official day at the Bootcamp started at 8:30 AM and ended at 8:30 PM Monday through Friday. I would then spend another 3 hours daily studying concepts taught that day. I would usually go to bed at midnight. The days are super long. So make sure that you get all your business in order before you start your bootcamp. Get childcare setup and your personal administrative issues in order. Make sure you also let friends and family know that you really won’t be available during your time in the Bootcamp.
