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Discussion on: 5 Not So Obvious Ways to Get a Job in Data Science

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Mark

The other place that's great to post content is github (even for Data Science) because you actually demonstrate technical skills in a way that can't be hid behind a team effort. I lost a (data science) team member due to a company recognizing his ability from his github profile.

I think tools like LinkedIn and being 'discovered' there works best when you already have a job and are just passively trolling for opportunities. If your profile includes the right buzzwords and you have some actual experience, it's not uncommon to have headhunters or recruiters reaching out weekly if not more often. The challenge there is sifting through the chaff, figuring out if it is a good fit, etc.

Your main point is correct, you can't just sit back and wait for good stuff to fall in your lap, you need to position yourself well.

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Jess Chace

I totally agree - GitHub is another great place to showcase your skillset. I've also leveraged my GitHub profile during interviews to back up everything I said I could do. I think interviewers really appreciate having concrete data points.