Data Science - Learning About Data

I have made this list to help me explore and excel in the interesting field of Data Science and Analytics.

This list covers introductory yet comprehensive books on various topics in the field of Data Science including but not limited to: statistics, data analysis, data mining, machine learning, predictive analytics, big data, map reduce, statistical programming using R and Python.
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message 1: by Adrian (new)

Adrian Grozavu Thanks for the list!


message 2: by Cheryl (new)

Cheryl I have no training in the field, but am just a curious person who wants to avoid the overly simplistic bestsellers. Does anyone have any *very best* recommendations for me? Also, I'm thinking I should probably choose among the newest books, do you agree?


message 3: by Cheryl (new)

Cheryl That makes sense. Ok, so:
How about a 'very good introduction to some of the concepts' - ?


message 4: by Sean-Kelly (new)

Sean-Kelly Palicki Cheryl wrote: "That makes sense. Ok, so:
How about a 'very good introduction to some of the concepts' - ?"

'Dataclysm' is the place to start! It is really interesting and gives insight into a fantastic data science case study. I think 'The Functional Art' is kind of industry specific, but also does a great job at explaining how and why we do this.


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