Towards Data Science
Jul 16
How to Get the Most Out of Claude Fable 5
Maximize your Claude Fable 5 usage The post How to Get the Most Out of Claude Fable 5 appeared first on Towards Data Science .
The Most Beautiful Statistic: The History and the Science of the Humble Mean
The mean keeps making its usefulness felt in all sorts of situations, often in truly non-obvious ways The post The Most Beautiful Statistic: The History and the Science of the Humble Mean appeared first on Towards Data Science .
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Jul 23
When Data Science Makes Us Sad: The Story of an Overbooked Flight
$8 million vs $5k + Potentially Going Viral The post When Data Science Makes Us Sad: The Story of an Overbooked Flight appeared first on Towards Data Science .
Towards Data Science
Aug 4
How to Get More Statistical Power from Fewer Research Participants
An online simulation and a novel method for increasing power The post How to Get More Statistical Power from Fewer Research Participants appeared first on Towards Data Science .
Towards Data Science
Sep 17
Why You Think Like a Bayesian but Were Taught Like a Frequentist
From a chocolate bar with no price tag to a marketing mix model in PyMC, and the 200-year-old integral that stood in between. The post Why You Think Like a Bayesian but Were Taught Like a Frequentist...
Towards Data Science
Jun 25
One Month Into Learning Data Engineering in Public: Here’s What I Didn’t Write About
A reflection on the first month of learning data engineering in public, and what actually kept me going. The post One Month Into Learning Data Engineering in Public: Here’s What I Didn’t Write About appeared first on Towards Data Science .
Towards Data Science
Sep 1
What We Miss About Missing Values
The article titled "What We Miss About Missing Values" explores the often overlooked assumptions embedded in the data we observe, particularly focusing on how missing values can influence analysis and interpretation. It delves into the hidden biases and methodological implications that arise when data is incomplete, urging readers to consider these factors when working with real-world datasets.
Towards Data Science
Aug 18
Ten Is Not a Hundred
The article titled "Ten Is Not a Hundred" discusses how the number ten can mislead hallucination detectors. It highlights a specific instance where this numerical confusion caused errors in automated systems. The piece was originally published on Towards Data Science.
Towards Data Science
3d ago
How Many Stories Can Your Data Tell?
The article explores how different data representations can alter our interpretation of the same dataset, highlighting that the way data is visualized or structured can lead to varying narratives. It examines the implications of these storytelling choices for data analysis and communication. The piece emphasizes the importance of thoughtful data presentation in shaping conclusions.
Towards Data Science
Jul 14
How I’m Making Sure My Analytics Career Doesn’t Get Eaten by AI
The analytics career I signed up for five years ago doesn't exist anymore, and honestly, I am fine with that. The post How I’m Making Sure My Analytics Career Doesn’t Get Eaten by AI appeared first on Towards Data Science .
Towards Data Science
Jun 2
Code Is Cheap. Engineering Judgement Is Now the Scarce Resource
The barriers to building have collapsed. That shifts the bottleneck to ownership, validation, taste, and deciding what should actually exist The post Code Is Cheap.
Towards Data Science
4d ago
AI Made Data Scientists Faster. Now It’s Expanding the Job.
AI has accelerated data scientists’ productivity, but its influence extends beyond speed. The technology is reshaping who owns data, how judgment is exercised, and the overall career trajectory of data scientists. These changes signal a broader transformation in the field’s structure and responsibilities.
Towards Data Science
Aug 25
A New Towards Data Science: A Faster Site and a Brand-New Contributor Portal
Towards Data Science has announced a major overhaul of its website and contributor portal. The new site promises faster performance and a brand‑new portal for writers, aiming to improve the experience for both readers and contributors. The update is positioned as a significant upgrade for anyone who reads, writes, or both on the platform.