Learning Data Analytics

Introduction to Learning Data Analytics

• Angie is a Program Manager of Engineering at Google and is currently pursuing a data analytics certificate.

• Previously worked as a researcher in people analytics and has experience as an analytical mercenary for various companies.

Learning New Skills

• Learning new skills, especially data-related ones, feels akin to learning a new language.

• Initial frustrations with SQL:

  • Felt out of place, akin to a toddler learning to communicate while others seemed fluent.

  • Experienced struggles with basic tasks, such as querying data from tables and calculating averages.

• This experience parallels Angie's observations of her immigrant parents who learned English:

  • Parents immigrated to the U.S. in their thirties and faced challenges learning a new language.

  • Angie recalls her parents struggling to perform simple tasks like asking for help in stores due to language barriers.

  • At a young age, she took on the responsibility of communicating on their behalf, showcasing her early exposure to the struggles of language acquisition.

Reflection on Perseverance

• Witnessing her parents' hard work and determination influences her approach to learning.

• Draws motivation from her parents' resilience in acquiring English fluency.

  • If her parents could learn and communicate in a new language, she feels capable of mastering SQL and data analytics.

• This personal history fosters a mindset of persistence and the willingness to seek help in her learning journey.

  • Emphasizes the importance of asking questions and seeking assistance from knowledgeable colleagues, like data analysts.

Conclusion

• Learning SQL and other data languages is not just a technical endeavor for Angie, but a reflection of her family's journey and resilience in overcoming language barriers.

• This narrative illustrates how personal experiences shape professional growth and encourage a supportive learning environment.