Career switch from DBA to Data Scientist or ML Engineer

Is it possible to switch from DBA to DS or ML Engineer ? How can I start with, and what can be the road map?

11mo ago

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WobblyTaco

EY11mo

Why not data engineer?

MagicalLlama

Capgemini11mo

Because I am good with Python, SQL, and ML already. My final year project was on deep learning.

QuirkyDonut

Stealth11mo

Everyone's final year project is on deep learning

SquishyTaco

UiPath11mo

You can make switch to any X to Y, as long as you’re able to justify in interviews. DBA to Data Engineer would be an easier option, prev exp also counts. For ML engineers, many roles require masters/phd.

MagicalLlama

Capgemini11mo

Well, thanks. Maybe I will try both Data Engineer and Data Science both, if possible

SparklyPenguin

Cognizant11mo

I will suggest to move firstly from DBA to Database/Dataawearhouse developer. Then transition into DS/ML slowly. If you right away want to swirch they it will too much learning scope and you might give up inbetween.

MagicalLlama

Capgemini11mo

Well, I have started preparing already from 3 month.

Already have hands-on experience in Python, Machine learning Libraries

SparklyPenguin

Cognizant11mo

Excellent then

DizzyUnicorn

EY11mo

I want to switch from Analyst in Consulting to a Data engineer. Need suggestions.

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