Is anyone considering changing careers to Data Science? Any advice? Did you do a bootcamp? Any recommendations?
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The bigger problem is that most companies will believe that once there is a resurgence in Oil&Gas demand in 2022, people like you will migrate back to the industry for higher compensation. Also, as mentioned there is plenty of competition out there already. The field has been saturated for several years now. Good luck.
Look up Metis. Or Insight if you already have experience in ML/ DL.
You’ll have better luck with a software eng bootcamp than a data science bootcamp. Data science is a competitive field with PhDs and master graduates. And I mean the real data science, not the SQL jockeys/glorified data analysts (those jobs you won’t need a bootcamp for).
Bootcamps are a waste of time. Employers hire technology workers for their experience. There are thousands of experienced workers from India competing for all the tech jobs so you're going to need more than a certificate from LinkedIn to get a tech job.
Too many online resources to justify the cost of a bootcamp. Plus, you'd probably need time to explore computer science fundamentals OR a programming language to decide if you even like it. As the previous poster said, it isn't for everybody.
If you decide to go that route, though, definitely steer clear of data science and all that Python bullsh!t that's super hot right now. No one builds anything significant with Python or any of the new languages and they will probably die out in a few years. Stick to the tried and true: Java, C++, or some front-end technologies like HTML and Between a small portfolio of simple projects, your experience at Exxon, and a decent resume/recruiter you shouldn't have too much trouble getting an entry level gig with enough effort searching. With a few hours a day devoted to learning and exploring the ins and outs of software development you can probably get to that point in 9-12 months if you push yourself.
Only thing I’d add is to take a careful look at which boot camps are actually good programs. Rice’s for example is run by Trilogy, which has nothing to do with the university’s professors or curriculum.
Data science is saturated, and many end up wasting $16K on bootcamps. It would be extremely difficult to find a job (esp. entry level) unless you are okay with making 60K as a contractor.
Generally, Exxon folks are good at project management, which may be transferrable to other industries if you know how to sell yourself.
If you really want to do CS, software engineering may be a better option but it is not for everyone.