Module 01 · Defining Data Science and What Data Scientists Do

Lesson Overview: What Do Data Scientists Do?课时概览：数据科学家做什么？

In the lesson "What Do Data Scientists Do?" you’ll dive into data science. The first video shows a day in the life of data scientists. You’ll also learn essential skills for becoming a good data scientist and why big data matters. You’ll explore handling different file types, study data science topics, and algorithms, and discuss the qualities that define a data scientist. The lesson ends with a summary video and a quiz to ensure you grasp this dynamic field.
在课程“数据科学家做什么？”中，你将深入了解数据科学。第一个视频展示了数据科学家的一天。你还将学习成为一名优秀数据科学家所需的基本技能以及大数据的重要性。你将探索处理不同文件类型的方法，研究数据科学主题、算法，并讨论定义数据科学家的素质。课程以一个总结视频和测验结束，以确保你掌握这个充满活力的领域。

Asset name and type 资产名称和类型	Description 描述
“A Day in the Life of a Data Scientist” video “数据科学家的一天”视频	Gain firsthand insights into the daily routines and challenges faced by data scientists, providing a practical glimpse into their roles. 深入了解数据科学家日常的例行工作和面临的挑战，提供对他们角色的实际洞察。
“Data Science Skills and Big Data” video “数据科学技能与大数据”视频	Delve into the core skills required in the data science profession and understand the significance of big data in contemporary data analysis. 深入探讨数据科学职业所需的核心技能，并理解大数据在当代数据分析中的重要性。
“Working on Different File Formats” video “处理不同文件格式”视频	Explore the intricacies of handling diverse file formats, a crucial skill for data scientists when dealing with various data sources. 探索处理多种文件格式的复杂性，这是数据科学家在处理各种数据源时的一项关键技能。
“Data Science Topics and Algorithms” video “数据科学主题和算法”视频	Dive into essential data science topics and algorithms that form the foundation of data analysis and decision-making. 深入探索构成数据分析与决策基础的核心数据科学主题和算法。
Discussion Prompt: Introduce Yourself 讨论提示：自我介绍	Engage with fellow learners by introducing yourself, fostering a sense of community and collaborative learning. 通过自我介绍与同行学习者互动，培养社群意识和协作学习氛围。
“What Makes Someone a Data Scientist?” reading 《什么造就了一位数据科学家？》阅读材料	Read an excerpt from "What Makes Someone a Data Scientist?" where the author addresses the ongoing debates surrounding the definition of data science and the elusive identity of a data scientist. 阅读《什么造就了一位数据科学家？》的节选，作者探讨了围绕数据科学定义以及数据科学家身份的持续争论和难以捉摸的本质。
“Lesson Summary” video “课程总结”视频	Summarize and reinforce your understanding of the key concepts covered in the lesson, ensuring a comprehensive grasp of the material. 总结并巩固课程中涵盖的关键概念，确保对材料有全面的理解。
Practice quiz 练习测验	Test your understanding of the previous reading. 检验你对先前阅读的理解。
Glossary 术语表	Use this glossary of terms to review the terminology presented in this lesson. 使用本术语表复习本课所呈现的术语。
Graded quiz 评分测验	Test your knowledge from this lesson by taking the graded quiz. 通过完成有评分的测验来检验本课程的知识。