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Data Science from Scratch: First Principles with Python
By Joel Grus
This episode explores why true mastery in data science stems from understanding fundamental principles rather than merely applying high-level tools. We discuss how building from scratch cultivates deep intuition, enabling genuine problem-solving and innovation beyond black-box abstractions.
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data science, first principles, python
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Best suited to listeners who want a clearer working understanding of data science, first principles, python and better judgment in how they apply it.
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Joel Grus brings a credible and useful lens to data science, first principles, python, with enough subject command to make the book worth hearing.
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