ODSC West 2015 - Michael Li - Data Driven Hiring of Data Scientists

Learn how to implement data-driven hiring practices for data scientists in this ODSC West 2015 conference talk. Explore why traditional keyword-driven screening processes fall short in identifying top data science talent and discover how to build an automated, skill-focused screening process. Gain insights from The Data Incubator's experience in handling over 3000 applications per session for their data science fellowship program. Delve into topics such as data cleaning, challenge questions, and the importance of communication skills in data science. Understand the complexities of data science hiring, retention strategies, and ways to operationalize data science within organizations. Benefit from the expertise of Michael Li, founder and CEO of The Data Incubator, as he shares his experiences from various roles in data science, Wall Street, and NASA.

Intro
Michael Li
Our Mission
What is a Data Scientist
Data Cleaning
Theilliard Audition Study
Data Science Hiring
Challenge Questions
People Widget
Best to Worst
Math vs Chemistry
Blind Edition of Data Scientists
Data Science is Hard
Data Science Communication
Data Science Retention
Money
Ladders
Being Innovative
Operationalizing Data Science
Story Time
Questions