Setting My Sights on Data Analytics Certification I have set my sights on my first certification in my journey to the Data Analytics realm, specifically the Microsoft MTA Exam - 98-381 - Introduction to Programming with Python. My Preparation Books Intro to Python, 5th Edition - Mark Lutz Programming in Python - Mark Lutz Self-Practice Writing Python applications Timeline 180 Days (December 2017 – May 2018) Tentative Exam Date : Early May 2018 Note I won't feel competent in Python until I have spent at least a full year writing serious code. For now, I want to understand the basics and apply them at work. I have some small projects in mind to gain practical experience with Python, and I plan to implement them in 2018. I consider this the foundational step to solidify my Python knowledge. Updates Update (2/1/18) I got busy at work and had to push back my Python studies. I am still studying, but my progress is slower than I had hoped. However, I am committed to continuing. Update ...
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