In this conversation, Darya Petrashka shares her inspiring journey from a non-technical background as a project manager to becoming a successful data scientist. She discusses the challenges she faced during her transition, the importance of resilience, and the value of community support. Darya emphasizes the non-linear nature of career paths in tech, the significance of practical experience, and the necessity of continuous learning. She also provides actionable advice for those looking to break into the tech industry, highlighting the importance of applying for jobs even when feeling unprepared.Connect With Cloud Career Mentor🗞️ Get a FREE guide on 3 Simple Steps To First Cloud Job: https://app.cloudcareermentor.com/podcast-3-simple-steps-opt-in 💻 Join Cloud Career Acceleration Program: http://www.cloudcareermentor.comConnect with me on social media📲 LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/cloud-career-mentor🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/thecloudmentorConnect with Darya Petrashka📲LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daryapetrashka/💻AWS Community Builders program: https://aws.amazon.com/developer/community/community-builders/🎥YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@daryapetrashkaChapters00:00 From Project Management to Data Science07:05 Navigating the Learning Curve14:07 The Job Application Journey20:46 Gaining Practical Experience27:47 Projects and Challenges in Data Science34:57 Resilience and Community Support38:46 Advice for Aspiring Tech Professionals

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