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Alex Analyst Data Analyst Bootcamp

Jul 14, 2024

Alex Analyst Data Analyst Bootcamp

Overview

  • Introduction to a free Data Analyst Bootcamp on YouTube by Alex Analyst.
  • Initially intended as satire, but strong positive response led to its creation.
  • Covers basics of SQL, Excel, Tableau, Power BI, Python, and more.
  • Includes projects and a free certification upon completion.

Initial Announcement

  • Published a post on LinkedIn suggesting a free boot camp.
  • Post received 12,000 likes and numerous shares and comments.
  • Decided to create the bootcamp due to high demand.

Bootcamp Structure

  1. Starting Video
    • "How to Become a Data Analyst in 2023."
    • Walkthrough steps to become a data analyst.
  2. SQL Series
    • Basics to intermediate and advanced levels.
    • Initially in Microsoft SQL Server; MySQL series coming soon.
    • Accompanied by projects:
      • Data Analyst Portfolio Project (SQL Data Exploration).
      • Data Cleaning Project.
  3. Excel Series
    • Covers various Excel skills.
    • Ends with a full project in Excel.
  4. Tableau Series
    • From installation to completion of a full project.
  5. Power BI Series
    • From installation to completion of a full project.
  6. Python Series
    • Basics to advanced, starting with Python Basics and projects.
    • Plans to add playlists on pandas, regular expressions, web scraping, etc.

Additional Content

  • Other projects include Web Scraping, API calls using Python.
  • How to create a portfolio website for free.
  • Creating a data analyst resume (to be updated).
  • Tips on job searching using LinkedIn.

Certification

  • Available upon completing the bootcamp.
  • Uses an honor system; no verification process.
  • Certification includes a generic certificate and a personalized certificate.
  • Instructions to obtain the certificate provided in the final video.

Final Remarks

  • Bootcamp organized to make learning accessible and free.
  • Intends to help participants land a job and develop skills without financial burden.
  • Encourages participants to share their certificates on social media.

Closing

  • Good luck and happy learning!

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