Breaking Into Data Science: Skills, Steps and Mindset

​Description:
Breaking into data science can often feel overwhelming, especially with the flood of advice, technical terms, and unrealistic expectations. This talk explores what truly matters when starting out — offering a perspective on the field and what it takes to enter it today. The talk is designed for students, career changers, and aspiring data scientists who want a realistic and practical introduction to the field.

​Agenda:

​· From Economics to Data Science — My Background and How I Got Here

​· Core Skills to Focus On

​· How to Start with No Experience — Resources and practical pathways

​· Crafting the Right Mindset for Success

​· Lessons from My Journey — What worked, what didn’t, and what I wish I knew earlier

​Speaker:

​Liza Kurashvili is an economics student at the International School of Economics at Tbilisi State University (ISET) and a Data Scientist at Bank of Georgia. With two years of hands-on experience in data science across the finance and insurance sectors, she specializes in applying machine learning and analytics to real-world business challenges.

​Location:
Rooms Hotel Tbilisi, Central Room -1 floor (The main entrance, Chovelidze street side)