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How I got a data science job with no CS degree
by Tan Shu Ying·March 3, 2026
Biology degree. Self-taught Python and SQL over 8 months, built Kaggle projects, networked on LinkedIn. First DS role at RM5,500 after one year.
by Tan Shu Ying·March 3, 2026
Biology degree. Self-taught Python and SQL over 8 months, built Kaggle projects, networked on LinkedIn. First DS role at RM5,500 after one year.
Same path here, biology to data science. The transition is hard but the biology domain knowledge is actually an asset in healthcare data roles.
The Kaggle projects are legitimately what got me interviews. Employers can see the actual code quality, not just claims.