Top 7 Data Science Interview Questions (Behavioral & Tech)

Ready to land your dream job in data science? This video is your ultimate guide to the Top 10 Data Science Interview Questions you'll likely face, whether you're applying for roles like Data Scientist, ML Engineer, or Data Analyst.

We break down complex concepts into easy-to-understand answers, covering everything from fundamental machine learning algorithms to advanced deep learning architectures. Learn how to explain key concepts clearly and demonstrate your problem-solving skills to impress hiring managers.
In this video, we will cover:
Assumptions of Linear Regression
The role of the Sigmoid Function & Log Loss in Logistic Regression
Handling datasets with too many variables
The meaning of 'Random' in Random Forest
How to treat imbalanced data
Understanding Gradient Descent
The difference between Bagging and Boosting
What are Transformers?
Explaining Convolutional Neural Networks (CNN)
How to talk about your data science projects

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced professional, this comprehensive guide will help you build the confidence you need to ace your next data science interview.

Timestamps
0:00 - Introduction to Data Science Interview Questions
0:50 - Q1: What are the assumptions of Linear Regression?
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2:06 - Q2: What is the role of the Sigmoid Function & Log Loss in Logistic Regression?
2:58 - Q3: Which ML Algorithms should you use/avoid with too many variables?
4:13 - Q4: What is 'Random' in Random Forest?
5:08 - Q5: How would you treat imbalanced data?
6:12 - Q6: What is Gradient Descent?
7:03 - Q7: What's the difference between bagging and boosting?
7:51 - Q8: What are Transformers?
9:13 - Q9: What is a Convolutional Neural Network (CNN)?
10:02 - Q10: Explain any DS project you've built or contributed to.
10:37 - Conclusion and Final Tips