24-Week Data Analyst Roadmap (4 Hours

Daily)
Phase 1: Foundation (Weeks 1-6)
Week 1: Excel Fundamentals

Topics:

●​ Basic formulas and functions (SUM, AVERAGE, COUNT, IF)

●​ Data formatting and conditional formatting
●​ Cell references (absolute vs. relative)
●​ Basic charts and visualizations

Resources:

1.​Excel for Beginners by Kevin Stratvert

2.​Microsoft Excel Tutorial for Beginners - Full Course

Project: Sales Data Analysis Dashboard

●​ Download a sample sales dataset from Kaggle Sales Data

●​ Create a dashboard showing total sales, top products, monthly
trends
●​ Use conditional formatting to highlight high/low performers

Networking:

●​ Create a LinkedIn profile (see setup guide below)

●​ Follow 10 data analysts and 5 data analysis hashtags
●​ Make your first post introducing yourself and your journey into
data analysis

Job Preparation:

●​ Research data analyst job descriptions to understand required

skills
 ●​ Create a skills checklist based on 10 job descriptions
●​ Set up job alerts on LinkedIn, Indeed, and Glassdoor

Interview Prep:

●​ Research basic Excel interview questions

●​ Practice explaining what VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP, and
INDEX/MATCH do

Week 2: Advanced Excel

Topics:

●​ VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH

●​ Pivot Tables and Pivot Charts
●​ Data validation
●​ What-if analysis and Goal Seek

Resources:

1.​Advanced Excel for Data Analysis by Leila Gharani

2.​Excel Pivot Tables Tutorial by Excel Campus

Project: HR Analytics Dashboard

●​ Download HR Analytics dataset from Kaggle

●​ Create pivot tables to analyze department performance,
attrition rates
●​ Build a dashboard with slicers to filter by department, age, etc.

Networking:

●​ Connect with 3 data analysts on LinkedIn with a personalized

message
●​ Engage with 5 posts from data professionals (thoughtful
comments)
●​ Update your LinkedIn headline to "Aspiring Data Analyst |
Excel Specialist"

Job Preparation:
 ●​ Start drafting your resume with Excel skills section
●​ Research companies that value Excel skills in data analysts
●​ Join 2 data analyst groups on LinkedIn

Interview Prep:

●​ Practice explaining a time you used Excel to solve a problem

●​ Create a 5-minute presentation explaining pivot tables to a
non-technical person

Week 3: SQL Basics

Topics:

●​ Database fundamentals (tables, relationships)

●​ Basic SQL queries (SELECT, FROM, WHERE)
●​ Filtering and sorting (ORDER BY, GROUP BY)
●​ Aggregations (COUNT, SUM, AVG, MIN, MAX)

Resources:

1.​SQL Tutorial for Beginners by Programming with Mosh

2.​W3Schools SQL Tutorial

Project: E-commerce Database Analysis

●​ Use the free MySQL Workbench

●​ Set up the Northwind sample database
●​ Write queries to analyze top customers, popular products, and
sales trends

Networking:

●​ Connect with 3 database administrators or SQL developers

●​ Share a post about what you're learning in SQL
●​ Comment on a SQL-related article or post

Job Preparation:

●​ Add SQL to your skills section on your resume

 ●​ Research typical SQL assessments in interviews
●​ Browse entry-level database analyst positions

Interview Prep:

●​ Practice writing queries on SQLZoo

●​ Prepare answers to "How would you analyze X using SQL?"
questions

Week 4: Intermediate SQL

Topics:

●​ JOINs (INNER, LEFT, RIGHT, FULL)

●​ Subqueries and Common Table Expressions (CTEs)
●​ Data manipulation (INSERT, UPDATE, DELETE)
●​ Creating views

Resources:

1.​Advanced SQL Tutorial by Joey Blue

2.​SQL for Data Analysis - Udacity free course

Project: Customer Analysis Dashboard

●​ Continue with the Northwind database

●​ Create complex queries with multiple joins to analyze
customer behavior
●​ Build a sales performance analysis report with CTEs

Networking:

●​ Join SQL-focused groups on LinkedIn or Reddit

●​ Share your project findings in a LinkedIn post
●​ Connect with 3 data analysts who mention SQL in their
profiles

Job Preparation:

●​ Update your resume with new SQL skills

 ●​ Create a GitHub account (see setup guide below)
●​ Upload your SQL project queries to GitHub

Interview Prep:

●​ Practice intermediate SQL problems on HackerRank

●​ Prepare explanations for different types of JOINs

Week 5: Basic Statistics for Data Analysis

Topics:

●​ Descriptive statistics (mean, median, mode, standard

deviation)
●​ Probability basics
●​ Normal distribution
●​ Correlation and causation

Resources:

1.​Statistics for Data Science by StatQuest

2.​Khan Academy Statistics Course

Project: Exploratory Data Analysis

●​ Use Kaggle Titanic Dataset

●​ Perform statistical analysis to find relationships between
variables
●​ Create a report with your findings about survival factors

Networking:

●​ Follow 5 statisticians or data scientists on LinkedIn

●​ Share an insight from your statistical analysis
●​ Engage in a statistics-focused discussion group

Job Preparation:

●​ Add statistics knowledge to your resume

●​ Research how statistics is applied in different industries
 ●​ Create a Kaggle account (see setup guide below)

Interview Prep:

●​ Practice explaining statistical concepts in simple terms

●​ Prepare to answer "When would you use median vs. mean?"

Week 6: Data Cleaning and Preparation

Topics:

●​ Identifying and handling missing data

●​ Dealing with outliers
●​ Data normalization and standardization
●​ Feature engineering basics

Resources:

1.​Data Cleaning in Excel and SQL by Alex The Analyst

2.​Data Preprocessing Course by Krish Naik

Project: Data Cleaning Challenge

●​ Download Messy Data Set from Kaggle

●​ Clean the dataset using Excel and SQL techniques
●​ Document your cleaning process and decisions

Networking:

●​ Share your data cleaning process on LinkedIn

●​ Connect with 3 data engineers or data quality specialists
●​ Ask a question about data cleaning best practices in a forum

Job Preparation:

●​ Update your resume with data cleaning skills

●​ Research companies that emphasize data quality
●​ Start a "portfolio" section on your LinkedIn profile

Interview Prep:
 ●​ Practice explaining your approach to cleaning a messy
dataset
●​ Prepare examples of common data quality issues and how to
address them

Phase 2: Visualization and Python (Weeks 7-14)

Week 7: Introduction to Python

Topics:

●​ Python basics (variables, data types)

●​ Control structures (if/else, loops)
●​ Functions and basic error handling
●​ Python environment setup

Resources:

1.​Python for Beginners by Programming with Mosh

2.​Automate the Boring Stuff with Python - Free Online Book

Project: Basic Python Scripts

●​ Install Python and set up a development environment

●​ Create scripts to automate basic data tasks (file processing,
text parsing)
●​ Submit your code to GitHub

Networking:

●​ Join Python programming groups on LinkedIn or Reddit

●​ Share your experience learning Python
●​ Connect with 3 data professionals who use Python

Job Preparation:

●​ Add Python to your skills section

●​ Research junior data analyst roles requiring Python
●​ Update your GitHub with your Python scripts
Interview Prep:

●​ Practice basic Python coding challenges on Codewars

●​ Prepare to explain why Python is useful for data analysis

Week 8: Python for Data Analysis (NumPy & Pandas)

Topics:

●​ NumPy arrays and operations

●​ Pandas DataFrames and Series
●​ Data loading and writing
●​ Data manipulation with Pandas

Resources:

1.​Pandas Tutorial by Corey Schafer

2.​Data Analysis with Python - FreeCodeCamp

Project: Sales Data Analysis with Pandas

●​ Use Superstore Sales Dataset from Kaggle

●​ Perform data manipulation and analysis with Pandas
●​ Create insightful summary statistics and identify trends

Networking:

●​ Share code snippets from your Pandas project

●​ Ask a specific Pandas question in a Python community
●​ Connect with 3 data analysts who use Python

Job Preparation:

●​ Update your resume with NumPy and Pandas skills

●​ Look for job postings mentioning these libraries
●​ Create a Python section in your portfolio

Interview Prep:

●​ Practice Pandas interview questions on DataQuest

 ●​ Prepare to explain the difference between Pandas and SQL

Week 9: Data Visualization with Python (Matplotlib, Seaborn)

Topics:

●​ Basic plotting with Matplotlib

●​ Statistical visualizations with Seaborn
●​ Customizing visualizations
●​ Choosing the right visualization type

Resources:

1.​Matplotlib Tutorial by Corey Schafer

2.​Data Visualization with Seaborn - Kaggle Learn

Project: COVID-19 Data Visualization

●​ Use COVID-19 Dataset from Kaggle

●​ Create various visualizations to show trends and patterns
●​ Build a comprehensive visualization dashboard with Matplotlib
and Seaborn

Networking:

●​ Share your visualizations on LinkedIn

●​ Connect with 3 data visualization specialists
●​ Join a data visualization community (like #DataViz on Twitter)

Job Preparation:

●​ Add data visualization skills to your resume

●​ Update your GitHub with visualization examples
●​ Research roles focusing on data visualization

Interview Prep:

●​ Practice explaining which charts to use for different scenarios

●​ Create a 5-minute presentation of your COVID data analysis
Week 10: Power BI Fundamentals

Topics:

●​ Power BI Desktop interface

●​ Importing and transforming data
●​ Creating basic visualizations
●​ Building interactive dashboards

Resources:

1.​Power BI Tutorial for Beginners by Leila Gharani

2.​Microsoft Power BI Learning Path

Project: Sales Performance Dashboard

●​ Download Power BI Desktop

●​ Create a comprehensive sales dashboard with multiple
visualizations
●​ Add interactive filters and drill-down capabilities

Networking:

●​ Connect with 3 Power BI professionals

●​ Share your dashboard on LinkedIn
●​ Join Power BI user groups

Job Preparation:

●​ Add Power BI to your resume

●​ Research companies using Power BI
●​ Look for job postings specifically mentioning Power BI

Interview Prep:

●​ Practice Power BI case study scenarios

●​ Prepare to explain DAX formulas and their purpose

Week 11: Tableau Fundamentals

Topics:
 ●​ Tableau Public interface
●​ Connecting to data sources
●​ Creating worksheets and dashboards
●​ Advanced visualization techniques

Resources:

1.​Tableau for Beginners by Alex The Analyst

2.​Tableau Public Free Training Videos

Project: Customer Analytics Dashboard

●​ Download Tableau Public

●​ Create a customer segmentation dashboard
●​ Include geographic visualizations and customer behavior
metrics

Networking:

●​ Share your Tableau visualizations

●​ Connect with 3 Tableau professionals
●​ Join Tableau user communities

Job Preparation:

●​ Add Tableau to your resume

●​ Research companies using Tableau
●​ Compare job listings for Power BI vs. Tableau skills

Interview Prep:

●​ Practice explaining the differences between Tableau and

Power BI
●​ Prepare to demonstrate creating a simple visualization in
Tableau

Week 12: Advanced PowerBI/Tableau

Topics:
 ●​ DAX formulas in Power BI
●​ Calculated fields in Tableau
●​ Advanced dashboard design principles
●​ Storytelling with data

Resources:

1.​DAX Formula Tutorials by SQLBI

2.​Tableau Advanced Concepts by Andy Kriebel

Project: Business Intelligence Dashboard

●​ Choose either Power BI or Tableau based on your preference

●​ Create an executive-level dashboard with advanced metrics
and KPIs
●​ Incorporate storytelling elements and guided analysis

Networking:

●​ Share your advanced dashboard on LinkedIn

●​ Connect with 3 BI specialists or data visualization experts
●​ Ask for feedback on your dashboard from a community forum

Job Preparation:

●​ Update your resume with advanced visualization skills

●​ Research Business Intelligence Analyst roles
●​ Start preparing a portfolio of your visualization work

Interview Prep:

●​ Practice dashboard case studies (like "Design a sales

dashboard for X company")
●​ Prepare to explain how your dashboards drove business
decisions

Week 13: Advanced Statistics for Data Analysis

Topics:
 ●​ Hypothesis testing
●​ A/B testing methodology
●​ Regression analysis basics
●​ Statistical significance

Resources:

1.​Statistical Hypothesis Testing by StatQuest

2.​A/B Testing Course by Google on Udacity

Project: A/B Test Analysis

●​ Use A/B Testing Dataset from Kaggle

●​ Design and analyze an A/B test
●​ Create a report with methodology, analysis, and
recommendations

Networking:

●​ Share your A/B testing project findings

●​ Connect with 3 data scientists or statisticians
●​ Join statistics or experimentation communities

Job Preparation:

●​ Add statistical analysis skills to your resume

●​ Research companies with data-driven experimentation
cultures
●​ Look for roles that mention A/B testing or hypothesis testing

Interview Prep:

●​ Practice explaining p-values and statistical significance to

non-technical people
●​ Prepare answers to "How would you design an A/B test for
X?"

Week 14: Python for Business Analysis

Topics:
 ●​ Time series analysis basics
●​ Customer segmentation techniques
●​ Cohort analysis
●​ Churn prediction fundamentals

Resources:

1.​Business Analytics with Python by Keith Galli

2.​Customer Analytics in Python - DataCamp Interactive Course

Project: Customer Segmentation Analysis

●​ Use E-commerce Customer Behavior Dataset from Kaggle

●​ Perform RFM (Recency, Frequency, Monetary) analysis
●​ Create customer segments and provide business
recommendations

Networking:

●​ Share your customer segmentation approach on LinkedIn

●​ Connect with 3 business analysts or marketing analysts
●​ Join a business analytics community

Job Preparation:

●​ Update your resume with business analysis skills

●​ Research companies looking for analytical marketing
specialists
●​ Look for job postings mentioning customer analytics

Interview Prep:

●​ Practice explaining how you would approach customer

segmentation
●​ Prepare answers to "How would you measure customer
lifetime value?"

Phase 3: Advanced Skills and Job Hunting (Weeks

15-24)
Week 15: Introduction to Machine Learning

Topics:

●​ Supervised vs. unsupervised learning

●​ Classification and regression
●​ Model evaluation metrics
●​ Scikit-learn basics

Resources:

1.​Machine Learning Crash Course by Google

2.​Scikit-learn Tutorial by Data School

Project: Predictive Model Building

●​ Use House Prices Dataset from Kaggle

●​ Build and evaluate a regression model to predict house prices
●​ Document your approach and model performance

Networking:

●​ Connect with 3 data scientists or ML engineers

●​ Share your first machine learning project
●​ Join ML communities or forums

Job Preparation:

●​ Add basic machine learning to your resume

●​ Research companies using ML for business decisions
●​ Look for roles bridging data analysis and data science

Interview Prep:

●​ Practice explaining the difference between classification and

regression
●​ Prepare answers to "How would you evaluate a machine
learning model?"

Week 16: Advanced SQL and Database Concepts

Topics:

●​ Window functions
●​ Advanced JOINs and subqueries
●​ Performance optimization
●​ Database design principles

Resources:

1.​Advanced SQL Window Functions by Mode Analytics

2.​PostgreSQL Advanced Features by Amigoscode

Project: Complex Database Analysis

●​ Set up a PostgreSQL database

●​ Implement complex SQL queries with window functions
●​ Analyze e-commerce data with advanced SQL techniques

Networking:

●​ Share interesting SQL findings or techniques

●​ Connect with 3 database specialists or SQL experts
●​ Ask a complex SQL question in a forum and engage in
discussion

Job Preparation:

●​ Update your resume with advanced SQL skills

●​ Research database analyst positions
●​ Add your complex SQL queries to GitHub

Interview Prep:

●​ Practice advanced SQL problems on LeetCode

●​ Prepare to explain when to use window functions vs. GROUP
BY

Week 17: ETL and Data Pipeline Concepts

Topics:
 ●​ Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) processes
●​ Data workflow automation
●​ Data quality assessment
●​ Basic data engineering concepts

Resources:

1.​ETL Tutorial by Simplilearn

2.​Building Data Pipelines with Python by Real Python

Project: ETL Pipeline Development

●​ Create a simple ETL pipeline using Python

●​ Extract data from multiple sources, transform it, and load it
into a database
●​ Automate the pipeline with scheduling

Networking:

●​ Connect with 3 data engineers

●​ Share your ETL project on LinkedIn
●​ Join data engineering communities

Job Preparation:

●​ Add ETL and data pipeline skills to your resume

●​ Research data analyst roles with ETL responsibilities
●​ Look for companies with data-intensive operations

Interview Prep:

●​ Practice explaining ETL processes and their importance

●​ Prepare answers to "How would you ensure data quality in an
ETL pipeline?"

Week 18: Advanced Excel Techniques for Business

Topics:

●​ Power Query for data transformation

 ●​ Power Pivot and data modeling
●​ DAX measures in Excel
●​ Advanced Excel dashboards

Resources:

1.​Power Query & Power Pivot Tutorial by Leila Gharani

2.​Advanced Excel Dashboard Techniques by Excel Campus

Project: Financial Analysis Dashboard

●​ Download a Financial Dataset from Kaggle

●​ Create an advanced financial analysis dashboard in Excel
●​ Use Power Query to clean and transform data, Power Pivot for
analysis

Networking:

●​ Share your Excel dashboard on LinkedIn

●​ Connect with 3 financial analysts or Excel experts
●​ Ask for feedback on your dashboard from the Excel
community

Job Preparation:

●​ Update your resume with advanced Excel skills

●​ Research financial analyst positions
●​ Look for companies that heavily rely on Excel

Interview Prep:

●​ Practice Excel case studies for financial analysis

●​ Prepare to explain how Power Query improves data workflows

Week 19: Dashboard Design and Data Storytelling

Topics:

●​ Dashboard design principles

●​ Effective data visualization techniques
 ●​ Storytelling with data
●​ Presenting insights to stakeholders

Resources:

1.​Data Storytelling by Storytelling with Data

2.​Effective Dashboard Design by Luke Stanke

Project: Executive Dashboard Redesign

●​ Take a poorly designed dashboard example

●​ Redesign it following best practices
●​ Create a presentation explaining your design choices

Networking:

●​ Share your dashboard redesign on LinkedIn

●​ Connect with 3 data visualization experts
●​ Join design-focused data communities

Job Preparation:

●​ Add data storytelling to your skills section

●​ Research companies with design-focused cultures
●​ Look for roles mentioning presentation skills

Interview Prep:

●​ Prepare a 5-minute presentation of a data story

●​ Practice explaining why certain design choices are effective

Week 20: Industry-Specific Analytics

Topics:

●​ Choose an industry (retail, healthcare, finance, etc.)

●​ Industry-specific metrics and KPIs
●​ Domain-specific analytical approaches
●​ Industry data sources and tools
Resources:

1.​Industry Analytics Tutorials by 365 Data Science

2.​Specific industry webinars by TDWI

Project: Industry Analysis Dashboard

●​ Choose an industry and obtain relevant data

●​ Create an industry-focused dashboard with domain-specific
metrics
●​ Include industry benchmarks and comparisons

Networking:

●​ Connect with 3 data analysts in your chosen industry

●​ Join industry-specific analytics groups
●​ Share your industry analysis on LinkedIn

Job Preparation:

●​ Update your resume with industry-specific knowledge

●​ Research companies in your chosen industry
●​ Tailor your portfolio to highlight relevant skills

Interview Prep:

●​ Practice answering industry-specific analytics questions

●​ Prepare to explain why certain metrics matter in that industry

Week 21: Advanced Portfolio Project

Topics:

●​ End-to-end data analysis project

●​ Combining multiple skills (SQL, Python, visualization)
●​ Documentation and presentation
●​ GitHub portfolio optimization

Resources:
 1.​Building a Data Science Portfolio by Ken Jee
2.​GitHub Portfolio Guide by The Come Up

Project: Comprehensive Business Analysis

●​ Choose a complex business problem

●​ Conduct end-to-end analysis using multiple tools
●​ Create a GitHub repository with documentation
●​ Develop a presentation for stakeholders

Networking:

●​ Share your comprehensive project on LinkedIn

●​ Ask for feedback from professionals in your network
●​ Connect with 3 senior data analysts

Job Preparation:

●​ Update your resume with your comprehensive project

●​ Polish your GitHub portfolio
●​ Create a personal website or online portfolio (optional)

Interview Prep:

●​ Practice presenting your project in different time formats

(2-min, 5-min, 10-min)
●​ Prepare to explain your approach, challenges, and results

Week 22: Resume Building and Job Search Strategy

Topics:

●​ Finalizing your data analyst resume

●​ Creating a compelling LinkedIn profile
●​ Job search strategies and platforms
●​ Tailoring applications to specific roles

Resources:

1.​Data Analyst Resume Guide by Alex The Analyst

 2.​Job Search Strategy by Danny Bain

Project: Application Materials Development

●​ Create multiple versions of your resume for different roles

●​ Develop a cover letter template
●​ Optimize your LinkedIn profile
●​ Set up job alerts on multiple platforms

Networking:

●​ Connect with 5 recruiters specializing in data roles

●​ Engage with company posts in your target list
●​ Attend a virtual networking event or webinar

Job Preparation:

●​ Apply to 3-5 positions as practice

●​ Research salary ranges for data analyst roles
●​ Create a system to track applications

Interview Prep:

●​ Review common data analyst interview questions

●​ Practice your elevator pitch for "Tell me about yourself"

Week 23: Technical Interview Preparation

Topics:

●​ SQL interview questions and challenges

●​ Excel and visualization case studies
●​ Python coding challenges
●​ Data analysis case studies

Resources:

1.​Data Analyst Interview Questions by DataLemur

2.​SQL Interview Prep by Data Interview Pro
Project: Mock Interview Preparation

●​ Find 10 common case study scenarios

●​ Prepare solutions and practice presenting them
●​ Create a document with responses to common technical
questions

Networking:

●​ Ask for a mock interview from a connection

●​ Share your interview preparation approach on LinkedIn
●​ Connect with 3 recently hired data analysts

Job Preparation:

●​ Apply to 5-10 positions aligned with your skills

●​ Fine-tune your resume based on job descriptions
●​ Research companies before applying

Interview Prep:

●​ Practice technical questions on interview platforms

●​ Prepare questions to ask interviewers
●​ Set up your environment for virtual interviews

Week 24: Behavioral Interview Preparation and Long-term Career

Planning

Topics:

●​ Behavioral interview questions

●​ STAR method for answering questions
●​ Negotiation basics
●​ Continuous learning plan

Resources:

1.​Behavioral Interview Preparation by Dan Croitor

2.​Career Planning for Data Professionals by Alex The Analyst
Project: Future Learning Roadmap

●​ Create a 1-year learning plan for post-hire

●​ Identify advanced skills to develop
●​ Plan for potential certifications
●​ Set career milestones

Networking:

●​ Connect with 3 senior data professionals

●​ Join professional organizations for data analysts
●​ Set up regular coffee chats with mentors

Job Preparation:

●​ Continue applying to 5-10 targeted positions weekly

●​ Follow up on previous applications
●​ Prepare for different interview stages

Interview Prep:

●​ Practice salary negotiation scenarios

●​ Prepare answers to "Where do you see yourself in 5 years?"
●​ Role-play interviews with a friend or mentor

Setting Up Essential Accounts

LinkedIn Profile Setup

1.​Go to LinkedIn.com and click "Join now"

2.​Fill in your information and create an account
3.​Add a professional photo (headshot with neutral background)
4.​Write a compelling headline (e.g., "Aspiring Data Analyst |
Excel & SQL Specialist | Business Intelligence Enthusiast")
5.​Create a summary that tells your story and mentions your
transition into data analysis
6.​Add your education, previous work experience, and skills
7.​Tutorial: LinkedIn Profile Optimization by Josh Braun
GitHub Account Setup

1.​Go to GitHub.com and click "Sign up"

2.​Choose a username related to your professional identity
3.​Complete the registration process
4.​Set up your profile with a photo and bio
5.​Create a README.md for your profile
6.​Tutorial: GitHub Profile Setup by ForrestKnight

Kaggle Account Setup

1.​Go to Kaggle.com and click "Register"

2.​Create an account using your email or Google account
3.​Complete your profile with a photo and bio
4.​Join competitions and datasets relevant to data analysis
5.​Tutorial: Getting Started with Kaggle by Ken Jee

Power BI Account

1.​Go to PowerBI.com
2.​Click "Sign up free"
3.​Use your email to create a Microsoft account if you don't have
one
4.​Download Power BI Desktop for creating reports
5.​Tutorial: Power BI Setup by Guy in a Cube

Tableau Public Account

1.​Go to public.tableau.com
2.​Click "Create a Profile"
3.​Fill in your information and create an account
4.​Download Tableau Public desktop application
5.​Tutorial: Getting Started with Tableau Public by Andy Kriebel

Weekly Learning Schedule Template (4 hours/day)

Weekday Breakdown:

●​ Hour 1: Learn new concepts (videos, tutorials)

 ●​ Hour 2: Practice exercises and implementation
●​ Hour 3: Project work
●​ Hour 4: Networking, job prep, and interview practice

Weekend Recommendation:

●​ Review the week's learning

●​ Complete unfinished project work
●​ Extra networking and portfolio building

Important Notes:
1.​Adapt as needed: Adjust the pace based on your learning
speed and prior knowledge
2.​Project building: Always focus on quality over quantity for
portfolio pieces
3.​Version control: Use Git/GitHub for all your projects from the
beginning
4.​Document everything: Add detailed README files to all
projects explaining your process
5.​Regular practice: Consistent daily study is more effective
than cramming
6.​Community involvement: Active participation in data
communities accelerates learning
7.​Feedback loop: Regularly seek feedback on your projects
and resume
8.​Track progress: Keep a learning journal to document your
growth