Useful Links
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Elite Data Science
A comprehensive guide with 65 free resources for beginners, covering foundational skills, programming, data wrangling, and more [1](https://elitedatascience.com/data-science-resources).
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MIT Open Learning
Explore 10 online data science courses and programs from MIT, ranging from free to paid, introductory to advanced [2](https://curve.mit.edu/10-resources-data-science-mit-open-learning).
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MIT Open Learning - Free Courses
Jumpstart your data science journey with 15 free online courses from MIT, covering topics like linear algebra and matrix theory [3](https://openlearning.mit.edu/news/15-free-mit-data-science-courses).
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Coursera
Offers a wide range of data science courses from top universities and companies, including free and paid options.
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Kaggle
A platform for data science competitions, datasets, and learning resources. Great for hands-on practice and community engagement.
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edX
Provides online courses from top universities, including data science programs and certifications.
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Udacity
Offers nanodegree programs in data science, with a focus on practical skills and real-world projects.
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DataCamp
Interactive learning platform with courses on data science, statistics, and programming.
Northeast U.S. Data Science Conferences
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ODSC East (Boston, MA) — Dates: mid-April (next edition: April 2026, TBA)
Large applied data science conference with hands-on trainings, tutorials, and an expo focused on practical AI and ML.
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PyData NYC (New York, NY) — Dates: early November (next edition: November 2026, TBA)
Community-driven conference on Python, data science, and open-source tooling with talks, tutorials, and sprints.
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Data Science Salon NYC (New York, NY) — Dates: runs twice yearly (next edition: Spring 2026, TBA)
Industry-focused salon covering AI and ML use cases in finance, media, and enterprise analytics.
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NYC Open Data Week (New York, NY) — Dates: early March (next edition: March 2026, TBA)
City-wide week of events showcasing open data, civic tech, and community projects across the five boroughs.
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WiDS Cambridge (Cambridge, MA) — Dates: March (next edition: March 2026, TBA)
Regional Women in Data Science (WiDS) conference featuring research talks, applied sessions, and community networking.
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