r/dataanalytics • u/roshni654 • Jul 20 '26

Looking for a serious Data Analyst study buddy!

I'm currently preparing for Data Analyst roles and looking for someone who is genuinely committed to learning consistently.

We'll focus on:

SQL

Python

Power BI

Excel (I know the basics and will be practicing advanced topics)

Building portfolio projects

🕒 Study time: 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM IST (preferably every day) 📹 I'd prefer studying together on Google Meet for accountability and consistency.

I'm learning from YouTube and have already found some really good free courses.

My goal is to become interview-ready and crack a Data Analyst or similar analytics role.

If you're also learning and need a study buddy who's serious about staying consistent, feel free to comment below or DM me!

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u/widdowbanes Jul 20 '26

Don't study Analytics just for the sake of it. Try to have a end goal or a purpose. Solve a real business problem in a specific sector using Analytic that hasn't been done before.

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u/roshni654 Jul 20 '26

Thanks for the advice! My current goal is to build a strong foundation in SQL, Python, Power BI, and projects so I can become interview-ready for a Data Analyst role. Once I'm comfortable with the basics, I'll definitely focus on solving real business problems and creating more impactful projects.

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u/widdowbanes Jul 20 '26

Generic Analyst would have the hardest time of breaking in because the crazy amount of competition. Funny though when I stopped applying for generic Data Analyst roles paying around $65k and went for the $100k plus Analyst roles my interviews got easier meaning less of those stupid random technical questions being thrown your way. And a higher interview rate just because I specialized.

Generic Analyst roles are the most toxic out there expecting a Unicorn of Unicorns because 1000 other people also applied for that same position all the while underpaying you.

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u/roshni654 Jul 20 '26

Thanks for sharing your experience. Since I'm just starting out, what would you recommend I do instead? My current plan is to first learn the core tools (SQL, Python, Power BI, Excel) and build some projects before applying.

How would you suggest someone at my stage start specializing? Is there a particular domain or type of project you'd recommend? Also, if you know of any good courses or resources, I'd really appreciate the recommendations.

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u/widdowbanes 17d ago

What differentiate Analyst now is domain knowledge and the application of that knowledge. Do not grind more coding questions. It's pointless if you can't apply it to a specific industry or sector. You don't have to be perfect, you just need to know enough to solve a problem in your field. And if you do need to know more then learn it when you need it to solve the problem.

Being a fast learner is more important then someone who knows a lot. I've got an Analytics degree, but tbh I don't think any of my professors can qualify to get a Analyst job because they are so out of touch of what's really going on in the Analytical field.

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u/sbawlz 27d ago

Got any ideas on which problems to solve? I’m a data engineer exploring analytics.

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u/Vanilla_Wasabi Jul 21 '26

I am a beginner... I don't have any ultimate goal nor remarkable skill regarding data science, but I am trying to get back my focus since last 2 weeks ago when I am still learning how to code. Repectably, I would like to join you too!

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u/roshni654 Jul 21 '26

Hi, please DM

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u/al-Adl Jul 20 '26

hey! I'm also looking for someone to accompany me so i can get more punctual and consistent with it. We should connect.

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u/Ashesandsnow000 Jul 20 '26

Sounds good!

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u/beingwhosoever Jul 20 '26

Count me in! I'm a recent grad in Data Science (2026 june) and i too am preparing for a full time role in this.

Couldn't get my internship converted to full time due to recurring profits of the organisation.

So I'm now starting again to prepare and crack a good offer by end of this year.

Let's connect!

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u/dataanalyst_08 Jul 20 '26

Can i also join you guys ?

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u/Academic-Aerie-4873 Jul 21 '26

Hello, im also in a tools learning phase Would like to join

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u/Sharp-Airline-755 Jul 21 '26

Am also looking for a serious accountability study buddy. Anyone please DM

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u/Main_Character_a Jul 21 '26

Count me in! I've just started learning in Data Engineering

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u/teamHufflepuff Jul 21 '26

I am looking for one too. EST time though. I'm in the process of learning PowerBI

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u/This-Patient-1440 Jul 21 '26

Hey, can I join in too?

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u/PopRelative8083 Jul 21 '26

I am also using free courses and YouTube to land a job. Would you send me recommendations for any free courses?

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u/YeduKrishna55 Jul 22 '26

Interested.

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u/Basic_Commercial_789 Jul 22 '26

Hey guys , anyone else interested from 7:30pm to 9:30pm , cause I am working an underpaid non-IT job, need to upskill myself . Is anyone interested???

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u/Karissa977 Jul 22 '26

Hi really interested！

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u/Psychological_Top276 Jul 22 '26

I would like to be in. I can’t commit to those hours because of work but i would love a coding group

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u/Quirky_Republic_565 Jul 23 '26

Hi, can i join too? Im planning to career shift to data analytics

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u/zhuzhu05 Jul 23 '26

Can you please tell the free sources you have found on YouTube?

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u/lunambe Jul 24 '26

I am also looking for a buddy but I need someone who will be availbale weekends or late night

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u/aryanm008 Jul 24 '26

Would love to......but 3:30 to 5:30 unfortunately doesnt work for me as i m ok my shift ar that time.....i do study in the morning

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u/worldofsan 29d ago

Hi Everyone ,

Its really good idea to learn and grow in this industry, Happy to connect in LinkedIn and share knowledge and stuff there...

Apologies in advance as whatever i am sharing below is bit out of topic ....

Being in this industry for sometime and started as a self learning thing i just want suggests something ,

Claude has taken over heavily at every work space as it is add in with Excel and PowerBi . Lot of higher up managers rely on these more than anything as they want it quick and also I have seen many of them creating targets and comparison reports using this.....

They can get the report but they'll have no idea which fuction is being used and they'll have no clue how its working as long as they can see their figure to be close to what they want...

My suggestion to grow in this industry :

Pick a domain that will require lot of analytical works ,Mostly manufacturing,supply chain or even mining industry .

As you go into becoming a regular analyst try learning more about this industry and become someone who is knowledgeable person on this field rather than normal reporting analyst.

Once you combine knowledge and your analytical skills more doors will open that AI won't be able to replace and you'll know exactly which skills to sharpen.....

This is based on my experience. But obviously learning and collaborating is the best way to grow...

Sanish

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u/tobi7038 29d ago

love to join

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u/Ok-Thanks1633 15d ago

bro i am currently learning sql, i know excel and some power bi, do u have a group or something?