Data Science
Artificial Intelligence
Hyperbolic Tangent Activation Function for Neural Networks
Activation functions play an important role in neural networks and deep learning algorithms. A common activation function is the hyperbolic tangent function, which is like the trigonometric tangent function, but defined using a hyperbola rather than a circle.
Data Science
How Much Math Do You Need to Become a Data Scientist?
While data science is built on top of a lot of math, the amount of math required to become a practicing data scientist may be less than you think.
Alumni Stories
Zachary Greenberg: Musician To Data Scientist
“It’s crazy for me to think about where I am now from where I started. It may be a little cliche, but it is that hard work pays off.”
Career Advice
How To Prepare For A Data Science Job Search While In Bootcamp
Don’t wait until graduation to start strategizing your job search! Here’s how to use the time and resources you have while attending your bootcamp to prepare for your data science job search.
Women In Tech
Women In Tech: 4 Grad’s Stories | Women’s History Month
In celebration of Women’s History Month, here are the stories of four recent female Flatiron School grads making waves in the tech industry.
Staff / Coach Features
Jesse Pisel: From Geology Professor To Data Science Curriculum Manager
Jesse Pisel accumulated a bachelor's, a Ph.D., and 15+ years as a geologist in academia before pivoting into tech for a faster-paced work environment.
Admissions
Insider Guide: Flatiron School’s Admissions Assessment
The admissions process for Flatiron School includes an assessment test. Here's insider tips on how to pass the admissions assessment.