EP 24: Redefining Data Science in the Generative AI Era

Join host Sam as he explores how generative AI is reshaping data science with Claire Longo, a seasoned data scientist and AI researcher. From the shift from feature engineering to prompt engineering, to the evolution of data cleaning and the importance of statistical thinking in the age of LLMs, Claire shares practical insights for navigating this rapidly changing field. Key Topics: How generative AI is transforming data scientist roles The shift from traditional models to LLMs and what it means for practitioners Why prompt engineering is becoming crucial for data scientists The future of explainability vs. auditability in AI systems Essential skills for aspiring data scientists in the generative AI era Claire also discusses exciting future breakthroughs, including world models in AI development, and shares advice for building resilience and adaptability in this evolving landscape. Guest: Claire Longo - Data Scientist & AI Researcher Connect with Claire: Personal Website: https://statisticianinstilettos.com/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@StatisticianInStilettos #DataScience #GenerativeAI #MachineLearning #LLM #PromptEngineering #StatisticalThinking