# Introduction to Data Science

## Lesson Objectives

1. Intros
1. What is Data Science?

## Intros

1. Here's a bit about me
1. This class can be about networking, too!  Tell us about yourself!
    - What is Your Name?
    - What Brings You To GA?
    - What Are Your Current Activities?

## What is Data Science?

What is it, exactly?

- A set of tools and techniques used to extract useful information from data.
- An interdisciplinary, problem-solving oriented subject

What does it consist of?

- Programming skills
- Math and Statistics knowledge
- Business acumen (substantive expertise)
- Communication Skills

![venn diagram](https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5150aec6e4b0e340ec52710a/t/51525c33e4b0b3e0d10f77ab/1364352052403/Data_Science_VD.png)