Data analytics or Web developer
Posted by Status_Status_225@reddit | learnprogramming | View on Reddit | 17 comments
Which is best for freshers??
Posted by Status_Status_225@reddit | learnprogramming | View on Reddit | 17 comments
Which is best for freshers??
Outrageous_Duck3227@reddit
neither is "best" just pick what you enjoy more and actually finish projects, but yeah getting any dev job now is pain
Status_Status_225@reddit (OP)
Job matters to me not interest or enjoyment
Brawkoli@reddit
Lots of different things motivate people to get a specific job.
Now that we know intellectual curiosity is not a motivator…
Which motivates you the most: Earnings Prestige/Recognition Perks/Benefits Work/Life balance
If it is purely earnings that represents a great opportunity for you find out which one is for you.
My hypothesis is that data analytics has better earnings potential, especially in quant fields. But the great news is that this field requires you to learn the skills needed to prove or disprove this claim.
So not only do you get to learn the skills needed, you can even use the results of your training model to make an informed decision yourself.
It’s a win win!
Ristler@reddit
This is the issue
BeginningOne8195@reddit
It really depends on what you enjoy more. Web dev is usually easier to get into as a fresher and you can start building projects quickly. Data analytics can take a bit more time because of stats and tools, but it’s also a strong field long term.
If you’re unsure, try small projects in both and see which one you actually enjoy working on.
Status_Status_225@reddit (OP)
I am a backend dev , not getting job as fresher
k1v1uq@reddit
Want to get closer to money and decision-making then Data Analytics else web-dev. Want to get closer to money then combine visualization, data analytics (like PCA) and presentation. Depends on the domain. You could be doing Data Analytics at CERN and never touch money or analyze machine data and never touch money. But data is traditionally more integrated into decision-making than web dev. All depends on your interests, if you like tinkering with data, already understand linear algebra and statistics... Stat Squash level understanding... you have more career options looking forward in data analytics. But with AI looming everything has become more uncertain. Backend is a little bit less vulnerable but at the current pace?? Now, we are not only competing again national and international workers for jobs, they added AI to the mix. So the question is AI + (Web | Backnd | Stats)
ElegantPoet3386@reddit
This is like asking “Should I be a doctor or an engineer?”. Theyre 2 completely different careers.
What coding experience do you have so far?
HasFiveVowels@reddit
I’d say it’s more like being a Physician vs being a Dentist but your point stands
Status_Status_225@reddit (OP)
Backend dev but interview calls ,ghosted etc
Zaidufais@reddit
Is the term "freshers" exclusively Indian? I see that it's noted as "British slang" but I don't think I've ever heard a person from the UK use the term (I'm not talking to many of them though). I don't think I've ever seen it in any other regions either.
Dry-Hamster-5358@reddit
There’s no real “best” it depends on what you enjoy more
Web dev usually has more entry level opportunities and faster feedback since you can build and see things quickly
Data analytics is good too, but sometimes it needs a bit more setup and patience before it clicks. If you’re unsure, try small projects in both and see what you actually like doing day to day.
Major_Fang@reddit
Data easier barrier of entry. Web dev if you can really do it well/like it enough.
If you have the time to prepare and aren't pressed for money I would go all in on web dev
borkus@reddit
A big part of data analytics is communication with decision makers.
I’ve seen people who are good at analytics and communication do extremely well in their careers. I’ve even seen people who are good at communication only do well. Analytics alone not so much.
TripleTenTech@reddit
Data analytics is great if you enjoy finding patterns in numbers and explaining "why" things happen to help businesses make decisions. Web development is better if you prefer building tangible products, like websites or apps, and want to see your work come to life visually.
NationsAnarchy@reddit
Need more context for such a broad question like this
Status_Status_225@reddit (OP)
Already backend developer but not interested in DSA and not even getting jobs