Comptia Data+ Study Guide - (Sybex Study Guide) 2nd Edition by Mike Chapple & Sharif Nijim (Paperback)

About the Book

"This study guide aims to prepare you for the Data+ exam by offering focused information on data and analytics. It provides sufficient detail for exam preparation without overwhelming you with extraneous content. Each chapter includes review questions to simulate the exam experience. If you're already a data professional, use these questions to assess your knowledge and then focus on areas where you need to improve. A score of 90% or higher on chapter review questions indicates readiness to move on; otherwise, reread the chapter and reattempt the questions"-- Provided by publisher.

Book Synopsis

Prepare for the CompTIA Data+ exam, as well as a new career in data science, with this effective study guide

In the newly revised second edition of CompTIA Data+ Study Guide: Exam DA0-002, veteran IT professionals Mike Chapple and Sharif Nijim provide a powerful, one-stop resource for anyone planning to pursue the CompTIA Data+ certification and go on to an exciting new career in data science. The authors walk you through the info you need to succeed on the exam and in your first day at a data science-focused job.

Complete with two online practice tests, this book comprehensively covers every objective tested by the updated DA0-002 exam, including databases and data acquisition, data quality, data analysis and statistics, data visualization, and data governance.

You'll also find:

• Efficient and comprehensive content, helping you get up-to-speed as quickly as possible
• Bite-size chapters that break down essential topics into manageable and accessible lessons
• Complimentary access to Sybex' famous online learning environment, with practice questions, a complete glossary of common industry terminology, hundreds of flashcards, and more

A practical and hands-on pathway to the CompTIA Data+ certification, as well as a new career in data science, the CompTIA Data+ Study Guide, Second Edition, offers the foundational knowledge, skills, and abilities you need to get started in an exciting and rewarding new career.

From the Back Cover

Your comprehensive guide to preparing for the CompTIA^(R) Data+^(R) exam

The CompTIA^(R) Data+^(R) Study Guide, Second Edition is your one-stop resource for complete coverage of the newly updated DA0-002 exam. This Sybex Study Guide covers all of the DA0-002 domain competencies. Prepare for the exam faster and smarter with Sybex thanks to authoritative content including, assessment tests that validate and measure exam readiness, objective maps, real-world examples and scenarios, practical exercises, and chapter review questions. Reinforce and remember what you've learned with the Sybex online learning environment and test bank, accessible across multiple devices. Get prepared for the CompTIA^(R) Data+ exam with Sybex.

Coverage of 100% of all exam objectives in this Study Guide means you'll be ready for:

• Data Concepts and Environments
• Data Acquisition and Preparation
• Data Analysis
• Visualization and Reporting
• Data Governance

ABOUT THE COMPTIA^(R) DATA+^(R) CERTIFICATION

The CompTIA^(R) Data+^(R) certification validates skills required to translate business requirements in support of data-driven decisions by acquiring, preparing, and transforming data; using industry-standard tools and emerging technologies to create appropriate reports and visualizations; and applying basic statistical methods to analyze complex data sets while adhering to governance and quality standards throughout the entire data life cycle.

Interactive learning environment

Take your exam prep to the next level with Sybex's superior interactive online study tools. To access our learning environment, simply visit www.wiley.com/ go/sybextestprep, register your book to receive your unique PIN, and instantly gain one year of FREE access after activation to:

• Interactive test bank with 2 practice exams to help you identify areas where further review is needed. Get more than 90% of the answers correct, and you're ready to take the certification exam.
• 100 electronic flashcards to reinforce learning and last-minute prep before the exam.
• Comprehensive glossary in PDF format gives you instant access to the key terms so you are fully prepared.

About the Author

ABOUT THE AUTHORS

Mike Chapple, PhD, is Teaching Professor of IT, Analytics, and Operations at the University of Notre Dame. He's a technology professional and educator with over 20 years of experience. Mike provides certification resources at his website, CertMike.com.

Sharif Nijim is an Associate Teaching Professor of IT, Analytics, and Operations at Notre Dame's Mendoza College of Business, where he also serves as the Academic Co-Director of the Master of Science in Business Analytics program.