u/Shani-_-

Hi everyone,

I'm currently doing the Codebasics Data Analytics Bootcamp and I'm almost done with the Excel module (on the last exercise).

The problem isn't that I don't want to become a Data Analyst—I'm still committed to it—but I'm finding it difficult to stay engaged while studying alone.

In the past, I mostly studied in groups, so there was always discussion, accountability, and motivation. Now I'm learning solo, and after doing many similar Excel exercises, I feel myself getting bored and losing focus.

Has anyone else experienced this?

A few questions:

* How do you stay motivated and consistent when studying alone?

* Do you have any techniques that helped you avoid burnout or boredom?

* What are your favorite websites to practice Excel, Power BI, SQL, or Python for Data Analytics?

* Where do you find Data Analytics hackathons, case competitions, or data challenges to participate in?

I'd really appreciate any advice or resources from people who have been through this.

Thanks!

I'm a 26-year-old fresher with a B.Tech in AIML and currently looking for full-time opportunities in Data Analytics.

My skills:

* Python

* SQL

* Power BI

* Excel

Right now, I'm struggling to find internships/junior roles and would like to earn something while continuing my job search.

I'm open to:

* Freelancing

* Remote work

* Chat/Email support

* Data entry

* Excel-related work

* Reporting/MIS work

* AI training/data labeling

* Any beginner-friendly online work

For people who started with zero experience, what side hustles would you recommend in 2026 that are realistic and not scams?

Would appreciate any suggestions or platforms that actually work for Indians.

Guys, is it still worth pursuing a Data Analyst role in 2026?

I'm a fresher and honestly feeling a bit lost right now.

My current skills:

Python

SQL

Power BI

Excel

Education:

B.Tech (AIML) – 7.78 CGPA (Tier-3 college) 2023-2026

Polytechnic (CST) – 8.9 CGPA 2020-2023

Class 12 – 59% 2018

Class 10 – 70% 2016

Projects:

Brain Tumor Segmentation using MRI Images (TensorFlow + OpenCV)

2 Data Analytics projects (currently working on a stronger DA project because I've been told my existing ones are too basic)

The problem is that almost every internship or junior Data Analyst role I apply for asks for prior experience. As a fresher, it feels impossible to get that first opportunity.

I genuinely want to know:

Is Data Analytics still a good career path in 2026?

What skills am I missing that companies actually care about?

Should I focus on more projects, certifications, networking, or something else?

Are there any entry-level roles related to Data Analytics that are easier to break into?

If you were in my position today, what would your next 3-6 months look like?

I'm not looking for a high package right now. I just want to get my foot in the door and start gaining experience.

Also, if anyone has suggestions for internships, trainee roles, support roles, operations, MIS Executive, Reporting Analyst, Business Analyst trainee, or other beginner-friendly positions, I'd really appreciate it.

Thanks for reading, and I'd be grateful for any honest advice.

Guys, is it still worth pursuing a Data Analyst role in 2026?

I'm a fresher and honestly feeling a bit lost right now.

My current skills:

Python

SQL

Power BI

Excel

Education:

B.Tech (AIML) – 7.78 CGPA (Tier-3 college) 2023-2026

Polytechnic (CST) – 8.9 CGPA 2020-2023

Class 12 – 59% 2018

Class 10 – 70% 2016

Projects:

Brain Tumor Segmentation using MRI Images (TensorFlow + OpenCV)

2 Data Analytics projects (currently working on a stronger DA project because I've been told my existing ones are too basic)

The problem is that almost every internship or junior Data Analyst role I apply for asks for prior experience. As a fresher, it feels impossible to get that first opportunity.

I genuinely want to know:

Is Data Analytics still a good career path in 2026?

What skills am I missing that companies actually care about?

Should I focus on more projects, certifications, networking, or something else?

Are there any entry-level roles related to Data Analytics that are easier to break into?

If you were in my position today, what would your next 3-6 months look like?

I'm not looking for a high package right now. I just want to get my foot in the door and start gaining experience.

Also, if anyone has suggestions for internships, trainee roles, support roles, operations, MIS Executive, Reporting Analyst, Business Analyst trainee, or other beginner-friendly positions, I'd really appreciate it.

Thanks for reading, and I'd be grateful for any honest advice.

Guys, is it still worth pursuing a Data Analyst role in 2026?

I'm a fresher and honestly feeling a bit lost right now.

My current skills:

Python

SQL

Power BI

Excel

My_qualifications:

B.Tech (AIML) – 7.78 CGPA (Tier-3 college) 2023-2026

Polytechnic (CST) – 8.9 CGPA 2020-2023

Class 12 – 59% 2018

Class 10 – 70% 2016

Projects:

Brain Tumor Segmentation using MRI Images (TensorFlow + OpenCV)

2 Data Analytics projects (currently working on a stronger DA project because I've been told my existing ones are too basic)

The problem is that almost every internship or junior Data Analyst role I apply for asks for prior experience. As a fresher, it feels impossible to get that first opportunity.

I genuinely want to know:

Is Data Analytics still a good career path in 2026?

What skills am I missing that companies actually care about?

Should I focus on more projects, certifications, networking, or something else?

Are there any entry-level roles related to Data Analytics that are easier to break into?

If you were in my position today, what would your next 3-6 months look like?

I'm not looking for a high package right now. I just want to get my foot in the door and start gaining experience.

Also, if anyone has suggestions for internships, trainee roles, support roles, operations, MIS Executive, Reporting Analyst, Business Analyst trainee, or other beginner-friendly positions, I'd really appreciate it.

Thanks for reading, and I'd be grateful for any honest advice.

Guys, is it still worth pursuing a Data Analyst role in 2026?

I'm a fresher and honestly feeling a bit lost right now.

My current skills:

Python

SQL

Power BI

Excel

Education:

B.Tech (AIML) – 7.78 CGPA (Tier-3 college) 2023-2026

Polytechnic (CST) – 8.9 CGPA 2020-2023

Class 12 – 59% 2018

Class 10 – 70% 2016

Projects:

Brain Tumor Segmentation using MRI Images (TensorFlow + OpenCV)

2 Data Analytics projects (currently working on a stronger DA project because I've been told my existing ones are too basic)

The problem is that almost every internship or junior Data Analyst role I apply for asks for prior experience. As a fresher, it feels impossible to get that first opportunity.

I genuinely want to know:

Is Data Analytics still a good career path in 2026?

What skills am I missing that companies actually care about?

Should I focus on more projects, certifications, networking, or something else?

Are there any entry-level roles related to Data Analytics that are easier to break into?

If you were in my position today, what would your next 3-6 months look like?

I'm not looking for a high package right now. I just want to get my foot in the door and start gaining experience.

Also, if anyone has suggestions for internships, trainee roles, support roles, operations, MIS Executive, Reporting Analyst, Business Analyst trainee, or other beginner-friendly positions, I'd really appreciate it.

Thanks for reading, and I'd be grateful for any honest advice.

Guys, what's wrong with the Play Store?

For the last few weeks, everything gets stuck at some percentage. I tried everything shown on YouTube, but nothing changed.

My qualifications is I have recently completed btech. So I wanted to do training course for data analyst.

So can anyone provide whether Ivy Proschool is a good training institute for data analyst or not? If anyone has done any course with them, please share your training experience.

Hey everyone,

How hard is it to get a Data Analyst internship as a fresher right now?

Most roles I see ask for experience or strong projects, which makes it confusing where to start. Is the competition really that tough?

What skills/projects actually help, and how many applications did it take for you?

Would appreciate honest insights 🙏

Hey everyone, I'm in my final year from a Tier 3 college and couldn't sit for placements due to low percentage in HS (59)

I'm thinking of joining Career 247's Data Analytics course but unsure if it's worth it.

Would really appreciate genuine reviews about teaching, projects and placements.

Also open to better alternatives if anyone has suggestions. Thanks!

Hey everyone, I'm in my final year from a Tier 3 college and couldn't sit for placements due to study gap.

I'm thinking of joining Career 247's Data Analytics course but unsure if it's worth it.

Would really appreciate genuine reviews about teaching, projects and placements.

Also open to better alternatives if anyone has suggestions. Thanks!

Hey everyone, I'm in my final year from a Tier 3 college and couldn't sit for placements due to study gap.

I'm thinking of joining Career 247's Data Analytics course but unsure if it's worth it.

Would really appreciate genuine reviews about teaching, projects and placements.

Also open to better alternatives if anyone has suggestions. Thanks!