What is Data Science ?
At its core, data science is about uncovering truth from data to make the world better. In our community, we see data science as a practical and creative process shaped by two powerful dimensions: the Domain we operate in, and the Realm through which we approach our work.
Domains
Fields/industries where data science is applied.
Healthcare
Education
Finance
Construction
Agriculture
Energy
Climate
Government
While domains are distinct, projects often draw inspiration from multiple fields.
Realms
Modes of thinking in data science — best viewed as a blended spectrum.
Physical
Logical
Emotional / Visual
| Realm | Description | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Physical | Hardware, networking, raw data | Sensors, databases, infrastructure |
| Logical | Programming, modeling, analytics | Python, SQL, ML pipelines |
| Emotional / Visual | Storytelling & insight | Dashboards, presentations, visualizations |
Think of realms like colors that blend — most projects touch all three.