Q: Numbers are what a data analyst works with every day, so you want to make sure you're comfortable with math. Having a firm understanding of college algebra is important; you should know how to do things such as interpret and graph different functions as well as work through real life word problems. Knowing multivariable calculus and linear algebra will help as well. To become a data analyst, you'll need to be able to interpret data, which is where statistics comes in. Start with a foundation of high school- or college-level statistics, and then move on to more challenging information that might be required for the job. Mean, median, and mode, as well as standard deviation, are examples of the kinds of statistics concepts you would learn in high school or college. Having a strong grasp of both descriptive and inferential statistics will be helpful as well. While you don't need to be an expert at coding or programming to start off as a data analyst, you should be comfortable doing it on a small level. Start by learning how to use programs such as Python, R, and Java first, and then work your way up to others. SQL programming is another that is common among data analysts. You can take courses online to learn coding and programming. Once you've analyzed your data, you'll need to be able to talk about it with others. Work on being able to explain complicated information in a way that makes non-data analysts understand your findings, and practice using programs that illustrate the data in a visually-helpful way. You should be able to communicate data visually as well as verbally. Understand how to use tools such as ggplot and matplotlib to illustrate your findings. You'll be organizing data and calculating numbers as a data analyst, so you need to be comfortable using Excel. There are many video tutorials online, as well as free sites, that will help teach you all you need to know about using Excel to its full potential. Teaching a computer to come up with predictions or decisions on its own after it has studied data, or machine learning, is important when dealing with data analysis. Look online to find courses you can take that will teach you all you need to know about machine learning, and some of them are even free. To understand machine learning, you'll need to have a foundation in programming and statistics. There are three types of machine learning: supervised learning, unsupervised learning, and reinforcement learning. An example of supervised learning is your email filtering your inbox and putting spam in its own folder. Supervised learning would be when Netflix suggests television shows or movies that you might like, and an example of reinforcement learning is a self-driving car and its ability to see and then adapt to its surroundings.
A: Master college-level algebra. Understand statistics. Work on your coding and programming abilities to be a more appealing candidate. Develop strong communication and presentation skills. Familiarize yourself with Microsoft Excel. Learn about machine learning.

Q: Before touching the cheesecake, thoroughly wash your hands with warm water and soap. Rinse your hands to remove the soap residue and dry them completely. Gently touch the surface of the center of the cheesecake with 1 or 2 fingers. Don't press too hard! You want to check the doneness in the middle of the cake, rather than near the edges. If the surface of the cheesecake has a little bit of give but feels firm, the cake is done. If your finger sinks into the cake or comes away with batter on it, the cake needs more time in the oven. Bake it for another 5 minutes before checking it again.
A: Wash and dry your hands. Use 1 finger to touch the center of the cheesecake. Look for a firm surface.

Q: Most dates happen at night, so opt for an evening showing over a matinee. Furthermore, choose a Friday or Saturday night to go see the movie, since those evenings are considered by most to be date nights. You want to communicate to her that you definitely consider this to be a date. If she agrees to go to a movie on a Friday or Saturday night with you, it's a good sign that she definitely likes you as more than a friend. Her presence alone should boost your courage! Either one of these types of movies will create an atmosphere conducive to putting your arm around a girl. On the other hand, a raunchy comedy or documentary might not create the most romantic atmosphere. Scary movies in particular work well because when people go through frightening things together, even if it's just a movie and not "real," it creates a feeling of closeness. Make sure she likes horror movies before you bring her to one. You want the experience to be fun for her, not literally terrifying. Once the two of you sit down in the theater, check out the seating situation. Are the seats close enough together? Are they comfortable? If you shift your weight around, do the seats make any weird or awkward sounds? Is there an armrest between your seats and, if so, will it get in your way? These are all things to consider. If any of the above-mentioned scenarios seem like they might get in your way or create an awkward moment, wait for a better time. If your shoulders are touching when you sit in your seats, you'll be able to pull the move off seamlessly. The best time to make your move is during a romantic scene or a scary scene during which she might appreciate a little comfort. Avoid trying to put your arm around her a during sex scene, since that could be very awkward and send her the wrong message. Another bad time to try is during a pivotal scene or a climactic one, since your move might be more of a distraction to her than a romantic gesture if she's engrossed in the film. You will probably be feeling pretty nervous, but try not to show it. If you are visibly stressed out, your date will probably start feeling the same way, which is not an ideal situation for this. Try to breathe slowly and evenly and keep your demeanor calm. Mentally remind yourself to relax every now and then, if you need to. Avoid fidgeting, which communicates that you're anxious. To pull this off smoothly, you should also try to make the move feel spontaneous to her (even if you planned every detail). If it feels planned out and forced when you put your arm around her, she'll notice and it will probably create an awkward, uncomfortable atmosphere.
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Go on a Friday or Saturday night. Pick a romantic or scary movie. Make sure the seating will accommodate your move. Choose the right moment. Be calm and casual.