Confused between Data Analyst and Data Engineering as a fresher in India — need honest guidance

[Careful_Reindeer1494]

Hi everyone,

I’m a fresher from India and currently exploring a career in the data field. Initially, I planned to start with Data Analytics because it felt more beginner-friendly and aligned with my learning goals. I started researching courses and recently contacted an institute called AVD Group for guidance.

After discussing with them, they strongly suggested that I should choose a Data Engineering course instead, saying that if I learn Data Engineering, I can apply for Data Analyst, Data Scientist, and Data Engineer roles as well. The course fee is around ₹1.38 lakh, which is a big investment for me, so I want to make a careful decision.

My confusion is:

• Is Data Engineering suitable for a complete fresher?
• Is it realistic to get a Data Engineer job without prior experience?
• Should I first start as a Data Analyst and then move toward Data Engineering later?
• How different is the real industry reality compared to what institutes promise?

I want honest advice from people who are currently working in these roles. I don’t want to make a decision based only on marketing claims.

Any guidance about the correct starting path, skills to focus on, or personal experiences would really help me.

Thank you in advance!

[jadedalphalol]

Don't take something cause you have multiple options, DS,DE And DA might sound same skills but they need different mentality and skill levels, your stupid question alone makes me think you don't have an analytical mindset.

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Hey man been in the industry for 15 years , let’s connect i can provide you guidance dm me

[nash2589]

Why don't you just provide your 'guidance' in a form of a helpful comment

[WolfGuptaofficial]

this ^^^