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SQL & Data ManipulationStart here. 3 questions + 2 drills · ~45 min
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A/B Testing & Experimentation5 questions · ~42 min
Common Pitfalls in Experiment ResultsHard

Identify the main pitfalls that can distort A/B test interpretation and explain how to guard against them.

PeekingNovelty EffectSample Ratio MismatchDData Science Software
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Metrics3 questions · ~25 min
Diagnose a Metric Drop After LaunchMedium

Investigate why a key KPI moved the wrong way after a product change and separate signal from noise.

Lagging IndicatorsLeading IndicatorsDiagnosisDData Science Software
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Product Sense4 questions · ~34 min
Define Metrics for New FeaturesMedium

Define a success metric for a new feature that captures real user value, not just raw usage.

MetricsFeature Prioritizationuser valueDData Science Software
Using Data to Influence DecisionsEasy

Share how you used data to shape a business decision, including the analysis, recommendation, and outcome.

User ResearchUser NeedsValue PropositionDData Science Software
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Statistics & Probability5 questions · ~42 min
Explaining P Values ClearlyEasy

Explain what a p-value means, how it relates to statistical significance, and how to describe it clearly to non-technical stakeholders.

CommunicationStatistical SignificanceP-ValuesDData Science Software
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Behavioral & Leadership10 questions · ~85 min
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More topics3 questions · ~25 min
Choice of Validation MethodMedium

Evaluates reasoning behind model evaluation choices

Model Evaluationtechnical depthDData Science Software
Improve Data Pipeline PerformanceMedium

Evaluates pipeline optimization, throughput, and reliability.

data engineeringperformanceDData Science Software
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