Decoding Data Science Upskilling: Insights From 5 Years of Data Science Projects at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2019-2023

Many teams prioritized data visualization, such as dashboards and visualization tools to support decision making, indicating opportunities for additional infrastructure and training in this area. We observed increasing use of AI and ML, suggesting a need for staff upskilling in these domains. Optimally leveraging data science technologies will require workforce development strategies and data modernization efforts to keep pace with the rapidly evolving field.