The document discusses the job of a data scientist and what skills are needed to succeed in the role. It notes that data scientists must understand what question they are trying to answer, how to collect and analyze data to find the answer, and how to communicate their results. Key skills mentioned include proficiency in SQL, Python, R, Hadoop and database management as well as the ability to tell stories with data. A good data scientist also has knowledge of web technologies, data visualization, and operating systems.