Data Science, and Especially Machine Learning, Top Skills for Freelancers

Data science is the fastest growing category, and machine learning tops the list of fastest growing skills for freelance workers, according to a new study by Upwork. In its new report, The Upwork Skills Index, Upwork identifies the top 20 skills desired in the freelance market. The index is part of a quarterly series that Upwork, the largest freelancing website, publishes. The index calculates growth rates based on freelancer billings through Upwork in the third quarter 2016 versus the third quarter 2015. "The freelance workfore is the best indicator of new skill trends," noted Upwork CEO Stephane Kasriel.