# How is accounting data used in data science?

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**Created:** [October 12, 2026, 7:34am UTC](https://forum.guvi.in/t/how-is-accounting-data-used-in-data-science/909 "2026-10-12T07:34:10Z")\
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I have some experience with accounting and want to understand how accounting data is used in data science. What are some real-world applications, such as expense forecasting, fraud detection, or financial analysis? Which tools and skills should I learn to get started in this area?