What is a data monkey?

A Data Monkey is an informal term for someone who primarily handles data preparation, cleaning, and basic analysis tasks, often using tools like Excel, SQL, or data visualization software. They typically focus on collecting, transforming, and organizing large datasets to support business decisions or more advanced analytics. While the role can be a stepping stone to more technical data positions, it often involves repetitive or manual data processing tasks. The term is sometimes used humorously or self-deprecatingly in data-related fields.