Python Fundamentals for Data Science (TTPS4874)

About This Course:

Geared for scientists and engineers with limited practical programming background or experience, Python Fundamentals for Data Science is a hands-on introductory-level course that provides you with a ramp-up to using Python for scientific and mathematical computing. Working in a hands-on learning environment with Jupyter notebooks, you'll learn basic Python scripting skills and concepts, as well as the most important Python modules for working with data, from arrays, to statistics, to plotting results.

Throughout the course, guided by our expert instructor, you'll gain a robust skill set that will equip you to make data-driven decisions and elevate operational efficiencies within your organization. You'll explore data manipulation with Pandas, advanced data visualization using Matplotlib, and numerical analysis with NumPy. You'll also delve into best practices for error and exception handling, modular programming techniques, and automated workflow development, equipping you with the skill set to enhance both the effectiveness and efficiency of your data-driven projects.

Course Objectives:

• Core Python Proficiency: By the close of the course, participants will have a firm grasp on the foundational elements of Python, such as variables, data types, and flow control, empowering them to write scripts and build simple programs with confidence.

• Analytical Problem-Solving: Utilizing libraries such as NumPy and SciPy, students will develop the ability to perform complex mathematical operations and statistical analyses, significantly amplifying their analytical capabilities for tasks such as data modeling or optimization problems.

• Data Manipulation Mastery: By the end of the course, participants will be proficient in employing Pandas to clean, transform, and analyze data sets, enabling them to make data-driven decisions effectively.

• Automated Workflow Development: Students will acquire the ability to construct automated scripts using Python's Standard Library, optimizing repetitive tasks and thereby enhancing operational efficiency in their organizations.

• Advanced Data Visualization: Upon course completion, learners will be equipped to utilize Matplotlib and other Python libraries to craft intricate visual representations of data, facilitating clearer and more impactful reporting and presentations.

• Error-Resilient Coding: Attendees will learn best practices for implementing robust error and exception handling techniques, leading to the creation of more stable and secure Python applications.

• Modular Programming Proficiency: By mastering Python functions, modules, and packages, students will be adept at developing modular and maintainable code, a key skill for scalability and collaborative programming projects.

Audience:

• This introductory-level course is geared for technical professionals new to Python. Roles include data analysts, developers, engineers or anyone tasked with utilizing Python for data analytics tasks. Familiarity with basic scripting skills is recommended, as this course does not teach general scripting basics.

Prerequisites:

• Familiarity with basic scripting skills is recommended, as this course does not teach general scripting basics.