Advanced Data Applications and Integration

In this module, you’ll build a strong foundation in working with geographic data, an essential skill for mapping patterns, trends, and relationships that numbers alone can’t show. Using the leaflet package, you’ll create interactive maps that go beyond static visuals. You’ll learn how to add markers, layers, and controls that let users explore your data in meaningful ways. Whether you're analyzing locations, tracking movement, or sharing insights with non-technical stakeholders, spatial visualizations can bring your work to life, and this module shows you how to start.

In this module, you’ll learn how to handle large datasets with speed and precision using the data.table package, one of R’s most powerful tools for high-performance data manipulation. You’ll explore techniques that make your code faster and more scalable, especially for complex tasks that push beyond what traditional tools can handle. Through real-world examples and focused practice, you’ll see why data.table is a go-to choice for working data professionals. If you’re dealing with big data, or want to write code that feels sharp and efficient, this module will show you how.

In this module, you’ll take your reporting skills to the next level with advanced features in RMarkdown. You’ll learn how to build dynamic, parameter-driven reports that update automatically as your data changes, saving time and reducing manual effort. From filtering content to customizing outputs, you’ll discover how to create reports that are flexible, reusable, and ready for real-world workflows. If you work with stakeholders, share results, or just want to streamline your reporting process, this module gives you the tools to do it smarter.

In this module, you’ll learn how to work with cloud storage, an essential part of modern data workflows. Using Azure Blob Storage, you’ll practice storing, accessing, and managing data in the cloud. Along the way, you’ll see how cloud-based tools fit into real-world analysis, reporting, and collaboration. Whether you're preparing for larger-scale projects or just want to keep your data work more organized and accessible, this module helps you build the skills to do it with confidence.

In this capstone project, you’ll take on a real-world data challenge that brings together everything you've learned: web scraping, data manipulation, interactive visualizations, and dynamic reporting. You’ll also create a polished, professional GitHub portfolio to showcase your work. Capstones can feel like a lot, and that’s completely normal. You’ll have support along the way, and by the end, you’ll walk away with something you can be proud of, and share with confidence.