In this first course of the Python, Bash and SQL Essentials for Data Engineering Specialization, you will learn how to set up a version-controlled Python working environment which can utilize third party libraries. You will learn to use Python and the powerful Pandas library for data analysis and manipulation. Additionally, you will also be introduced to Vim and Visual Studio Code, two popular tools for writing software. This course is valuable for beginning and intermediate students in order to begin transforming and manipulating data as a data engineer.
Introduction to Data in Python: Pandas and Alternatives
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Skills You'll Learn
Vim, Python Programming, Pandas, Visual Studio Code, Data Structure
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NI
Oct 21, 2022
Great course! I wish they put introduction to VS code in the first week, so that all work can be done there, but othewise, a good beginner course.
BZ
Mar 9, 2023
The lessons were laid out well and were easy to follow. I enjoyed how the labs reinforced the material that was covered.
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Data in Python: Pandas and Alternatives
This week, you will learn how to load data into a Pandas DataFrame and write statements to select columns and rows from a DataFrame. Additionally, you will apply comparison and boolean operators as a method of selecting data.
Taught By
Kennedy Behrman
Senior Data Engineer
Alfredo Deza
Senior Content Engineer
Noah Gift
Executive in Residence and Founder of Pragmatic AI Labs
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