Duke University
Data Science with NumPy, Sets, and Dictionaries
Duke University

Data Science with NumPy, Sets, and Dictionaries

Genevieve M. Lipp
Nick Eubank
Kyle Bradbury

Instructors: Genevieve M. Lipp

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
3.9

(19 reviews)

Beginner level

Recommended experience

1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

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There is 1 module in this course

This module, you will learn the basics of object oriented programming as well as how to use sets and dictionaries to store and work with data in Python. You will apply these concepts with Python to perform some mathematical operations and analytical tasks, including solving geometric problems with circles and counting words in a document.

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10 videos5 readings4 programming assignments

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