This 2-hour long project-based course is an introduction to spreadsheets. We’ll be using Google Sheets in this project, which is the free spreadsheet program offered by Google. With that said, most of the concepts that you will learn in this project will be applicable to other spreadsheet programs, such as Microsoft Excel.
Spreadsheets for Beginners using Google Sheets
Spreadsheets for Beginners using Google Sheets
Instructor: Alex Margos
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2 hours
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Hands-on learning
What you'll learn
Develop an introductory understanding of how spreadsheets work
Build a spreadsheet model to analyze household expenses
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Taught in English
No downloads or installation required
Only available on desktop
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Learn step-by-step
In a video that plays in a split-screen with your work area, your instructor will walk you through these steps:
The Basics - Basic data entry, formatting and calculations
Cell References - Relative and absolute cell references
9 Basic functions
Dealing with error messages
11 Advanced functions
Formatting, conditional formatting, sorting and filtering
Building our expense model
Basic charts to visualize our data
Recommended experience
This is a beginner course and there are no pre-requisites.
Note: A Google account is required to access Google Sheets complete the content.
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Follow along with pre-recorded videos from experts using a unique side-by-side interface.
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Available only on desktop
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AS
4
Reviewed on May 27, 2020
The Guided project is insightful. The best aspect is the side-by-side practise and implementation. It starts with the basics and tends to cover all aspects associated.
SP
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Reviewed on Feb 25, 2022
The project gives great insights into the massive possibilities that spreadsheet offers. I recommend this course to every beginner who wishes to develop a skill in spreadsheets.
TM
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Reviewed on Sep 30, 2020
This has been a wonderful experience learning the core of using excel and google sheets in details, understanding the use of every function and formulas and their application in real world problems
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