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Python for Data Science: Hands-on Technical Overview (TTPS4873)

4.6 out of 5 rating Last updated 14/11/2024   English

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Duration

2 Days

12 CPD hours

Overview

This course is approximately 50% hands-on, combining expert lecture, real-world demonstrations and group discussions with machine-based practical labs and exercises. Our engaging instructors and mentors are highly experienced practitioners who bring years of current 'on-the-job' experience into every classroom. Throughout the hands-on course students, will learn to leverage Python scripting for data science (to a basic level) using the most current and efficient skills and techniques.
Working in a hands-on learning environment, guided by our expert team, attendees will learn about and explore (to a basic level):
How to work with Python interactively in web notebooks
The essentials of Python scripting
Key concepts necessary to enter the world of Data Science via Python

Description

This course introduces data analysts and business analysts (as well as anyone interested in Data Science) to the Python programming language, as it's often used in Data Science in web notebooks. This goal of this course is to provide students with a baseline understanding of core concepts that can serve as a platform of knowledge to follow up with more in-depth training and real-world practice.

An Overview of Python
  • Why Python
  • Python in the Shell
  • Python in Web Notebooks (iPython, Jupyter, Zeppelin)
  • Demo: Python, Notebooks, and Data Science
Getting Started
  • Using variables
  • Builtin functions
  • Strings
  • Numbers
  • Converting among types
  • Writing to the screen
  • Command line parameters
Flow Control
  • About flow control
  • White space
  • Conditional expressions
  • Relational and Boolean operators
  • While loops
  • Alternate loop exits
Sequences, Arrays, Dictionaries and Sets
  • About sequences
  • Lists and list methods
  • Tuples
  • Indexing and slicing
  • Iterating through a sequence
  • Sequence functions, keywords, and operators
  • List comprehensions
  • Generator Expressions
  • Nested sequences
  • Working with Dictionaries
  • Working with Sets
Working with files
  • File overview
  • Opening a text file
  • Reading a text file
  • Writing to a text file
  • Reading and writing raw (binary) data
Functions
  • Defining functions
  • Parameters
  • Global and local scope
  • Nested functions
  • Returning values
Essential Demos
  • Sorting
  • Exceptions
  • Importing Modules
  • Classes
  • Regular Expressions
The standard library
  • Math functions
  • The string module
Dates and times
  • Working with dates and times
  • Translating timestamps
  • Parsing dates from text
  • Formatting dates
  • Calendar data
Python and Data Science
  • Data Science Essentials
  • Pandas Overview
  • NumPy Overview
  • SciKit Overview
  • MatPlotLib Overview
  • Working with Python in Data Science
Additional course details:

Nexus Humans Python for Data Science: Hands-on Technical Overview (TTPS4873) training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward.

This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts.

Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success.

While we feel this is the best course for the Python for Data Science: Hands-on Technical Overview (TTPS4873) course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you.

Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

FAQ for the Python for Data Science: Hands-on Technical Overview (TTPS4873) Course

Available Delivery Options for the Python for Data Science: Hands-on Technical Overview (TTPS4873) training.
  • Live Instructor Led Classroom Online (Live Online)
  • Traditional Instructor Led Classroom (TILT/ILT)
  • Delivery at your offices in London or anywhere in the UK
  • Private dedicated course as works for your staff.
How many CPD hours does the Python for Data Science: Hands-on Technical Overview (TTPS4873) training provide?

The 2 day. Python for Data Science: Hands-on Technical Overview (TTPS4873) training course give you up to 12 CPD hours/structured learning hours. If you need a letter or certificate in a particular format for your association, organisation or professional body please just ask.

What is the correct audience for the Python for Data Science: Hands-on Technical Overview (TTPS4873) training?

This introductory-level course is intended for Business Analysts and Data Analysts (or anyone else in the data science realm) who are already comfortable working with numerical data in Excel or other spreadsheet environments. No prior programming experience is required, and a browser is the only tool necessary for the course.

Do you provide training for the Python for Data Science: Hands-on Technical Overview (TTPS4873).

Yes we provide corporate training, dedicated training and closed classes for the Python for Data Science: Hands-on Technical Overview (TTPS4873). This can take place anywhere in UK including, England, Scotland, Cymru (Wales) or Northern Ireland or live online allowing you to have your teams from across UK or further afield to attend a single training event saving travel and delivery expenses.

What is the duration of the Python for Data Science: Hands-on Technical Overview (TTPS4873) program.

The Python for Data Science: Hands-on Technical Overview (TTPS4873) training takes place over 2 day(s), with each day lasting approximately 8 hours including small and lunch breaks to ensure that the delegates get the most out of the day.

Why are Nexus Human the best provider for the Python for Data Science: Hands-on Technical Overview (TTPS4873)?
Nexus Human are recognised as one of the best training companies as they and their trainers have won and hold many awards and titles including having previously won the Small Firms Best Trainer award, national training partner of the year for UK on multiple occasions, having trainers in the global top 30 instructor awards in 2012, 2019 and 2021. Nexus Human has also been nominated for the Tech Excellence awards multiple times. Learning Performance institute (LPI) external training provider sponsor 2024.
Is there a discount code for the Python for Data Science: Hands-on Technical Overview (TTPS4873) training.

Yes, the discount code PENPAL5 is currently available for the Python for Data Science: Hands-on Technical Overview (TTPS4873) training. Other discount codes may also be available but only one discount code or special offer can be used for each booking. This discount code is available for companies and individuals.

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When you organise training, we understand that there is a risk that some people may fall ill, become unavailable. To mitigate the risk we include training insurance for each delegate enrolled on our public schedule, they are welcome to sit on the same Public class within 6 months at no charge, if the case arises.

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