Introduction to Python for Data Science - Microsoft

Master the basics of Python using fun videos and interactive in-browser coding challenges on the DataCamp platform. Python is a very powerful programming language, used for many different applications. Throughout time, the huge community around this open-source language has created many tools to efficiently work with Python. In recent years, many tools specifically for data science have been built. Analyzing data with Python has never been easier. Starting from the true basics, such as basic arithmetic and variables, you will learn how to handle data structures such as Python lists, Numpy arrays and Pandas DataFrames. Along the way, you will be introduced to Python functions and control flow. You will also take a first dive into the world of data visualization with Python and create your own stunning visualizations on real data. Fun tutorial videos will explain the concepts and you will continuously practice your newly acquired skills through interactive in-browser coding challenges on the DataCamp platform. You'll solve real data problems while receiving instant and personalized feedback that guides you to the solution. This learn-by-doing approach combined with a focus specific for Data Science makes this Python course unique.

What you'll learn

• Python language fundamentals: basic syntax, variables, and types
• Create and manipulate regular Python lists
• Use functions and import packages
• Build Numpy arrays and perform interesting calculations
• Create and customize plots on real data
• Supercharge your scripts with control flow and get to know the Pandas data frame