
Explore applied data analytics with Python, contrasting data analysts and data scientists, and applying time series analysis, data visualization, and real-world case studies using the Anaconda and Jupyter Notebook workflow.
Install and configure Python, Anaconda, and Jupyter Notebook to set up a browser-based Python environment for deep learning work, including verifying versions and launching notebooks.
Explore how to generate two-column random data, build a numpy histogram, and compute column correlations in a jupyter notebook, with seed control and section-wise execution.
Create a demo time series by importing matplotlib, numpy, and pandas; generate a random series with pd.series, plot with style Co and alpha 0.4, and save as series.png.
Apply multiple filter criteria in pandas to a Zillow dataset by reading CSV with read_table, filtering by value, state, or metro using is in, and preparing data for downstream tasks.
Change data types in pandas by inspecting dtypes, converting a column to float, parsing dates to datetime, and reading csv with dtype hints, preparing for filtering rows.
Filter rows in a pandas dataframe by column values such as state, metro, and region id/name, apply price thresholds, preview with head, and prepare for selecting multiple rows and columns.
Explore the movie.csv dataset in a case study, inspect parameters like director and gross, and convert the file into a pandas data frame in a Jupyter notebook.
Explore accessing the main data frame components in a movie dataset using pandas, including columns, index, and data, and learn how to print and inspect their types and values.
Define a training data pipeline that reads subject folders, builds labeled faces, detects faces, and prepares data for predicting phases in images.
Replicate boolean indexing with index selection on college data set in Python by converting a CSV to a dataframe, setting index by state and filtering Texas, California, and New York.
Course Introduction
Data is the lifeblood of modern decision-making, and Python is the perfect tool to unlock its potential. This course provides a comprehensive journey into applied data analytics, equipping you with the skills to analyze, visualize, and interpret data using Python. From foundational techniques to advanced case studies, you’ll gain the expertise to solve real-world challenges across domains.
Section 1: Getting Started with Data Analytics
This introductory section sets the stage for your data analytics journey. You’ll understand the scope of applied data analytics and how Python plays a pivotal role in it.
Section 2: Setting Up the Environment
In this section, you’ll learn to install Jupyter Notebook, a powerful tool for data analysis. You’ll also explore how to use this environment effectively to perform hands-on data analysis.
Section 3: Fundamentals of Data Analysis
Delve into the basics of data manipulation using NumPy. Topics include creating arrays, performing linear algebra operations, generating random numbers, and analyzing CSV files. These foundational skills will serve as the building blocks for advanced data analysis.
Section 4: Visualizing Data
Visualization is a crucial aspect of data analysis. This section covers creating histograms, series, and subplots, enabling you to communicate your findings clearly and effectively through visual data representation.
Section 5: Mastering Pandas
Pandas is an essential library for data manipulation. Learn to apply multiple filters, change data types, filter rows, select specific data points, and sort data frames efficiently. This section will empower you to work with complex datasets effortlessly.
Section 6: Data Exploration Case Study
Apply your skills to real-world data in this hands-on case study. Explore data frames, understand their anatomy, analyze data types, and use series methods to extract meaningful insights. This section solidifies your understanding by diving deep into practical data analysis.
Section 7: Building a Face Recognition System
This exciting section introduces you to implementing face recognition using Python. You’ll learn the processes involved in training and predicting phases, analyzing outputs, and creating a fully functional face recognition module.
Section 8: Advanced Data Analytics Techniques
Push your skills further by tackling Boolean statistics, constructing complex conditions, filtering data with Boolean indexing, and replicating SQL where clauses. You’ll also explore stock market analysis, improving your understanding of market trends and returns.
Conclusion
By the end of this course, you’ll have a solid grasp of Python-based data analytics, capable of handling diverse datasets, creating insightful visualizations, and implementing advanced analytical techniques. You’ll be well-prepared to tackle real-world problems and make data-driven decisions confidently.