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The Pandas Workshop

The Pandas Workshop offers a detailed journey into the world of data analysis using Python and the pandas library. Throughout the book, you'll build skills in accessing, transforming, visualizing, and modeling data, all while focusing on real-world data science challenges. You will gain the knowledge and confidence needed to dissect and derive insights from complex datasets. What this Book will help me do Understand how to access and load data from various formats including databases and web-based sources. Manipulate and transform data for analysis using efficient pandas techniques. Create insightful visualizations using Matplotlib integrated with pandas for clearer data presentation. Build predictive and descriptive data models and glean data-driven insights. Handle and analyze time-series data to uncover trends and seasonal effects in data patterns. Author(s) Blaine Bateman, Saikat Basak, Thomas Joseph, and William So collectively bring diverse expertise in data analysis, programming, and teaching. Their goal is to make cutting-edge data science techniques accessible through clear explanations and practical exercises, helping learners from varied backgrounds master the pandas library. Who is it for? This book is best suited for novice to intermediate programmers and data enthusiasts who are already familiar with Python but are new to the pandas library. Ideal readers are those interested in honing their skills in data analysis and visualization, as well as leveraging data for informed decision-making. Whether you're an analyst, aspiring data scientist, or business professional seeking to strengthen your analytical toolkit, this book provides beneficial insights and techniques.

The Data Science Workshop - Second Edition

The Data Science Workshop provides a comprehensive introduction to building real-world data science projects. Through a hands-on approach, you will learn how to analyze data, build machine learning models, and deploy them effectively in various scenarios. This book is designed to equip you with the skills to confidently tackle data science challenges. What this Book will help me do Understand the differences between supervised and unsupervised learning to select the appropriate technique. Master data manipulation and analysis using popular Python libraries like pandas and scikit-learn. Develop skills in regression, classification, and clustering to solve diverse data science problems. Learn advanced methods to improve model accuracy, including hyperparameter tuning and feature engineering. Implement and deploy machine learning models efficiently in production workflows. Author(s) The authors of The Data Science Workshop are experienced professionals and educators in the field of data science and machine learning. They have extensive expertise in using practical methods to solve data challenges and have a passion for teaching others through engaging and clear instructional material. Who is it for? This book is ideal for aspiring data analysts, data scientists, and business analysts who wish to build foundational skills in data science. It caters to those new to the field and professionals transitioning to a data-centric role, providing practical knowledge without requiring an advanced mathematical background. Familiarity with Python is recommended.

The Data Science Workshop

The Data Science Workshop is designed for beginners looking to step into the rigorous yet rewarding world of data science. By leveraging a hands-on approach, this book demystifies key concepts and guides you gently into creating practical machine learning models with Python. What this Book will help me do Understand supervised and unsupervised learning and their applications. Gain hands-on experience with Python libraries like scikit-learn and pandas for data manipulation. Learn practical use cases of machine learning techniques such as regression and clustering. Discover techniques to ensure robustness in machine learning with hyperparameter tuning and ensembling. Develop efficiency in feature engineering with automated tools to accelerate workflows. Author(s) Anthony So None, Thomas Joseph, Robert Thas John, and Andrew Worsley are seasoned experts in data science and Python programming. Along with Dr. Samuel Asare None, they bring decades of experience and practical knowledge to this book, delivering an engaging and approachable learning experience. Who is it for? This book is targeted toward individuals who are beginners in data science and are eager to acquire foundational knowledge and practical skills. It appeals to those who prefer a structured, hands-on approach to learning, possibly having some prior programming experience or interest in Python. Professionals aspiring to pivot into data-oriented roles or students aiming to strengthen their understanding of data science concepts will find this book particularly valuable. If you're looking to gain confidence in implementing data science projects and solving real-world problems, this text is for you.