Enjoy reading interviews with more than two dozen data professionals to see a picture of what it’s like to work in the industry managing and analyzing data, helping you to know what it takes to move from your current expertise into one of the fastest growing areas of technology today. Data is the hottest word of the century, and data professionals are in high demand. You may already be a data professional such as a database administrator or business intelligence analyst. Or you may be one of the many people who want to work as a data professional, and are curious how to get there. Either way, this collection helps you understand how data professionals work, what makes them successful, and what they do to keep up. You’ll find interviews in this book with database administrators, database programmers, data architects, business intelligence professionals, and analytics professionals. Interviewees work across industry sectors ranging from healthcare and banking tofinance and transportation and beyond. Each chapter illuminates a successful professional at the top of their game, who shares what helped them get to the top, and what skills and attitudes combine to make them successful in their respective fields. Interviewees in the book include: Mindy Curnutt, Julie Smith, Kenneth Fisher, Andy Leonard, Jes Borland, Kevin Feasel, Ginger Grant, Vicky Harp, Kendra Little, Jason Brimhall, Tim Costello, Andy Mallon, Steph Locke, Jonathan Stewart, Joseph Sack, John Q. Martin, John Morehouse, Kathi Kellenberger, Argenis Fernandez, Kirsten Benzel, Tracy Boggiano, Dave Walden, Matt Gordon, Jimmy May, Drew Furgiuele, Marlon Ribunal, and Joseph Fleming. All of them have been successful in their careers, and share their perspectives on working and succeeding in the field as data and database professionals. What You'll Learn Stand out as an outstanding professional in your area of data work by developing the right set of skills and attitudes that lead to success Avoid common mistakes and pitfalls, and recover from operational failures and bad technology decisions Understand current trends and best practices, and stay out in front as the field evolves Break into working with data through database administration, business intelligence, or any of the other career paths represented in this book Manage stress and develop a healthy work-life balance no matter which career path you decide upon Choose a suitable path for yourself from among the different career paths in working with data Who This Book Is For Database administrators and developers, database and business intelligence architects, consultants, and analytic professionals, as well as those intent on moving into one of those career paths. Aspiring data professionals and those in related technical fields who want to make a move toward managing or analyzing data on a full-time basis will find the book useful. Existing data professionals who want to be outstanding and successful at what they do will also appreciate the book's advice and guidance.

Using Power Query, you can import, reshape, and cleanse any data from a simple interface, so you can mine that data for all of its hidden insights. Power Query is embedded in Excel, Power BI, and other Microsoft products, and leading Power Query expert Gil Raviv will help you make the most of it. Discover how to eliminate time-consuming manual data preparation, solve common problems, avoid pitfalls, and more. Then, walk through several complete analytics challenges, and integrate all your skills in a realistic chapter-length final project. By the time you're finished, you'll be ready to wrangle any data–and transform it into actionable knowledge. Prepare and analyze your data the easy way, with Power Query · Quickly prepare data for analysis with Power Query in Excel (also known as Get & Transform) and in Power BI · Solve common data preparation problems with a few mouse clicks and simple formula edits · Combine data from multiple sources, multiple queries, and mismatched tables · Master basic and advanced techniques for unpivoting tables · Customize transformations and build flexible data mashups with the M formula language · Address collaboration challenges with Power Query · Gain crucial insights into text feeds · Streamline complex social network analytics so you can do it yourself For all information workers, analysts, and any Excel user who wants to solve their own business intelligence problems.

The text considers Simple Linear Regression and ask what is it doing? how good is it? how accurate is it? and how can we use it to create estimates? The book considers all this and looks at how you can exploit this transformability and use the capability of Simple Linear Regression.

This book presents the developments in problems of state estimation and optimal control of continuous-time dynamical systems using orthogonal functions since 1975. It deals with both full and reduced-order state estimation and problems of linear time-invariant systems. It also addresses optimal control problems of varieties of continuous-time systems such as linear and nonlinear systems, time-invariant and time-varying systems, as well as delay-free and time-delay systems. Content focuses on development of recursive algorithms for studying state estimation and optimal control problems.

Master Statistical Quality Control using JMP ! Using examples from the popular textbook by Douglas Montgomery, Introduction to Statistical Quality Control: A JMP Companion demonstrates the powerful Statistical Quality Control (SQC) tools found in JMP. Geared toward students and practitioners of SQC who are using these techniques to monitor and improve products and processes, this companion provides step-by-step instructions on how to use JMP to generate the output and solutions found in Montgomery’s book. The authors combine their many years of experience as passionate practitioners of SQC and their expertise using JMP to highlight the recent advances in JMP’s Analyze menu, and in particular, Quality and Process. Key JMP platforms include: Control Chart Builder CUSUM Control Chart Control Chart (XBar, IR, P, NP, C, U, UWMA, EWMA, CUSUM) Process Screening Process Capability Measurement System Analysis Time Series Multivariate Control Chart Multivariate and Principal Components Distribution For anyone who wants to learn how to use JMP to more easily explore data using tools associated with Statistical Process Control, Process Capability Analysis, Measurement System Analysis, Advanced Statistical Process Control, and Process Health Assessment, this book is a must!

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This book discusses various aspects of computational science and engineering in combination with applied science. It highlights sustainability to demonstrate how computation can improve different aspects of life. The editors provide a collection of numerous computation-related projects that form a foundation from which to cross-pollinate between different disciplines and further extensive collaboration. They present a clear and profound understanding of computing in today's world. The detailed application examples provide the reader with contributions that behold approaches to provide fundamental solutions to some of the most pertinent humanity-related problems.

Solve your pharmaceutical product development and manufacturing problems using JMP . Pharmaceutical Quality by Design Using JMP : Solving Product Development and Manufacturing Problems provides broad-based techniques available in JMP to visualize data and run statistical analyses for areas common in healthcare product manufacturing. As international regulatory agencies push the concept of Quality by Design (QbD), there is a growing emphasis to optimize the processing of products. This book uses practical examples from the pharmaceutical and medical device industries to illustrate easy-to-understand ways of incorporating QbD elements using JMP. Pharmaceutical Quality by Design Using JMP opens by demonstrating the easy navigation of JMP to visualize data through the distribution function and the graph builder and then highlights the following: the powerful dynamic nature of data visualization that enables users to be able to quickly extract meaningful information tools and techniques designed for the use of structured, multivariate sets of experiments examples of complex analysis unique to healthcare products such as particle size distributions/drug dissolution, stability of drug products over time, and blend uniformity/content uniformity. Scientists, engineers, and technicians involved throughout the pharmaceutical and medical device product life cycles will find this book invaluable. This book is part of the SAS Press program.

Dive into the world of data visualization with "Getting Started with Tableau 2018.x." This comprehensive guide introduces you to both the fundamental and advanced functionalities of Tableau 2018.x, making it easier to create impactful data visualizations. Learn to unlock Tableau's full potential through practical examples and clear explanations. What this Book will help me do Understand the new Tableau 2018.x features like density, extensions, and transparency and how to leverage them. Learn how to connect to data sources, perform transformations, and build efficient data models to support your analysis. Master visualization techniques to design effective and insightful dashboards tailored to business needs. Explore advanced concepts such as calculations, cross-database joins, and data blending to handle complex scenarios. Develop the confidence to publish and interact with content on Tableau Server and share your insights effectively. Author(s) None Guillevin and None Pires are data visualization experts with extensive experience using Tableau. They aim to make data analysis accessible through hands-on examples and easy-to-follow explanations. Their writing balances clear instruction with practical application, making advanced concepts understandable for all readers. Who is it for? This book is ideal for beginners or experienced BI professionals who wish to gain expertise in Tableau 2018.x. It caters to aspiring analysts and business professionals looking to answer complex business-specific questions through data visualization. Regardless of prior experience in Tableau or other BI tools, this book provides value through a structured learning approach.

In 'MicroStrategy Quick Start Guide,' you'll learn how to transform your raw business data into actionable insights using MicroStrategy. The book covers everything from setting up and configuring MicroStrategy tools to creating insightful dashboards and managing BI solutions from start to finish. What this Book will help me do Configure the MicroStrategy Intelligence Server and essential tools. Create and utilize MicroStrategy Projects and manage metadata repositories. Design effective MicroStrategy Reports to retrieve key business insights. Develop engaging dashboards for advanced data visualization and storytelling. Administer and secure your MicroStrategy BI solutions for stable operation. Author(s) None Rivero Esqueda brings their extensive experience in Business Intelligence solutions to this practical guide. Known for their expertise in MicroStrategy, they are passionate about empowering data analysts and BI professionals to leverage data for better decisions. Their professional insight and accessible approach make this book a valuable resource for readers at all levels. Who is it for? This book is ideal for Business Intelligence professionals or data analysts looking to explore MicroStrategy as their primary BI tool. Readers should have a basic understanding of BI concepts and data analysis. It is tailored to suit beginners as well as professionals transitioning to MicroStrategy. If you are eager to create impactful visualizations and dashboards while mastering MicroStrategy, this is the perfect guide for you.

D3.js Quick Start Guide is your go-to resource for mastering D3.js, a powerful JavaScript library for creating interactive visualizations in the browser. This book walks you through core concepts, from building scatter plots to creating force-directed graphs, helping you go from beginner to creating stunning visual data representations. What this Book will help me do Create interactive scatter plots showcasing data relationships. Implement bar graphs that dynamically update from API data. Design animated pie charts for visually appealing representations. Develop force-directed graphs to represent networked data. Leverage GeoJSON data for building informative interactive maps. Author(s) None Huntington is an experienced web developer with a clear knack for turning complex topics into understandable concepts. With expertise in data visualization and web technologies, Huntington explains technical subject matter in a friendly and approachable manner, ensuring learners grasp both theoretical and practical aspects effectively. Who is it for? This book is ideal for web developers and data enthusiasts eager to learn how to represent data via interactive visualizations using D3.js. If you have a basic understanding of JavaScript and are looking to enhance your web development skillset with dynamic visualization techniques, this guide is perfect for you. Through easy-to-follow examples, you'll get up to speed quickly and start building professional-looking visualizations right away. Whether you're a data scientist, interactive news developer, or just interested in bringing data to life, this book is your key to mastering D3.js.

Explore the latest Python tools and techniques to help you tackle the world of data acquisition and analysis. You'll review scientific computing with NumPy, visualization with matplotlib, and machine learning with scikit-learn. This revision is fully updated with new content on social media data analysis, image analysis with OpenCV, and deep learning libraries. Each chapter includes multiple examples demonstrating how to work with each library. At its heart lies the coverage of pandas, for high-performance, easy-to-use data structures and tools for data manipulation Author Fabio Nelli expertly demonstrates using Python for data processing, management, and information retrieval. Later chapters apply what you've learned to handwriting recognition and extending graphical capabilities with the JavaScript D3 library. Whether you are dealing with sales data, investment data, medical data, web page usage, or other data sets, Python Data Analytics, Second Edition is an invaluable reference with its examples of storing, accessing, and analyzing data. What You'll Learn Understand the core concepts of data analysis and the Python ecosystem Go in depth with pandas for reading, writing, and processing data Use tools and techniques for data visualization and image analysis Examine popular deep learning libraries Keras, Theano,TensorFlow, and PyTorch Who This Book Is For Experienced Python developers who need to learn about Pythonic tools for data analysis

Master the essentials of programming with R and streamline your data analysis workflow with 'R Programming Fundamentals'. This book introduces key R concepts like data structures and control flow, and guides you through practical applications such as data visualization with ggplot2. By the end, you will progress to completing a full data science project for practical hands-on experience. What this Book will help me do Learn to use R's core features, including package management, data structures, and control flow. Process and clean datasets effectively within R, handling missing values and variable transformation. Master data visualization techniques with ggplot2 to create insightful plots and charts. Develop skills to import diverse datasets such as CSVs, Excel spreadsheets, and SQL databases into R. Construct a data science project end-to-end, applying skills in analysis, visualization, and reporting. Author(s) Kaelen Medeiros is a dedicated teacher with a passion for making complex concepts accessible. Bringing years of experience in data science and statistical computing, Kaelen excels at helping learners understand and leverage R for their data analysis needs. With a focus on practical learning, Kaelen has designed this book to give you the hands-on experience and foundational knowledge you need. Who is it for? This book is perfect for analysts looking to enhance their data science toolkit by learning R. It's especially suited for those with little R programming experience looking to start with foundational concepts. Whether you're an aspiring data scientist or a seasoned professional seeking a refresher, this book offers a structured approach to mastering R effectively.

Transform your R programming into interactive web applications with "Web Application Development with R Using Shiny." This book takes you step-by-step through creating dynamic user interfaces and web solutions with the R Shiny package, empowering you to build impactful tools that showcase your data. What this Book will help me do Create interactive web applications using R Shiny. Apply JavaScript for added functionality and customization in Shiny apps. Effortlessly deploy Shiny apps online for accessibility. Understand Shiny UI functions to design effective user interfaces. Leverage data visualization techniques for insightful analytics in apps. Author(s) Chris Beeley and Shitalkumar R. Sukhdeve bring their profound expertise in R programming and Shiny development to this book. Chris is an experienced data scientist passionate about interactive data solutions, while Shitalkumar, with a strong computing background, shares his hands-on insights. Their collaborative and tutorial approach ensures learners grasp each concept smoothly. Who is it for? This book is ideal for R programmers eager to transition from static data evaluation to engaging, interactive web applications. It caters to professionals and enthusiasts seeking practical, hands-on coding guidance. Readers should have foundational R programming knowledge, ensuring a smooth transition into Shiny concepts.

Unstructured data is the most voluminous form of data in the world, and several elements are critical for any advanced analytics practitioner leveraging SAS software to effectively address the challenge of deriving value from that data. This book covers the five critical elements of entity extraction, unstructured data, entity resolution, entity network mapping and analysis, and entity management. By following examples of how to apply processing to unstructured data, readers will derive tremendous long-term value from this book as they enhance the value they realize from SAS products.

Learning is an empirical phenomenon whereby people or organisations undergo a level of efficiency improvement with recurring tasks. Alan Jones pragmatic guide to this important element within estimating introduces two key learning curve models: Wright and Crawford and explains where, how and when to apply them.

Random Number Generators, Principles and Practices has been written for programmers, hardware engineers, and sophisticated hobbyists interested in understanding random numbers generators and gaining the tools necessary to work with random number generators with confidence and knowledge. Using an approach that employs clear diagrams and running code examples rather than excessive mathematics, random number related topics such as entropy estimation, entropy extraction, entropy sources, PRNGs, randomness testing, distribution generation, and many others are exposed and demystified. If you have ever Wondered how to test if data is really random Needed to measure the randomness of data in real time as it is generated Wondered how to get randomness into your programs Wondered whether or not a random number generator is trustworthy Wanted to be able to choose between random number generator solutions Needed to turn uniform random data into a different distribution Needed to ensure the random numbers from your computer will work for your cryptographic application Wanted to combine more than one random number generator to increase reliability or security Wanted to get random numbers in a floating point format Needed to verify that a random number generator meets the requirements of a published standard like SP800-90 or AIS 31 Needed to choose between an LCG, PCG or XorShift algorithm Then this might be the book for you.

This practical guide explores the business analyst role including typical responsibilities and necessary skills. It signposts useful tools and commonly used methodologies and techniques. A visual career roadmap for business analysts is also included, along with case studies and interviews with practising business analysts.

Prepare for the SAS Base Programming for SAS 9 exam with the official guide by the SAS Global Certification Program. New and experienced SAS users who want to prepare for the SAS Base Programming for SAS 9 exam will find this guide to be a valuable resource that covers all of the objectives tested on the exam. Now in its fifth edition, the guide has been extensively updated and revised to streamline explanations. Major topics include importing data, creating and modifying SAS data sets, and identifying and correcting data syntax and programming logic errors. The chapter quizzes have been thoroughly updated and full solutions are included at the back of the book. In addition, links are provided to the exam objectives, practice exams, and other helpful resources, such as the updated Base SAS glossary and an expanded collection of practice data sets.

This book will provide methods to display space-time data using R. The code of each method will be detailed and commented through practical examples with real data. The second edition will discuss new interactive R packages and Add introductory sections with easier examples to show the basics of the most important packages and functions.