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Data Analysis Foundations with Python

By : Cuantum Technologies LLC
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Data Analysis Foundations with Python

By: Cuantum Technologies LLC

Overview of this book

Embark on a comprehensive journey through data analysis with Python. Begin with an introduction to data analysis and Python, setting a strong foundation before delving into Python programming basics. Learn to set up your data analysis environment, ensuring you have the necessary tools and libraries at your fingertips. As you progress, gain proficiency in NumPy for numerical operations and Pandas for data manipulation, mastering the skills to handle and transform data efficiently. Proceed to data visualization with Matplotlib and Seaborn, where you'll create insightful visualizations to uncover patterns and trends. Understand the core principles of exploratory data analysis (EDA) and data preprocessing, preparing your data for robust analysis. Explore probability theory and hypothesis testing to make data-driven conclusions and get introduced to the fundamentals of machine learning. Delve into supervised and unsupervised learning techniques, laying the groundwork for predictive modeling. To solidify your knowledge, engage with two practical case studies: sales data analysis and social media sentiment analysis. These real-world applications will demonstrate best practices and provide valuable tips for your data analysis projects.
Table of Contents (37 chapters)
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1
Code Blocks Resource
2
Premium Customer Support
4
Introduction
7
Acknowledgments
9
Quiz for Part I: Introduction to Data Analysis and Python
13
Quiz for Part II: Python Basics for Data Analysis
17
Quiz for Part III: Core Libraries for Data Analysis
21
Quiz for Part IV: Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA)
25
Quiz for Part V: Statistical Foundations
29
Quiz Part VI: Machine Learning Basics
33
Quiz Part VII: Case Studies
36
Conclusion
37
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5.3 Advanced NumPy Functions

Now that you've got a solid understanding of the basics of NumPy, it's time to take things to the next level by exploring some of its more advanced features. These features open up a whole new world of possibilities when it comes to data manipulation and analysis.

By leveraging these advanced functions, you'll be able to perform even more intricate and complex operations on your data, allowing you to gain deeper insights and unlock even more value from your datasets. So, get ready to dive in and discover the secret sauce that makes NumPy such a powerful and versatile tool for data scientists and analysts alike!

5.3.1 Aggregation Functions

Data analysis often involves the process of aggregating data to derive summary statistics such as the mean, sum, or standard deviation. This is a crucial aspect of data analysis as it provides a clearer understanding of the data and allows for more informed decision making.

Fortunately, NumPy, a popular...