6.2 Data Wrangling
Welcome back to our journey through data analysis. In the previous section, we covered the fundamentals of Pandas' DataFrames and Series, which are crucial for any data analysis project. Now, let's take it up a notch and explore the exciting world of data wrangling.
Data wrangling is the process of preparing your data for analysis by cleaning, transforming, and enriching it. It's an essential step that ensures the accuracy and reliability of your analysis. Think of it as giving your data a "spa day" before its big debut in your analysis or model.
During the data wrangling process, you'll encounter various challenges, such as missing data, inconsistencies, and errors. But fret not, as we'll provide you with the necessary tools and techniques to overcome these challenges. We'll cover topics such as data cleaning, data transformation, and data enrichment, and provide practical examples to help you understand these concepts better...