Working with Data using Python code

Description

Learn how to use code to read, change and rearrange data

Data is everywhere.  It powers business decisions, keeps us informed and helps us to form our opinions.  The data industry is fast growing and there is a need in every company for people who understand and can manipulate data.

Over a period of 30 hours you will learn how to:

• read data from a range of sources (from Excel files, CSV files, databases or from online sources such as APIs)
• remove bad data (null values, incorrect types of data, data that is easily identifiable as wrong or unexpected)
• sort, group, filter data
• save data in files or a database
• help ensure the security of the data
• create visual representations of the data (charts, timelines, etc)
• complete a small real-life project using the skills you have gained