Data Analytics and Computation 690P - Intro/Python for Data Sci

Python has gained immense popularity as a programming language due to its ability to handle diverse types of data, powerful libraries for data analysis, robust support for tasks such as web scraping and data extraction from online sources, and its widespread use in machine learning and deep learning communities. Python is known for its readability and ease of use, making it a favorite among beginners and seasoned programmers alike. This introductory course on Python for data science will focus on the essential tools that are particularly beneficial for social data scientists and data professionals. This course will provide you with a solid foundation in Python and equip you with the necessary skills to effectively work with data using Python.

Open to DACSS masters students and SBS PhD students only This course fills a technical elective requirement for the DACSS Master's degree.

It is recommended that students complete DACSS 601 prior to taking this class. For DACSS Master's students with extensive previous experience in R, this class may be taken in place of DACSS 601 to fulfill a core course requirement, with the written permission of the DACSS Academic Director.

Open to DACSS Master's and SBS PhD students; others by instructor permission. Please contact the instructor and DACSS@UMass.edu if you would like to enroll in this class but are not in one of these groups.