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Introduction to Python for Data Science — Part 1
Are you new to coding but want to learn Data Science? This article is for you…
Python is undeniably the most popular programming language in Data Science. However, you should be aware that knowing only Python will not help you land a data-related job. This article is best suited for people who already know statistics and are familiar with statistical analysis with other software such as SPSS (or PSPP), SAS for students, or even Excel. This is important because it indicates that you probably already know what you want to do with Python. If you don’t have previous statistical knowledge, you can also follow this article series (there will be a total of three), but remember to study the basics of statistics.
Do you really need to know statistics to work in Data Science?
Short and fast answer: YES! Statistics is an academic field intersecting all areas of knowledge. Statistical knowledge is essential for the analysis and interpretation of data, even more so for those who want to work with data. This does not mean that everyone who works with data needs to…
