Programming Skills for Data Science - Start Writing Code to Wrangle, Analyze, and Visualize Data with R Freeman MichaelPaperback / softback

The Foundational Hands-On Skills You Need to Dive into Data Science

Using data science techniques, you can transform raw data into actionable insights for domains ranging from urban planning to precision medicine. Programming Skills for Data Science brings together all the foundational skills you need to get started, even if you have no programming or data science experience.

Leading instructors Michael Freeman and Joel Ross guide you through installing and configuring the tools you need to solve professional-level data science problems, including the widely used R language and Git version-control system. They explain how to wrangle your data into a form where it can be easily used, analyzed, and visualized so others can see the patterns youve uncovered. Step by step, youll master powerful R programming techniques and troubleshooting skills