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Preparing Data for Analysis with Python

Learn how to import and clean data with Python in preparation for data analysis. Modal courses - a better way to learn technical skills.
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December 9, 2024 - January 19, 2025
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Who Is This For?

Data Practitioners interested in enhancing their data analysis skills with Python.

Any prerequisites?
  • Intermediate-level knowledge of Python, including but not limited to working with a variety of Python data types, aggregates, basic functions.
  • Familiarity with spreadsheets as a way to store and organize data.
  • Basic familiarity with the problems of dirty data, such as data stored in spreadsheets.
What will I be able to do after this Course?
  • Import and clean files in Python.
  • Access and JOIN data with Python from multiple sources.
  • Import and Parse JSON appropriately into a DataFrame.
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A Typical Week

Monday
Self Study
Kick-off new topic with self-study & online learning
  • Coaches support learners hitting roadblocks
  • Manager check-in to bring learning into company context
Tuesday
Wednesday
Labs
Learning material leads into practice environment & labs
  • Coaches support learners hitting roadblocks
  • Pair programming to bring learning into company context
  • Community allows students to help each other
Thursday
Live Event
Interactive live session hosted by Coaches
  • Community allows students to help each other
  • Community Groups host expert AMAs & guided community discussions
Friday
Projects
Work on a weekly project
  • Community allows students to help each other
  • Group projects
  • Coaches support learners hitting roadblocks
Saturday
sunday
Work at your own pace
Expert coaching and actionable feedback from Coaches
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    Course Overview

    Live Sessions every
    Sprint 1: Importing and Cleaning Files in Python
    Learn how to import and clean files using Python including basic data manipulation using .loc() and .iloc(), handle missing and duplicate values, and perform basic string cleaning and manipulation.
    Sprint 2: Merging Data Sources
    Use SQL and Python to access data and import to a Pandas DataFrame, merge multiple DataFrames, and learn how to think through and troubleshoot merge issues before and after they arise.
    Sprint 3: Data from the Internet
    Explore JSON files to learn their data structure so that they can parse various formats correctly into a Pandas DataFrame.

    Why Modal?

    Projects & Practice
    Real world exercises contextualize learning in real-world context.
    On-Demand Coach Support
    You are never alone. Coaches are always present and can help you!
    Live Sessions
    Hear from guest speakers and expert instructors through engaging lectures.
    Technical Labs
    Technical Labs
    Hands-on labs allow you to play with new tools and concepts to build real skills.
    Modal Community
    Community of Peers
    You will be part of a learning community were support is abundant.
    Asynchronous Learning
    Asynchronous Learning
    Self-paced learning is scheduled for each learner, with a dashboard to help you keep on track.

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    “I love the quantity & quality of learning materials, the interactivity, the live sessions, the coaches, are invaluable. I can really feel the difference in the level of engagement that Modal has to every participant compared to an ordinary course."

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    - Veselina Stoyanova - Reporting Analyst, EMAG

    Learn more about FlexEd

    We are excited that Modal now offers a direct bill payment option for Booz Allen employees. The direct bill payment option enables employees to enroll in learning opportunities with no upfront costs.

    This payment option will require the employee to sign a Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) agreement with Modal to release grades/completion to Booz Allen to satisfy the FlexEd Program completion requirement. Note, Modal may also be used for the FlexEd Program reimbursement payment option.
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