In this course, you will be introduced to the DataFrame and the Series, the two primary containers of data within pandas. You will learn the components of these objects and a few basic operations and also know what subset selection methods you should
In this course, you will be introduced to the DataFrame and the Series, the two primary containers of data within pandas. You will learn the components of these objects and a few basic operations and also know what methods of subset selection you should avoid. You will begin performing calculations on your data. You will begin by learning how to operate on a single column of data, a pandas Series and learn the difference between methods that aggregate (return a single value) and those that do not. After learning how to operate on a single column of data, you'll learn how to operate on multiple columns at the same time by calling methods on a DataFrame. You'll learn how to change the direction of the operations from vertical to horizontal.You'll also learn about the categorical data type, which is unique to pandas and has the ability to save a tremendous amount of memory. Up to this point in the course, all operations were applied to the entire dataset. You will learn how to apply operations to independent groups within your data instead of the whole. You will also learn how to display the results of grouping in a more human-readable way with pivot tables.Grouping data can be tricky in pandas and potentially be one of the slowest performing operations. You will learn best practices on how to optimize performance along with the newest syntax available.
Skills You Will Gain
Data Analysis
Data Science
Pandas
Pandas DataFrame
Python
Learning Outcomes (At the end of this program you will be able to)
Introduction to the pandas DataFrame and Series
Understanding the different data types available within a DataFrame
Accessing the DataFrame components – the index, columns, and values
Setting a meaningful index in a DataFrame
Completing a five-step process for data exploration
Learn how to select rows and columns simultaneously
Learn how to filter for specific criteria using the boolean selection
Learn a more intuitive procedure for filtering data with the query method
Select subsets of data from DataFrames with just the brackets, loc, and iloc
Prerequisites
It is necessary to understand the fundamentals of the Python programming language.
No prior experience with pandas is needed.
Who Should Attend
Anyone, who wants to learn about fundamental concepts of programming.
Anyone, who wants to learn python programming language.
Anyone, who wants to brush up on their programming and python skills.
Curriculum
Instructors
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Theodore Petrou
Theodore Petrou is the founder of Dunder Data and a leading educator in the fields of data science and machine learning. With a deep passion for teaching and a strong command of Python programming, he has authored several influential books, including Master Data Analysis with Python, Master Machine Learning with Python, Master the Fundamentals of Python, and the popular Pandas Cookbook. Through Dunder Data, Theodore has delivered customized corporate training to renowned organizations such as Microsoft, NASA, and the Federal Reserve, equipping thousands of professionals with practical, hands-on expertise.
With a rich background that bridges both industry and academia, Theodore brings a wealth of experience to his teaching. His career has included roles as a Quantitative Developer, Lead Data Scientist, and Credit Risk Professional, where he solved complex problems in predictive modeling, financial analytics, and data strategy. Alongside developing innovative technical solutions, he has devoted much of his career to mentorship and education, fostering a deep and lasting understanding of data science principles.
Theodore’s teaching extends beyond corporate settings into the broader educational community through live courses and workshops. Known for his clear, engaging style, he breaks down sophisticated concepts in Python and data science to make them accessible and actionable for learners of all levels. His mission is to guide aspiring and experienced professionals alike through the intricacies of data analysis and machine learning with clarity, enthusiasm, and real-world relevance.
