Advanced Data Processing using Python Training in Waterloo

Enroll in or hire us to teach our Advanced Data Processing using Python class in Waterloo, Iowa by calling us @303.377.6176. Like all HSG classes, Advanced Data Processing using Python may be offered either onsite or via instructor led virtual training. Consider looking at our public training schedule to see if it is scheduled: Public Training Classes
Provided there are enough attendees, Advanced Data Processing using Python may be taught at one of our local training facilities.
We offer private customized training for groups of 3 or more attendees.

Course Description

 
The focus will be on advanced data processing and the use of scientific libraries (e.g. numPy, Panda, SciPy, Jupyter Notebooks, etc.)
Course Length: 3 Days
Course Tuition: $1290 (US)

Prerequisites

A basic knowledge of Python is necessary.

Course Outline

 
Data Structures
NetCDF4-Python
PyGrib
NumPy
  • NumPy basics
  • Creating arrays
  • Indexing and slicing
  • Large number sets
  • Transforming data
  • Advanced tricks
Pandas
  • pandas overview
  • Series
  • Dataframes
  • Reading and writing data
  • Data alignment and reshaping
  • Fancy indexing and slicing
  • Merging and joining data sets
 
Analytics and Plotting
SciPy
  • What can SciPy do?
  • Most useful functions
  • Curve fitting
  • Modeling
  • Data visualization
  • Statistics
 
Matplotlib + seaborn
  • Creating a basic plot
  • Commonly used plots
  • Ad hoc data visualization
  • Advanced usage
  • Exporting images
 
Meteorology specific
XArray
MetPy
  • Read met data
  • Create met-specific plots

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Python Programming is Used For:
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Difficulty
Popularity
Year Created
1991
Pros
Easy to Learn:
The learning curve is very mild and the language is versatile and fast to develop.
 
Massive Libraries:
You can find a library for basically anything: from web development, through game development, to machine learning.
 
Do More with Less Code:
You can build prototypes and test out  ideas much quicker in Python than in other language
Cons

Speed Limitations:

It is an interpretive language and therefore much slower than compiled languages.

Problems with Threading:

Multi-threaded CPU-bound programs may be slower than single-threaded ones do to the Global Interpreter Lock (GIL) that allows only one thread to execute at a time.

Weak on Mobile:

Although, there are a number or libraries that provide a way to develop for both Android and iOS using Python currently Android and iOS don’t support Python as an official programming language.

Python Programming Job Market
Average Salary
$107,000
Job Count
26,856
Top Job Locations

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Complimentary Skills to have along with Python Programming
The potential for career growth, whether you are new to the industry or plan to expand your current skills, depends upon your interests:
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  - For android apps and also cross platform apps then learn Java
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