Module 01
Data analysis foundations and tooling
What data analysis involves, the core tool stack, and pulling real data from public APIs.
Free · Data Science Essentials
Outcome
What you will be able to do
You can set up a working notebook environment and load real financial, economic and development data into pandas.
Lessons
Work through these in order
- 01Introduction to Data AnalysisWhat data analysis is and where it's used in business and research.
- 02Tools in Data ScienceThe core tools a working data team uses.
- 03Overview of Jupyter NotebookThe notebook interface and how to navigate it.
- 04Cell MenuRunning, reordering and managing notebook cells.
- 05Google ColaboratoryRunning notebooks in the cloud with nothing to install.
- 06Yahoo Finance APIPulling stock quotes and market data into pandas.
- 07Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)Retrieving economic series through the FRED API.
- 08World Bank DataAccessing global development indicators.
Assessment
Module quiz — 70% to pass
6 questions mixing concept checks and short code-output problems. Graded on the server with per-question explanations afterwards, unlimited retakes, and a badge with a verification code the moment you pass.