Subject Guides
Guide Contents
Books on Python & R
Coming soon.
Python or R?
- Datacamp--Choosing Python or R for Data Analysis?Datacamp walks you through the pros and cons of each.
- R vs. Python for Data Analysis--an Objective ComparisonDataquest's comparison of the pros and cons of each.
Working with Python
- Plotting and Programming in PythonIntroduction to programming in Python for people with little or no previous programming experience.
- Learn PythonThis series of Code Academy tutorials focuses on basic Python programming concepts (strings, conditionals, functions, loops, etc.). The basic course is free.
- Google's Python ClassThis is "a free class for people with a little bit of programming experience who want to learn Python."
- Python for BeginnersBasic page with useful links. Produced by the Python Software Foundation.
Working with R
- Getting Started with RVery basic overview of how to get started, with links and sites.
- R tutorialFree R tutorial from Datacamp.
- Quick-ROverview of R by Datacamp.
- Learn R ProgrammingProvides links to R tutorials, producing your first R program and getting help in R.
- R-bloggersR news and tutorials contributed by hundreds of R bloggers.