Data Preparation and Analysis - An easy approach to master data science (English Edition)

This book provides a structured and comprehensive learning path, beginning with a broad introduction to data science, its applications, and fundamental analysis methods. You will then explore the core Python libraries for data manipulation, NumPy for efficient numerical operations, and Pandas for powerful data structuring and transformation. The book dedicates significant focus to real-world data challenges, walking you through the crucial steps of data gathering, preparation, and cleaning; addressing issues like scalability, missing data, and inconsistencies.