The R programming language is one of the most commonly used programming languages in data mining — many data professionals have adopted it to perform data analysis. In this course, you’ll learn the fundamentals of R. No previous coding experience is necessary. By the end, you’ll be writing simple computer programs to perform data analysis.
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This interactive R course for beginners teaches fundamental data analysis skills and helps you begin your journey to become a successful data professional.
In this course, you’ll learn to use basic arithmetic; write code using R syntax; and work with different data types, values, and vectors in the data analysis workflow, including data exploration, manipulation, analysis, and visualization with R.
Best of all, you’ll learn by doing — you’ll write code and get feedback directly in the browser. You’ll apply your skills to several guided projects involving real-world scenarios to build your portfolio and prepare for your next interview.
Executing calculations using arithmetic operators
Performing basic R operations, such as variables and naming rules
Completing the data workflow
Writing computer programs using R
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Dataquest has helped thousands of people start new careers in data. If you put in the work and follow our course, you'll master data skills and grow your career.
We believe so strongly in our courses that we offer a full satisfaction guarantee. If you complete a career course on Dataquest and aren't satisfied with your outcome, we'll give you a refund.
Learn exactly what you need to achieve your goal. Don’t waste time on unrelated lessons.
Build confidence with our in-depth projects, and show off your data skills.
Work with real data from day one with interactive lessons and hands-on exercises.
Impress employers by completing a capstone project and certifying it with an expert review.
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