R & Python Learning Resources
Students often ask how they can build experience with Python or R before taking Data Science or other STAT courses that use them. Below are curated resources to help you learn or refresh your skills.
If you’re unsure which language to focus on, check out this IBM article: Python vs. R: Which is Right for You?. The section with that title is especially useful for deciding which aligns best with your academic, professional, or project goals.
Opportunities for learning or refreshing your knowledge of Python
Northwestern Courses
- COMP_SCI 110-0 Intro to Computer Programming
- COMP_SCI 150-0 Fundamentals of Computer Programming 1.5
Additional Resources
- Curated Python learning resources from Research Computing Services:
- Research Computing Services workshops
- LinkedIn Learning (once signed in search terms like python for beginners)
Opportunities for learning or refreshing your knowledge of R
Northwestern Class options:
- STAT 202 Introduction to Statistics and Data Science
Other Learning Resources:
- Curated R learning resources from Research Computing Services
- Research Computing Services workshops
- RStudio Education
- LinkedIn Learning (once signed in, search terms like R for beginners)