Workshop: Getting up-to-speed with Python

Programming with Python is essential in many fields, but navigating packages, environments, and Integrated Development Environments (IDEs) can be challenging. This workshop is designed for those starting with Python or struggling with these aspects. It simplifies the process, providing practical guidance and hands-on activities to help participants confidently manage their Python setup and workflow.

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Registration deadline: 26. November

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Workshop Description

Programming with Python has become a crucial element across various fields and a wide variety of resources are available to learn Python syntax and programming. However, managing packages, environments, and choosing the right Integrated Development Environments (IDEs) and platforms can be challenging for beginners and intermediate users. This workshop aims to address these challenges by providing a comprehensive set of tools and procedures to make programming more accessible; although teaching syntax and programming in Python is not covered in this workshop. Participants will have the opportunity to follow along and perform many of the operations demonstrated during the workshop.

List of the learning outcomes

  • Prototyping tools- IDEs
    • Vscode
    • Pycharm
    • Spyder
    • Jupyter
    • RStudio - Quarto
  • Production tools- HPC server
    • Computer clusters
    • Educloud on demand
  • Package management
    • Conda
    • Pip
  • Environment management
    • Conda
    • Venv
  • Combining R and Python
    • quarto 
    • reticulate 

Prerequisites:

Basic understanding of programming in Python.

Target audience:

All interested, maximum number of participants is 25 with a first-come first-served basis. Registration above 25 would be placed on a waiting list.

Duration of the workshop

Full day. Complimentary lunch will be served.

 

Registration deadline: 26. November

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List if Instructors

Sherin Sugathan 

Maiken Pedersen 

Luigi Maglanoc 

Knut Waagan 

Arash Ahmadi 

 

Published Nov. 18, 2024 9:58 AM - Last modified Nov. 25, 2024 2:23 PM