I've spent some quality nerd time over the past few weeks learning R for text mining.Then I learned a top researcher in the field uses Python, and has even posted his code online.And there's something …
Down Goes the Ladle: Understanding Code Forum Culture
Ah, online code forums.They can be a great place to give and receive advice cordially.But sometimes the vibes can be a bit.... harsh.I hadn't spent too much time on code forums before this semester. …
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Ceteris Pari-sub
This post has nothing to do with numbers but everything to do with data.Huh?Good analysts don't just know how to analyze data given to them but how to interpret the context of that data and how …
Yes, People Still Want to Learn Excel
A question I get all the time: "Why do you blog about Excel? R/Python/name-your-program is better."There's no doubt that Microsoft is facing increased competition in the business analytics …
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From Reddit to Slap Bass: It’s Not About The Cell Live!
Why is Domo not the answer? What does playing the bass have to do with developing a spreadsheet? Watch and learn! I had a spirited conversation with Oz du Soleil and Alex Powers on Alex's It's Not …
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Guest Post: A Step-by-Step Guide to Creating a Panel Chart in Excel
(Note: This guest post is from Puneet Gogia at ExcelChamps.com. Puneet is a good friend of the blog, and today he shares how to build a panel chart in Excel. As I mentioned in my segment on the …
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