Intro to Data Science

Welcome to the Introduction to Data Science Workshop Series! In this comprehensive guide, you'll find all the information you need to get started with our workshop series. We'll not only provide an overview of the workshops but also offer step-by-step instructions on how to install R and RStudio, the essential tools for your data science journey.

Workshop Series Overview

Our Introduction to Data Science Workshop Series is designed for beginners who want to dive into the exciting world of data science. You'll learn the fundamentals of data analysis, data visualization, and statistical techniques using the R programming language. The series is structured into three workshops:

1. Workshop 1: Introduction to RStudio

   1. Learn the basics of R and its data structures.
   2. Understand how to read data.
   3. Get hands-on experience with basic data analysis.

2. Workshop 2: Exploratory Data Analysis

   1. Gain proficiency in exploratory data analysis.
   2. Learn how to create compelling data visualization.
   3. Discover how to handle missing data.

3. Workshop 3: Statistical Inference and Predictive Modelling

   1. Explore how to interpret data.
   2. Create your own prediction models.
   3. Bring everything together with a mini data science project.

Now, let's get you set up with R and RStudio for a smooth workshop experience.

Installing R and RStudio

Please follow the 3 step guide below on how to install R and RStudio on your computer. For reference, here are some YouTube links that can walk you through the same process:

• How to install R (Mac): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DtEc3t_zEPg
• How to install RStudio (Mac): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n8kP7c_QbLA
• How to install R and RStudio (Windows): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YrEe2TLr3MI

Mac Installation:

1. Step 1: Install R

   1. Visit the R Project website: https://cran.r-project.org/mirrors.html
   2. Click on "Download R for MacOS".
   3. Download the R installation package specific to your Mac OS version.
   4. Open the downloaded .pkg file and follow the installation instructions.

2. Step 2: Install RStudio

   1. Visit the RStudio download page: https://www.rstudio.com/products/rstudio/download/
   2. Download the RStudio Desktop version for Mac.
   3. Open the downloaded .dmg file, drag the RStudio icon to your Applications folder.

3. Step 3: Verify Installation

   1. Open RStudio from your Applications folder.
   2. In the console, you can type R.version to check if R is properly installed.
   3. In the RStudio console, you can also type 1 + 1 to check if RStudio is working.

Windows Installation:

1. Step 1: Install R

   1. Visit the R Project website: https://cran.r-project.org/mirrors.html
   2. Click on "Download R for Windows".
   3. Click on "base".
   4. Download the R installation package for Windows.
   5. Run the downloaded .exe file and follow the installation instructions.

2. Step 2: Install RStudio

   1. Visit the RStudio download page: https://www.rstudio.com/products/rstudio/download/
   2. Scroll down the page and download the RStudio Desktop version for Windows.
   3. Open the downloaded .exe file and follow the installation instructions.

3. Step 3: Verify Installation

   1. Open RStudio from your Start menu.
   2. In the console, you can type R.version to check if R is properly installed.
   3. In the RStudio console, you can also type 1 + 1 to check if RStudio is working.

With R and RStudio successfully installed, you're now equipped to embark on your data science journey with our workshop series. Each workshop will guide you through essential data science concepts and practical skills to help you make data-driven decisions and unlock insights from your data.

Let's get started on your path to becoming a data scientist!