Data Analytics

Data analytics is the collection, transformation, and organization of data in order to draw conclusions, make predictions, and drive informed decision making. Learn more about data analytics and career opportunities with these resources.

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[Featured Image] Two programmers discuss the uses of eigenvector centrality as they sit in front of several computer monitors in an office setting.

Understanding Eigenvector Centrality and Its Uses

Discover the eigenvector centrality, a concept that helps predict patterns, making it useful in various sectors. Explore what it is and how it applies across several professional fields.

September 26, 2024

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[Featured Image] After attending a data analytics boot camp, a data analyst feels more confident as she presents to her colleagues, pointing to a screen filled with graphs and charts.

Data Analytics Boot Camp: What You Need to Know

A data analytics boot camp can help prepare you for an in-demand field. Learn more about data analytics boot camps and how to find the right one for your needs.

September 26, 2024

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[Featured Image] A project manager discusses the team’s approach to data lifecycle management to help keep everything on track.

What Is Data Lifecycle Management and Why Is It Important?

Explore the essential role data lifecycle management in helping your business meet its goals and objectives. Also, discover the different phases and benefits of the process to envision how it could work for your company.

September 26, 2024

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[Featured Image] Two programmers discuss the uses of eigenvector centrality as they sit in front of several computer monitors in an office setting.

Understanding Eigenvector Centrality and Its Uses

Discover the eigenvector centrality, a concept that helps predict patterns, making it useful in various sectors. Explore what it is and how it applies across several professional fields.

September 26, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] After attending a data analytics boot camp, a data analyst feels more confident as she presents to her colleagues, pointing to a screen filled with graphs and charts.

Data Analytics Boot Camp: What You Need to Know

A data analytics boot camp can help prepare you for an in-demand field. Learn more about data analytics boot camps and how to find the right one for your needs.

September 26, 2024

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Discover courses in data analytics

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Google

Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis, R Programming, SQL, Spreadsheet Software, Business Analysis, Business Communication, Data Visualization, Data Management, General Statistics, Big Data, Communication, Computer Programming, Data Science, Data Visualization Software, Databases, Exploratory Data Analysis, Extract, Transform, Load, Leadership and Management, Microsoft Excel, Problem Solving, Small Data, Statistical Programming, Tableau Software

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Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

IBM

Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis, Databases, Python Programming, SQL, Data Management, Data Mining, Data Science, Data Visualization, NoSQL, R Programming, Big Data, Microsoft Excel

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Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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IBM

Skills you'll gain: Python Programming, Microsoft Excel, Data Visualization, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis, Plot (Graphics), Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Visualization, Business Analysis, Business Communication, Communication, Databases, Human Resources, Planning, SQL, Data Management, Data Mining, Data Science, General Statistics, NoSQL, R Programming, Big Data, Cloud Computing, Computer Programming, Data Visualization Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Probability & Statistics, Regression

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Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

[Featured Image] A businessperson explains findings using data visualization tools to make the information easily understandable.

The Best Data Visualization Tools for Businesses

Data visualization brings data to life, making it understandable, memorable, and actionable. The right tools make that process even more accessible. Learn about the top data visualization tools to decide whether to implement them for your business.

September 26, 2024

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[Featured Image} A man working in information technology is looking at the closeness centrality in the company's network.

What Is Closeness Centrality?

When working with computer systems, you may need to find the most important nodes in the network. Closeness centrality helps. Learn more about closeness centrality, including how it’s calculated and real-world examples.

September 26, 2024

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[Featured Image] An instructor helps a learner become familiar with business intelligence tools.

A Guide to Business Intelligence Tools

Business intelligence tools can empower companies and leaders to make better decisions. Explore what they are, how to use them, and the different business intelligence tools available to help you choose the best options.

September 25, 2024

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[Featured image] Woman sits at her desk using the Array Formula in Google Sheets.

How to Use the Array Formula in Google Sheets

Explore how to use the ARRAYFORMULA function in Google Sheets, discover example formulas to try, and learn what common errors to avoid.

September 23, 2024

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[Featured image] Woman wearing green top sits across her laptop and writes down steps to add columns in Google Sheets for future reference.

How to Add Columns in Google Sheets

Learn how to add columns in Google Sheets with this step-by-step guide. Plus, explore common errors and how to avoid them.

September 23, 2024

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[Featured image] Woman wearing yellow top and black headphones sits on the ground and converts Excel into Google Sheets in her laptop.

How to Convert Excel to Google Sheets

Learn how to convert an Excel file to a Google Sheets file within Google Drive.

September 23, 2024

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[Featured image] Woman wearing headphones adds custom error bars on Google Sheets in her laptop.

How to Create Custom Error Bars in Google Sheets

Learn how to create custom error bars in Google Sheets in this step-by-step tutorial. Plus, discover alternatives to custom error bars and how to build your data analytics skills.

September 20, 2024

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[Featured Image] Two marketing professionals meet to discuss their company's customer analytics.

Customer Analytics: Types, Tools, and Benefits

Discover how customer analytics can benefit your business and how to start collecting and analyzing customer data.

September 20, 2024

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[Featured image] Woman sits on her couch as she uses her laptop to hide columns in Google Sheets.

How to Hide Columns in Google Sheets

Learn how to hide columns in Google Sheets with this step-by-step tutorial.

September 18, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] A project manager discusses the team’s approach to data lifecycle management to help keep everything on track.

What Is Data Lifecycle Management and Why Is It Important?

Explore the essential role data lifecycle management in helping your business meet its goals and objectives. Also, discover the different phases and benefits of the process to envision how it could work for your company.

September 26, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] A businessperson explains findings using data visualization tools to make the information easily understandable.

The Best Data Visualization Tools for Businesses

Data visualization brings data to life, making it understandable, memorable, and actionable. The right tools make that process even more accessible. Learn about the top data visualization tools to decide whether to implement them for your business.

September 26, 2024

Article

[Featured Image} A man working in information technology is looking at the closeness centrality in the company's network.

What Is Closeness Centrality?

When working with computer systems, you may need to find the most important nodes in the network. Closeness centrality helps. Learn more about closeness centrality, including how it’s calculated and real-world examples.

September 26, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] An instructor helps a learner become familiar with business intelligence tools.

A Guide to Business Intelligence Tools

Business intelligence tools can empower companies and leaders to make better decisions. Explore what they are, how to use them, and the different business intelligence tools available to help you choose the best options.

September 25, 2024

Article

[Featured image] Woman sits at her desk using the Array Formula in Google Sheets.

How to Use the Array Formula in Google Sheets

Explore how to use the ARRAYFORMULA function in Google Sheets, discover example formulas to try, and learn what common errors to avoid.

September 23, 2024

Article

[Featured image] Woman wearing green top sits across her laptop and writes down steps to add columns in Google Sheets for future reference.

How to Add Columns in Google Sheets

Learn how to add columns in Google Sheets with this step-by-step guide. Plus, explore common errors and how to avoid them.

September 23, 2024

Article

[Featured image] Woman wearing yellow top and black headphones sits on the ground and converts Excel into Google Sheets in her laptop.

How to Convert Excel to Google Sheets

Learn how to convert an Excel file to a Google Sheets file within Google Drive.

September 23, 2024

Article

[Featured image] Woman wearing headphones adds custom error bars on Google Sheets in her laptop.

How to Create Custom Error Bars in Google Sheets

Learn how to create custom error bars in Google Sheets in this step-by-step tutorial. Plus, discover alternatives to custom error bars and how to build your data analytics skills.

September 20, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] Two marketing professionals meet to discuss their company's customer analytics.

Customer Analytics: Types, Tools, and Benefits

Discover how customer analytics can benefit your business and how to start collecting and analyzing customer data.

September 20, 2024

Article

[Featured image] Woman sits on her couch as she uses her laptop to hide columns in Google Sheets.

How to Hide Columns in Google Sheets

Learn how to hide columns in Google Sheets with this step-by-step tutorial.

September 18, 2024

Article

Every day, data analytics powers business decisions and product innovations around the world. Data analysts are in high demand across many industries.

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