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R Programming Essentials with Microsoft Tools
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R Programming Essentials with Microsoft Tools

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Instructor: Microsoft

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

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19 hours to complete
3 weeks at 6 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

Recommended experience

19 hours to complete
3 weeks at 6 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

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This course is part of the Microsoft R Programming for Everyone Professional Certificate
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There are 6 modules in this course

In this first module, you'll become familiar with R, a language used to organize, analyze, and visualize data in your workplace. You will set up your workspace in Microsoft Visual Studio Code, learn how to navigate the basic interface, and start writing your first simple commands. This module will guide you step-by-step from the very start.

What's included

8 readings2 assignments1 ungraded lab1 plugin

In Module 2, you'll learn important building blocks for working comfortably with data using R. You will practice creating and using variables, managing different kinds of data structures, like vectors and tables, and start making decisions in your code using conditional statements and loops. You will also write simple, reusable functions to save time and handle common workplace tasks effectively.

What's included

6 readings2 assignments2 plugins

In this module, you'll learn practical skills to bring data into R, organize it clearly, and tidy things up when data isn't perfect (which is common in the workplace). You'll also find out how to do simple calculations and create straightforward reports to summarize information clearly for your team. This will help you feel more confident using R to handle everyday data tasks at work.

What's included

5 readings3 assignments

In this module, you'll learn how to keep track of your work and collaborate using Git and GitHub, tools many professionals rely on to manage their work projects efficiently. You'll also discover how to use GitHub Copilot, an AI assistant that guides and supports you while writing code, simplifying tasks and saving you valuable time. By the end, you'll have strategies to manage your projects, use AI assistance confidently, and document your coding steps for yourself and your coworkers.

What's included

3 readings1 assignment

In this final module, you'll plan and complete your own practical R programming project, applying everything you've learned to solve a realistic workplace challenge. You'll organize your work, write simple documentation, and share your completed project using GitHub, just like professionals do. By the end, you'll have a complete project to showcase and discuss with colleagues or in an interview.

What's included

3 readings

This is a placeholder module for all Ungraded Lab builds. We will move these to the appropriate course placement when build is complete.

What's included

1 programming assignment8 ungraded labs

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