Introduction to Reproducible Data Science with R

Join The Institute for Research in Statistics and its Applications (IRSA) for a 1.5-day course aimed at R beginners who want to learn about its basic functions. Assuming no background in software or statistics, we will introduce you to some of the most useful, modern, and popular data analysis techniques. The open source data-analysis tool known as R is quickly becoming a leading programming language across the globe. Whether you are just beginning to utilize this tool or consider yourself an advanced user, check out this upcoming opportunity to engage with like minds and enhance your R skills. 

Topics Covered

  • Basic features of R and best practices for reproducible data science using R Markdown.

  • Uses of R for constructing visualizations, wrangling data, and producing simple numerical summaries.

  • A gentle introduction to statistical modeling including linear regression and logistic regression.

Cost

$75    UMN Students
$150  UMN Faculty and Staff
$300  General Admission

REGISTER HERE!

For more information visit the IRSA website. Questions? Contact us.

Start date
Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2019, 9 a.m.
End date
Thursday, Aug. 15, 2019, Noon
Location

Bruininks Hall, East Bank Campus

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