Automation and Scripting with Python [Week 16]-Optional
Data analysts frequently deal with repetitive tasks—things like daily report generation, data cleaning, and database updates. Python allows you to automate these processes.
Concepts to Master:
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Automation with Python: Automate repetitive tasks like fetching data from a database or cleaning a dataset.
- Example: Write a Python script that automatically downloads and cleans the latest sales data every day.
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Scheduling Jobs: Use libraries like
schedule
or integrate Python with cron jobs to schedule tasks.- Example: Schedule a Python script to run a weekly report and email the results to the sales team.
Why Automation Matters:
Automation is a huge time-saver. Automating routine tasks not only makes you more efficient but also ensures consistency and accuracy in data handling.