Driving Insights
with Python & Advanced Excel
This portfolio showcases my robust capabilities in data analytics and programming, honed through intensive training in Dr. Angela Yu's "100 Days of Code: The Complete Python Pro Bootcamp" and comprehensive Excel data analysis courses. Notably, the foundational Python skills acquired have been directly applied in the development of *all* my interactive online portfolios, showcasing a real-world, tangible application of my learning. I leverage these skills to extract actionable insights, automate processes, and build dynamic applications.
Program Overview: 100 Days of Code (Python)
I have completed a significant portion of Dr. Angela Yu's highly-rated "100 Days of Code: The Complete Python Pro Bootcamp" on Udemy. This immersive course emphasizes hands-on project-based learning, transforming beginners into professional Python developers through daily coding challenges. The curriculum covers a vast array of topics, from foundational programming concepts to advanced web development, data science, and automation.
Excel Data Analytics Expertise
My proficiency in Excel extends beyond basic spreadsheet management to advanced data analysis, visualization, and business intelligence tools. I leverage Excel to perform complex calculations, create insightful reports, and build interactive dashboards.
Core Excel Skills & Advanced Capabilities
Spreadsheets & Fundamentals
Mastery of Excel's core interface and foundational elements for efficient data organization.
Formulas & Functions: Dynamic Data Manipulation
Proficiency in a wide array of Excel formulas and functions for complex data calculations and logical operations.
Charts & Visualization: Communicating Data Effectively
Skill in creating various chart types to visually represent data, identify trends, and communicate insights clearly.
Advanced Spreadsheets & Collaboration
Advanced techniques for data organization, formatting, and collaborative work within Excel environments.
PivotTables & PivotCharts: Summarizing & Analyzing Large Datasets
Expertise in using PivotTables and PivotCharts for dynamic data summarization, analysis, and interactive reporting.
Advanced Data Analysis Tools (Add-ins)
Utilizing Excel's powerful add-ins for in-depth statistical analysis and scenario modeling.
Power Query: Data Transformation & Integration
Mastery of Power Query for connecting to diverse data sources, cleaning, and transforming data for analysis.
Power Pivot / DAX: Advanced Data Modeling & Calculations
Proficiency in Power Pivot for data modeling and DAX for creating powerful measures and calculated columns.
Python Programming Mastery
My journey through "100 Days of Code" has equipped me with a strong foundation in Python, enabling me to build diverse applications, automate tasks, and work with data effectively.
Core Python Concepts & Development Areas
Python Fundamentals & Control Flow
Solid understanding of Python's core syntax, data types, and control structures for building robust logic.
Data Structures & Comprehensions
Proficiency in organizing and manipulating data using Python's built-in structures and efficient comprehension techniques.
Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)
Foundational understanding and practical application of OOP principles for building structured and reusable code.
Error Handling & Debugging
Proficiency in identifying, handling, and debugging errors to ensure robust and reliable code.
File Handling & JSON Data
Skills in reading from, writing to, and updating files, including working with JSON data for structured storage.
APIs & Web Requests: Connecting to External Services
Proficiency in interacting with Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) to fetch and send data, enabling integration with various web services.
GUI Development with Tkinter
Skills in building graphical user interfaces (GUIs) for desktop applications using Python's Tkinter library.
Web Foundations: HTML & CSS
Fundamental knowledge of front-end web development, essential for understanding web-based data interactions and applications.
Key Projects & Applications
Practical application of my skills through diverse projects, demonstrating problem-solving, data manipulation, and application development.
Skills & Technologies
A comprehensive overview of the programming languages, tools, libraries, and analytical concepts mastered during my data analytics and programming journey.
Core Competencies & Technical Stack
Programming Languages
- Python (Proficient)
- SQL (Foundational)
- M Language (Power Query)
- DAX (Power Pivot)
- HTML5
- CSS3
Python Libraries & Frameworks
- Data Manipulation: Pandas, NumPy
- GUI Development: Tkinter, Turtle
- Web Requests/APIs: Requests
- Automation/Scripting: Smtplib, Datetime
- Web Scraping (Intro): BeautifulSoup (Course mention, but beyond Day 44)
- Machine Learning (Intro): Scikit-learn (Course mention, but beyond Day 44)
- Web Frameworks (Intro): Flask (Course mention, but beyond Day 44)
Data Analytics Tools & Concepts
- Microsoft Excel (Advanced)
- Formulas & Functions (Logical, Math, Statistical, Array, Lookup, Text, Date/Time)
- Charts & Data Visualization
- PivotTables & PivotCharts
- Analysis Add-ins & ToolPak
- Power Query (Data Transformation)
- Power Pivot (Data Modeling)
- Demand Forecasting (Conceptual)
- Data Cleaning & Preprocessing (Excel, Python)
- Exploratory Data Analysis (Excel, Python)
Development Environments & Version Control
- PyCharm, Jupyter Notebooks, Google Colab
- Git, GitHub (Basic for project sharing)
Core Programming Concepts
- Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)
- Error Handling & Exception Management
- Debugging Techniques
- File I/O
- API Integration
- Modular Programming
Growth & Learning Approach
My approach to mastering data analytics and programming is rooted in continuous learning, practical application, and a problem-solving mindset.
Key Learning & Professional Development Traits
- Problem Structuring: Ability to break down complex data problems into manageable components and design effective analytical solutions.
- Logical Reasoning: Strong capacity for analytical and logical thinking, crucial for debugging code and interpreting data insights.
- Debugging Proficiency: Developed systematic approaches to identify and resolve issues in code and data processes.
- Attention to Detail: Meticulous approach to data cleaning, coding, and analysis to ensure accuracy and reliability.
- Self-Learning & Adaptability: Proactive engagement with new tools and concepts in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.
- Project Management (Self-Directed): Ability to manage multi-day coding projects, breaking them into daily tasks and ensuring completion.
- Data Storytelling (Emerging): Developing the skill to translate complex data findings into clear, compelling narratives and visualizations.
- Persistence & Resilience: Commitment to overcoming coding challenges and complex analytical problems through iterative refinement.