Getting Started with VS Code for Data Analysis
Step 1: Install Python
Go to [Link] and download the latest version of Python.
Make sure to check the box that says 'Add Python to PATH' during installation.
Step 2: Install VS Code
Visit [Link] and download the latest version.
Install and open VS Code after downloading.
Step 3: Install Extensions in VS Code
Open the Extensions tab in VS Code (Ctrl+Shift+X) and install these:
1. Python (by Microsoft)
2. Jupyter (for notebooks)
3. Pylance (for smart suggestions)
Step 4: Install Python Libraries
Open the terminal in VS Code (Ctrl+~) and type the following command:
pip install pandas matplotlib seaborn openpyxl jupyter
Step 5: Start a Jupyter Notebook
Create a new file with the .ipynb extension (e.g., [Link]).
This opens a notebook where you can run code in cells.
Sample Code to Read Excel File
import pandas as pd
df = pd.read_excel('[Link]')
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Getting Started with VS Code for Data Analysis
Why It's Perfect for You
- Familiar cell-based format like Excel
- Powerful charting with just a few lines
- Reproducible and efficient workflows