Unit 2: Working with Common Data Formats
Please make sure you meet the following prerequisites before continuing past Unit 1:
You can log in to the class server, isp02.tacc.utexas.edu
You have a strong working knowledge of Linux commands
You have a strong working knowledge of the basic elements of Python3
You have a strong working knowledge of version control with Git
In Unit 2, we will begin to explore and work hands-on with essential data formats that we will use throughout the course. We will primarily be using Python3 to interact with and manipulate the data. Sample data sets for illustration purposes will be downloaded from various sources, including NASA’s open data site.