Unit 2: Working with Common Data Formats

Please make sure you meet the following prerequisites before continuing past Unit 1:

  1. You can log in to the class server, isp02.tacc.utexas.edu

  2. You have a strong working knowledge of Linux commands

  3. You have a strong working knowledge of the basic elements of Python3

  4. 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.