Data Science Training Program
Natalie Elphick
Yihang Xin
Knowing how to use the command line of your computer can save you a lot of time. In this workshop, you will learn how to navigate the Unix terminal. The only thing you need is a Mac or Linux laptop (you can use Windows if you can’t access a Linux machine). Topics to be covered include:
Part 1 (Introductory):
- What is the command line?
- Navigating the file system
- Installing software
- Files & permissions
- Downloading files from the internet
- Manipulating and searching text files
Part 2 (Intermediate):
- File Compression/decompression
- System variables
- Shell scripting
- Other helpful commands
- AWK - advanced text manipulation
Visit the workshop site for more details and materials.
Novice: This is an introductory workshop in the Computer Skills series. No prior experience required. There are no prerequisites.
This event is sponsored by UCSF Bakar Computational Health Sciences Institute.
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Dates
10:00am–12:00pm
10:00am–12:00pm
Location
OnlineAudience
Gladstone and UCSFContact(s)
The Gladstone Data Science Training Program was started in 2018 to provide trainees with learning opportunities and hands-on workshops to improve their skills in bioinformatics and computational analysis. This program offers a series of workshops throughout the year to enable trainees to gain new skills and get support with their questions and data.
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We want to effect positive change through our events and activities by providing a platform for discussions on important topics related to increasing diversity and inclusiveness in the sciences.