Introduction to Data Analysis
1. What is Data Analysis? Data Analysis is the process of collecting, cleaning, transforming, and interpreting data to discover useful information, draw conclusions, and support decision-making. It helps organizations understand patterns, trends, and insights hidden within data. In simple terms, data analysis turns raw data into meaningful insights. 2. Types of Data Data can be categorized into different types based on its nature: • Qualitative Data Non-numerical data Describes qualities or characteristics Examples: Gender, color, customer feedback • Quantitative Data Numerical data Can be measured and analyzed statistically Examples: Age, income, sales numbers • Discrete Data Countable values Examples: Number of students, number of products sold • Continuous Data Measurable values within a range Examples: Height, weight, temperature 3. Tools Used by Data Analysts Data analysts use various tools to work efficiently with data: Excel – Basic data analysis, calculations, and visual...