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CSC 306 Statistical Computing Assignment

The document outlines the installation procedures for Python and essential libraries for data analysis, including steps to verify the installation. It also provides a simple Python program to draw a rectangle using asterisks. Additionally, it describes the functions of four key Python libraries: Pandas, NumPy, SciPy, and Matplotlib.

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CSC 306 Statistical Computing Assignment

The document outlines the installation procedures for Python and essential libraries for data analysis, including steps to verify the installation. It also provides a simple Python program to draw a rectangle using asterisks. Additionally, it describes the functions of four key Python libraries: Pandas, NumPy, SciPy, and Matplotlib.

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CSC 306 - Statistical Computing Assignment

1) Procedures for Installing Python and Libraries for Data


Analysis

Step 1: Download Python from [Link] and install it. Ensure you check 'Add Python
to PATH' before clicking Install Now.
Step 2: Verify installation by opening Command Prompt or Terminal and typing:
python --version

Step 3: Install required libraries using pip:


pip install pandas numpy scipy matplotlib

2) Python Program to Draw a Rectangle Using Asterisks

rows = 5
columns = 10

for i in range(rows):
for j in range(columns):
print("*", end="")
print()

3) Functions of the Four Python Libraries

Pandas: Used for data analysis and manipulation. Works with DataFrames and handles CSV/Excel
files.
NumPy: Used for numerical computations and array operations.
SciPy: Used for scientific and statistical computations.
Matplotlib: Used for creating graphs and data visualizations.

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