Actions students have to take
You have to bring your own laptop computer and install the python software.
For the tutorial, you will need to install the Python langage together with some specific packages. You need to have a functional internet connection.
You can install a minimal Python or use Anaconda
Start by downloading Python 3.9 from this page.
Be careful to download the right version, i.e at least a Python 3 version !
Install the software.
Download Anaconda for Python 3.9 from this page and install the software.
Create an environment for this class
conda create --name ppd python=3.9
Open a console/terminal/command tool on your computer and type:
pip install matplotlib jupyter
or if you use Anaconda
activate ppd
conda install matplotlib jupyter
You should be able to use Jupyter Notebook wich is now installed on your computer.
jupyter notebook
Nothing works, try the launch binder badges whenever the appear below.
It is require to read this excellent introduction to the notebook.
It is require to read and try to execute this introductory notebook to the Python langage.
You can also have a look at one of these Python tutorials:
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Complete the exploration of the Senegalese tax and benefits system by doing the exercises.
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Install the survey capabilities of openfisca-senegal:
pip install openfisca-senegal[survey]
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We will manipulate dataframes: learn how to use them by having a look at this introduction
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Download the the second session notebook.