Learn Scientific Programming with CodeAcademy-Style Resources

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around finding resources similar to CodeAcademy that focus on scientific programming, particularly in the context of physics and data science. Participants explore various programming languages and platforms suitable for this purpose.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation

Main Points Raised

  • One participant inquires about websites like CodeAcademy for scientific programming.
  • Another participant asks for clarification on which programming language is being considered.
  • A suggestion is made regarding Anaconda, a distribution for Python and Julia, which can set up a numerical computing environment.
  • Resources for scientific programming in Java are mentioned, specifically the Open Source Physics code and a related textbook used in college courses.
  • There is a mention of Python or C as potential languages of interest, emphasizing the need for resources aimed at physics or data science.
  • One participant expresses gratitude for the ebook shared by another participant.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants have not reached a consensus on specific resources, and multiple suggestions and preferences for programming languages remain. The discussion is open-ended with various viewpoints presented.

Contextual Notes

Some assumptions about the familiarity with programming languages and the specific needs for scientific programming resources are not explicitly stated. The discussion does not resolve which resource is the most suitable.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in scientific programming, particularly in the fields of physics and data science, may find this discussion relevant.

gerardofingurbe
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is there any site like codeacademy for scientific programming ?
 
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I don't know of a site but there's a distro for python and julia, two numerical computing languages called Anaconda that can setup your machine with a numerical computing environment.

http://quant-econ.net/jl/getting_started.html

and for scientific programming examples in Java there's the Open Source Physics code at:

www.compadre.org/osp

There's a book that goes with it that is used in college courses on the subject by Gould, Tobochnik and Christian:

http://physics.clarku.edu/sip/
 
maybe python or c , most important thing is that is aimed towards physics or data science
 
jedishrfu thanks for the ebook i'll check it out
 

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