What Are the Best Books for Learning Data Analysis in Physics with Python?

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The discussion focuses on identifying the best reference books for learning data analysis techniques in physics using Python, particularly for analyzing large datasets from telescope arrays. The user seeks resources that cover programming applications and error analysis, as they are undertaking their first significant research project. A recommended resource is the book by Bevington, which is accessible at the provided link. The user emphasizes the need for guidance on advanced techniques such as Monte Carlo simulations.

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  • Understanding of error analysis in scientific research
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I'm looking for a good reference book on data analysis techniques for science (namely physics) that has a lot of programming applications and some decent error analysis coverage.

Right now I'm analyzing large datasets of telescope arrays and would like something to learn from as this is my first big research project I've undertaken. So far I've mainly been working in python on a cluster running scripts to reorganize/consolidate the data and need to be able to do more stuff like monte carlo simulations, etc.

Thanks in advance.
 
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For starters I can recommend
http://astro.cornell.edu/academics/courses/astro3310/Books/Bevington_opt.pdf
 

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