Implement state-of-the-art techniques to visualize solutions to challenging problems in scientific computing, with the use of the SciPy stack About This Book Master the theory and algorithms behind numerical recipes and how they can be applied to real-world problems Learn to combine the most appropriate built-in functions from the SciPy stack by understanding the connection between the sources of your problem, volume of data, or computer architecture A comprehensive coverage of all the mathematical techniques needed to solve the presented topics, with a discussion of the relevant algorithms built in the SciPy stack Who This Book Is For If you are a mathematician, engineer, or computer scientist with a proficiency in Python and familiarity with IPython, this is the book for you. Some basic knowledge of numerical methods in scientific computing would be helpful. What You Will Learn Master relevant algorithms used in symbolic or numerical mathematics to address approximation, interpolation, differentiation, integration, root-finding, and optimization of scalar or multi-variate functions Develop different algorithms and strategies to efficiently store and manipulate large matrices of data, in particular to solve systems of linear equations, or compute their eigenvalues/eigenvectors Understand how to model physical problems with systems of differential equations and distinguish the factors that dictate the strategies to solve them Perform statistical analysis, hypothesis test design and resolution, or data mining at a higher level, and apply them to real-life problems in the field of data analysis Gain insights on the power of distances, Delaunay triangulations and Voronoi diagrams for Computational Geometry, and apply them to various engineering problems Familiarize yourself with different techniques in signal/image processing, including filtering audio, images, or video to extract information, features, or remove components In Detail The SciPy stack is a collection of open source libraries of the powerful scripting language Python, together with its interactive shells. This environment offers a cutting-edge platform for numerical computation, programming, visualization and publishing, and is used by some of the world's leading mathematicians, scientists, and engineers. It works on any operating system that supports Python and is very easy to install, and completely free of charge! It can effectively transform into a data-processing and system-prototyping environment, directly rivalling MATLAB and Octave. This book goes beyond a mere description of the different built-in functions coded in the libraries from the SciPy stack. It presents you with a solid mathematical and computational background to help you identify the right tools for each problem in scientific computing and visualization. You will gain an insight into the best practices with numerical methods depending on the amount or type of data, properties of the mathematical tools employed, or computer architecture, among other factors. The book kicks off with a concise exploration of the basics of numerical linear algebra and graph theory for the treatment of problems that handle large data sets or matrices. In the subsequent chapters, you will delve into the depths of algorithms in symbolic algebra and numerical analysis to address modeling/simulation of various real-world problems with functions (through interpolation, approximation, or creation of systems of differential equations), and extract their representing features (zeros, extrema, integration or differentiation). Lastly, you will move on to advanced concepts of data analysis, image/signal processing, and computational geometry. Style and approach Packed with real-world examples, this book explores the mathematical techniques needed to solve the presented topics, and focuses on the algorithms built in the SciPy stack.

Welcome to Scientific Python and its community. If you’re a scientist who programs with Python, this practical guide not only teaches you the fundamental parts of SciPy and libraries related to it, but also gives you a taste for beautiful, easy-to-read code that you can use in practice. You’ll learn how to write elegant code that’s clear, concise, and efficient at executing the task at hand. Throughout the book, you’ll work with examples from the wider scientific Python ecosystem, using code that illustrates principles outlined in the book. Using actual scientific data, you’ll work on real-world problems with SciPy, NumPy, Pandas, scikit-image, and other Python libraries. Explore the NumPy array, the data structure that underlies numerical scientific computation Use quantile normalization to ensure that measurements fit a specific distribution Represent separate regions in an image with a Region Adjacency Graph Convert temporal or spatial data into frequency domain data with the Fast Fourier Transform Solve sparse matrix problems, including image segmentations, with SciPy’s sparse module Perform linear algebra by using SciPy packages Explore image alignment (registration) with SciPy’s optimize module Process large datasets with Python data streaming primitives and the Toolz library

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A complete guide for Python programmers to master scientific computing using Python APIs and tools About This Book The basics of scientific computing to advanced concepts involving parallel and large scale computation are all covered. Most of the Python APIs and tools used in scientific computing are discussed in detail The concepts are discussed with suitable example programs Who This Book Is For If you are a Python programmer and want to get your hands on scientific computing, this book is for you. The book expects you to have had exposure to various concepts of Python programming. What You Will Learn Fundamentals and components of scientific computing Scientific computing data management Performing numerical computing using NumPy and SciPy Concepts and programming for symbolic computing using SymPy Using the plotting library matplotlib for data visualization Data analysis and visualization using Pandas, matplotlib, and IPython Performing parallel and high performance computing Real-life case studies and best practices of scientific computing In Detail In today's world, along with theoretical and experimental work, scientific computing has become an important part of scientific disciplines. Numerical calculations, simulations and computer modeling in this day and age form the vast majority of both experimental and theoretical papers. In the scientific method, replication and reproducibility are two important contributing factors. A complete and concrete scientific result should be reproducible and replicable. Python is suitable for scientific computing. A large community of users, plenty of help and documentation, a large collection of scientific libraries and environments, great performance, and good support makes Python a great choice for scientific computing. At present Python is among the top choices for developing scientific workflow and the book targets existing Python developers to master this domain using Python. The main things to learn in the book are the concept of scientific workflow, managing scientific workflow data and performing computation on this data using Python. The book discusses NumPy, SciPy, SymPy, matplotlib, Pandas and IPython with several example programs. Style and approach This book follows a hands-on approach to explain the complex concepts related to scientific computing. It details various APIs using appropriate examples.

Take your financial skills to the next level by mastering cutting-edge mathematical and statistical financial applications Key FeaturesExplore advanced financial models used by the industry and ways of solving them using PythonBuild state-of-the-art infrastructure for modeling, visualization, trading, and moreEmpower your financial applications by applying machine learning and deep learningBook Description The second edition of Mastering Python for Finance will guide you through carrying out complex financial calculations practiced in the industry of finance by using next-generation methodologies. You will master the Python ecosystem by leveraging publicly available tools to successfully perform research studies and modeling, and learn to manage risks with the help of advanced examples. You will start by setting up your Jupyter notebook to implement the tasks throughout the book. You will learn to make efficient and powerful data-driven financial decisions using popular libraries such as TensorFlow, Keras, Numpy, SciPy, and sklearn. You will also learn how to build financial applications by mastering concepts such as stocks, options, interest rates and their derivatives, and risk analytics using computational methods. With these foundations, you will learn to apply statistical analysis to time series data, and understand how time series data is useful for implementing an event-driven backtesting system and for working with high-frequency data in building an algorithmic trading platform. Finally, you will explore machine learning and deep learning techniques that are applied in finance. By the end of this book, you will be able to apply Python to different paradigms in the financial industry and perform efficient data analysis. What you will learnSolve linear and nonlinear models representing various financial problemsPerform principal component analysis on the DOW index and its componentsAnalyze, predict, and forecast stationary and non-stationary time series processesCreate an event-driven backtesting tool and measure your strategiesBuild a high-frequency algorithmic trading platform with PythonReplicate the CBOT VIX index with SPX options for studying VIX-based strategiesPerform regression-based and classification-based machine learning tasks for predictionUse TensorFlow and Keras in deep learning neural network architectureWho this book is for If you are a financial or data analyst or a software developer in the financial industry who is interested in using advanced Python techniques for quantitative methods in finance, this is the book you need! You will also find this book useful if you want to extend the functionalities of your existing financial applications by using smart machine learning techniques. Prior experience in Python is required.

Learn the nitty-gritty of Python 3 programming language by coding and executing programs seamlessly in a lucid manner KEY FEATURES ● Python 3 fundamentals, from data manipulation to control flow. ● Key concepts like data structures, algorithms, and Python applications, catering to a diverse audience. ● Beginner-friendly guide with step-by-step explanations and practical examples. DESCRIPTION Python 3's clear and concise syntax and extensive collection of built-in libraries and frameworks make it a powerful and versatile programming language. This comprehensive guide, "Mastering Python 3 Programming", is designed to take you from the ground up to proficiency, equipping you to create effective Python programs. This book provides an extensive overview of Python programming, covering a diverse range of topics essential for understanding Python 3. Each chapter explores key concepts like Unicode strings, functions and recursions, lists, tuples, sets, and dictionaries, along with advanced topics such as object-oriented programming, file handling, exception handling, and more. With detailed explanations and real-life examples, you will be able to build a strong understanding of Python 3. Throughout the book, you will find useful concepts and Python libraries explained clearly, along with case studies, executable programs, exercises, and easy-to-follow style. This book focuses on real-world Python applications, developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills. It prepares students for Python challenges, equipping them to contribute meaningfully in their fields. With a deep understanding of Python, students gain confidence to explore new opportunities and drive innovation. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN ● Set up IDLE for Python programming and execute programs. ● Adapt algorithm based problem-solving techniques. ● Utilize Python libraries for data visualization. ● Grasp data structures and common algorithms. ● Master decorators, file handling, exception handling, inheritance, polymorphism, and recursion in Python. WHO THIS BOOK IS FOR The target audience for this book includes undergraduate students from diverse academic backgrounds, including life sciences, mathematics, commerce, management, arts, and individuals who are new to computer science. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Introduction to Python 3 2. Algorithmic Problem Solving 3. Numeric Computations and Console Input 4. Unicode, Strings and Console Output 5. Selection and Loops 6. Functions and Recursion 7. Lists 8. Tuples, Sets, and Dictionaries 9. Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming 10. Inheritance and Polymorphism 11. File Handling 12. Exception Handling 13. Gems of Python 14. Data Structures and Algorithms using Python 15. Data Visualization 16. Python Applications and Libraries Appendix 1: Python Projects Appendix 2: List of Built-in Functions in Python Appendix 3: Answers to Review Questions

Become an expert at using Python for advanced statistical analysis of data using real-world examples About This Book Clean, format, and explore data using graphical and numerical summaries Leverage the IPython environment to efficiently analyze data with Python Packed with easy-to-follow examples to develop advanced computational skills for the analysis of complex data Who This Book Is For If you are a competent Python developer who wants to take your data analysis skills to the next level by solving complex problems, then this advanced guide is for you. Familiarity with the basics of applying Python libraries to data sets is assumed. What You Will Learn Read, sort, and map various data into Python and Pandas Recognise patterns so you can understand and explore data Use statistical models to discover patterns in data Review classical statistical inference using Python, Pandas, and SciPy Detect similarities and differences in data with clustering Clean your data to make it useful Work in Jupyter Notebook to produce publication ready figures to be included in reports In Detail Python, a multi-paradigm programming language, has become the language of choice for data scientists for data analysis, visualization, and machine learning. Ever imagined how to become an expert at effectively approaching data analysis problems, solving them, and extracting all of the available information from your data? Well, look no further, this is the book you want! Through this comprehensive guide, you will explore data and present results and conclusions from statistical analysis in a meaningful way. You'll be able to quickly and accurately perform the hands-on sorting, reduction, and subsequent analysis, and fully appreciate how data analysis methods can support business decision-making. You'll start off by learning about the tools available for data analysis in Python and will then explore the statistical models that are used to identify patterns in data. Gradually, you'll move on to review statistical inference using Python, Pandas, and SciPy. After that, we'll focus on performing regression using computational tools and you'll get to understand the problem of identifying clusters in data in an algorithmic way. Finally, we delve into advanced techniques to quantify cause and effect using Bayesian methods and you'll discover how to use Python's tools for supervised machine learning. Style and approach This book takes a step-by-step approach to reading, processing, and analyzing data in Python using various methods and tools. Rich in examples, each topic connects to real-world examples and retrieves data directly online where possible. With this book, you are given the knowledge and tools to explore any data on your own, encouraging a curiosity befitting all data scientists.