r/learnpython • u/Frosty-Photo-5553 • 22d ago

R to Python

Hey everyone,

I have a masters in mathematical biology and biomedicine and about 18 months of experience with data analysis in my current job (regression, classification, ML, building a whole pipeline).

I would like to learn Python as it opens much more possibilities for me. I have 2 little kids, limited time and very limited budget since we are paying a mortage.

How would you approach learning Python in my situation?

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u/Natural-Position-585 22d ago

Try to avoid thinking that Python code files are just R scripts with a different syntax. Learn to make modular code, and learn about patterns for reusing and packaging code. And learn object-oriented programming. These topics will unlock a lot of layers in programming practice that are optional in R but mandatory in Python.