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Manipulate Text Like a Pro with stringr
This course teaches you how to master text manipulation in R using the stringr package. You'll start with essential string operations and progress to advanced pattern matching using regular expressions (regex). Through hands-on exercises, you'll learn how to clean, transform, and extract information from text data efficiently. The course covers both fundamental techniques and advanced string operations, including text normalization and integration with dplyr for comprehensive data processing. You'll practice with real-world examples, building the skills needed to handle complex text manipulation tasks. Whether you're cleaning messy text data, extracting specific patterns, or standardizing string formats, this course will give you the tools to manipulate text data like a pro.
Duration
7 Months
Institution
Microsoft
Format
Online
Eligibility Criteria
school
Academic Foundation
A recognized Bachelor’s degree or high school equivalent required for admission into Microsoft.
language
Language Proficiency
English proficiency required. IELTS, TOEFL, or standard medium-of-instruction certificates accepted.
Detailed Fees Breakdown
Base Tuition Fee
$54
Total Est. Investment
$54
Scholarships and early-bird waivers may apply. Contact admissions for exact institutional fees.
Academic Trajectory
Program Outcome
Graduates of the Manipulate Text Like a Pro with stringr program at Microsoft are equipped with global perspectives, ready to excel in international markets and top-tier career opportunities.