Code Anxiety Club

Date:

19/05/2026

Organised by:

UK Data Service

Presenter:

Jools Kasmire

Level:

Entry (no or almost no prior knowledge)

Contact:

Bethan Jones
bethan.jones-4@manchester.ac.uk

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Venue: Online

Description:

Feeling overwhelmed by the command line? Confused by file pathways? Want to navigate the world of coding with confidence? Join the Code Anxiety Club!

Viewers can follow along as we work through common beginner topics while coding live for a quick half hour. No prior experience, installed software or setup required. Viewers can interact via the YouTube chat (you must have a YouTube account to comment) and we will try our best to answer your questions and comments.

There is no need to book a place, please follow the livestream link to join the session.

What programming language should I use? 

19 May, 13:30-14:00

Content:

  • Understand the differences between Python vs. R, and which one will suit your needs most.
  • Get to grips with specialist vs generalist languages and software.
  • Learn how your research question can guide your language choice, with case examples for each.

To join this session, please follow the link to our livestream - 19 May 2026

Cost:

Free

Website and registration:

Register for this course

Region:

International

Keywords:

Quantitative Data Handling and Data Analysis, ICT and Software


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