Code anxiety club: Package It Up: Installing Software and Libraries
Date:
17/11/2026
Organised by:
UK Data Service
Presenter(s):
Jools Kasmire, Louise Capener, Nadia Kennar and Sarwat Qureshi
Level:
Entry (no or almost no prior knowledge)
Contact:
Research Operations
soss-research-operations@manchester.ac.uk
Venue: Online
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.
Package It Up: Installing Software and Libraries
Content:
- Learn how to install your programming language of choice (Python and R will be covered)
- Understand the available package managers and why they are useful for installing coding libraries
- Explore the benefits of ‘virtual environment’ and when they might be useful
To join this session, please follow the link to our livestream - 17 November 2026
Cost:
0.00
Website and registration:
Region:
North West
Keywords:
ICT and Software, Research Skills, Communication and Dissemination
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