Complete SAS programming guide : learn SAS and become a data ninja.

Format:

• Video

Contributor:

• Dedic, Ermin, presenter.
• Packt Publishing, publisher.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

• Computer programming.
• SAS (Computer file).

Physical Description:

1 online resource (1 video file (11 hr., 32 min.)) : sound, color.

Edition:

[First edition].

Place of Publication:

[Place of publication not identified] : Packt Publishing, 2022.

Summary:

SAS programming continues to be the language of choice for most enterprises/corporations. In 2018, 92% of Fortune 100 companies used SAS. It is the go-to for many industries, including banking/finance, insurance, healthcare, pharmaceutical, and automotive. The first part of the course utilizes the Data Step; the second part looks at SAS SQL, and the third part looks at Macro Programming/Programs. The author has added a section on SAS predictive modeling using logistic regression. Here, we will build a SAS Model. In other words, we will build a predictive model (also known as predictive analytics) while following critical principles to ensure we get things right. This course is also developed to help you become SAS Certified Specialist: Base Programming certified. By the end of this course, you will learn how to code in the SAS programming language, to help you start a career/gain employment, or move up at your current company. If you are studying SAS at a post-secondary institution, this course can not only help you with school projects but prepare you for a career after you complete your education. Disclaimer: This course uses a commercial license from WPS. Learning SAS programming means that you will be able to accomplish the same goal on any software that supports the SAS language. The author personally uses WPS. What You Will Learn Discover the data step, the primary way to program in SAS Learn about the proc step that is utilized for more particular tasks Apply SAS SQL, the SAS interpretation of SQL Look at the practical application of SAS SQL Learn the fundamentals of Macro facility Look at SAS predictive modeling and evaluation metrics Audience This course is designed for the users of the SAS Enterprise Guide, as being able to code inside of EG is the next natural step and skill to obtain. Individuals that are considering a career or want to gain employment with the biggest corporations/enterprises out there along with the ones looking to become SAS Certified Specialist: Base Programming will gain a lot from this course. The students new to SAS syntax and or looking for a refresher will learn and enjoy this course thoroughly. No prior programming knowledge is required to take this course but only a stable internet connection. About The Author Ermin Dedic: Ermin Dedic started his studies by studying psychology for six years. He received his bachelor's degree from the University of Ottawa, Canada, and his master's degree from the University of Calgary, Canada. Ermin also spent two years in a master's program (school/child psychology) at the University of Calgary before voluntarily withdrawing, in part to focus more on his teaching. It was through academia that he was introduced to and fell in love with statistics and statistical programming with SAS. He is passionate about making education accessible and fun for students. Ermin believes that students learn better when they feel the passion that the instructor has for the content.

Notes:

• OCLC-licensed vendor bibliographic record.
• "Published in December 2022."

ISBN:

• 9781837633531
• 1837633533

OCLC:

1357158164