PYTHON AND R: A SIDE-BY- SIDE EVALUATION FOR ANALYTICS EXCELLENCE

Authors

  • Rekha Raichal Apoorva S Seshadripuram First Grade College

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.29121/shodhkosh.v5.i1.2024.4187

Keywords:

Edward Soja, Third Space Theory, William Shakespeare, As You Like It, Forest of Arden, Spatial Dynamics, Identity Transformation, Social Relations, Liminality, Hybridity

Abstract [English]

• This paper compares Python and R Studio in the domain of data analytics, focusing on their capabilities, libraries, scalability, ease of use, and application suitability. Python, being a general-purpose language, is favored for machine learning and production systems, while R is tailored for statistical analysis and visualization. This study provides insights to help data scientists choose the appropriate tool based on specific requirements.


• The investigation focuses on a comparative analysis of Python and R in data analytics, particularly regarding their capabilities, ecosystems, scalability, ease of use, and application suitability.


• The analysis aims to determine the strengths and weaknesses of Python and R, helping data professionals choose the appropriate tool for specific requirements in data science and analytics.
• The study compared Python and R by evaluating their features, library ecosystems, performance, scalability, learning curves, and suitability for various applications. Sources included peer-reviewed articles, technical blogs, and industry whitepapers.
• Python is versatile and excels in data wrangling, machine learning, and production systems.
• R specializes in statistical analysis and visualization.
• Python has a broader application scope and better scalability for large datasets.
• R is preferred for statistical precision and high-quality graphics.
• Both languages have strong, complementary ecosystems.
• The findings reveal that Python and R are tailored for different purposes. Python is more suitable for general-purpose data manipulation and machine learning, while R is ideal for statistical research and detailed visualization. Combining their strengths can enhance data analytics workflows, emphasizing the importance of mastering both languages for maximum versatility

References

JetBrains Datalore Blog: A Comparison of Python vs. R for Data Science.

IBM Blog: Python vs. R: What’s the Difference?

QuickRead: Python vs R for Data Analysis: A Comprehensive Guide.

Ihaka, R. and Gentleman, R. (1996). R: A language for data analysis and graphics. Journal of Computational and Graphical Statistics, 5(3):299–314. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1080/10618600.1996.10474713

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Published

2024-06-30

How to Cite

Raichal, R. (2024). PYTHON AND R: A SIDE-BY- SIDE EVALUATION FOR ANALYTICS EXCELLENCE. ShodhKosh: Journal of Visual and Performing Arts, 5(1), 1305–1315. https://doi.org/10.29121/shodhkosh.v5.i1.2024.4187