LOCATION: K018, 1737 Cambridge St. Cambridge, MA This class will introduce common data management techniques in Stata. Topics covered include basic data manipulation commands such as: recoding variables, creating new variables, working with missing data, and generating variables based on complex selection criteria. Participants will be introduced to strategies for merging datasets (adding both variables and observations), and collapsing datasets. This workshop is intended for users who have an introductory level of knowledge of Stata software. This workshop is free for Harvard and MIT... Read more about Data Management in Stata

REGISTER February 9, 2018 - 1:30pm to 3:30pm Leader/Instructor Wendy Guan NON-HARVARD REGISTER An introduction to spatial analysis for various kinds of problem solving in a GIS environment. Examples of both raster and vector data-based spatial operations like overlay, buffering, and interpolation will be covered. Download Workshop Materials Location Training Workshops - Northwest Building

This hands-on class will provide a comprehensive introduction to graphics in Stata. Topics for the class include graphing principles, descriptive graphs, linear regression, factor variables, and post-estimation graphs. This is an introductory workshop appropriate for those with only basic familiarity with Stata. Prerequisite: a general familiarity with Stata (such as taking the Introduction to Stata workshop). This workshop is free for Harvard and MIT affiliates. Click here to sign up! Instructor: Ista Zahn Location: Rm K018, 1737 Cambrdige St. (CGIS Knafel Building) For details and... Read more about Regression and Graphing in Stata

An introduction to Quantum GIS for beginners, this workshop will cover the basic methods for opening various data formats, dealing with projections, joining tabular data to vector GIS layers, symbolization, and exporting data. No previous knowledge of GIS or statistics is required.

This hands-on workshop will take you through the steps of using git and Github, to track changes, revert to older versions, and share your files with other people. Visit http://bit.ly/iqss-git for details and registration information (requires HarvardKey). Read more about Version Control with Git/GitKraken

REGISTER September 16, 2016 - 1:30pm to 3:30pm Leader/Instructor Jeff Blossom NON-HARVARD REGISTER The ability to 'wrangle' various forms of data into a GIS is necessary in order to produce maps or analysis. Students will learn how to convert and properly geo-reference raw data in text form into GIS format, find and import relevant publicly available data, and produce a map of the results. The same workshop will be offered in Longwood campus. The Date/Time is to be scheduled. Please check it back later. Location Training Workshops - Northwest Building

If you are having trouble installing Python for use in an upcoming workshop or you are uncertain about whether your current version of Python is appropriate for the workshops, please attend this session where we will make sure you are fully prepared to take advantage of the workshop. If for some reason you can't make it to this session, please email help@iq.harvard.edu and we can set up a meeting. Read more about Python Installation Session

The Research Computing Environment (RCE) is a large powerful computer cluster that you can use for computations that are too large to be conveniently done on a personal computer. This workshop will introduce you to the features available on the RCE and show you how to use the system effectively. This workshop is free for Harvard and MIT affiliates. Click here to sign up! For details and registration information, please contact us at researchconsulting_support@help.hmdc.harvard.edu Read more about Introduction to the Research Computing Environment (RCE)

This workshop will introduce you to the Unix shell, a power tool that allows people to do complex things with just a few keystrokes, combine existing programs in new ways, and automate repetitive tasks. Visit http://bit.ly/iqss-shell for details and registration information (requires HarvardKey). Read more about Automating work with the Unix Shell

Learn about the easy new tools Esri has created that take advantage of all the powerful mapping capabilities. ArcGIS Online and Esri Maps for MS Office give you the power of GIS without the learning curve. Do drag-and-drop mapping, geocoding, routing and visualizations outside of ArcGIS Desktop. Create interactive web maps you can embed in your own blog, web page or PowerPoint slide. Learn about Esri's ready-to-use content. Find data, create a web map, and share it - all in about five minutes.

REGISTER February 9, 2018 - 1:30pm to 2:45pm Leader/Instructor Jeff Blossom NON-HARVARD REGISTER Brief introduction to GIS, and the CGA workshop training series, to help students determine workshops that are appropriate for their individual needs. Students will use online and desktop GIS software.

This introduction to the popular ggplot2 R graphics package will show you how to create a wide variety of graphical displays in R, using techniques such as layering, mapping variables to aesthetics, working withr scales, faceting, and themes. Visit http://bit.ly/iqss-rgraphics for details and registration information (requires HarvardKey). Read more about Introduction to R Graphics with ggplot2

REGISTER March 9, 2018 - 1:30pm to 3:30pm Leader/Instructor Jeff Blossom NON-HARVARD REGISTER Location Training Workshops - Northwest Building

This hands-on, intermediate R course will guide users through a variety of programming functions in the open-source statistical software program, R. This workshop is free for Harvard and MIT affiliates. Click here to sign up!

REGISTER December 9, 2016 - 9:30am to 4:30pm Leader/Instructor Jeff Blossom Ben Lewis NON-HARVARD REGISTER Location: Room B129, the Northwest Building, 52 Oxford Street, Cambridge MA. Registration Schedule: Registration deadline: Tuesday, 12/06/15 @ 1:00 PM. $25 Registration fee deadline: Friday, 12/09/15 @ 9:30 AM. Workshop date: Friday, 12/09/15 @ 9:30AM How to Apply: For Harvard Affiliates, please submit your application by clicking the"REGISTER" button (HUID login required). For Non-Harvard applicants, please submit your application by clicking the "NON-HARVARD REGISTER" button. Required... Read more about GIS for the Humanities and Social Sciences 2016