Learning SAS by example
Ronald P. Cody
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Learning SAS by example
Published
2007
Publisher
SAS Institute
Pages
626
ISBN-13
9781599941653
ISBN-10
1599941651
Description
If you like learning by example, then this straightforward book makes it easy to learn SAS programming. In an instructive and conversational tone, author Ron Cody clearly explains each programming technique and then illustrates it with one or more real-life examples, followed by a detailed description of how the program works. The text is divided into four major sections: Getting Started; DATA Step Processing; Presenting and Summarizing Your Data; and Advanced Topics. Subjects addressed include: Reading data from external sources Learning details of DATA step programming Subsetting and combining SAS data sets Understanding SAS functions and working with arrays Creating reports with PROC REPORT and PROC TABULATE Learning to use the SAS Output Delivery System Getting started with the SAS macro language Introducing PROC SQL You can test your knowledge and hone your skills by solving the problems at the end of each chapter. (Solutions to odd-numbered problems are located at the back of this book. Solutions to all problems are available to instructors by visiting the book's companion Web site for details.) This book is intended for beginners and intermediate users. Readers should know how to enter and submit a SAS program from their operating system. Includes a CD-ROM with the example code, data sets, and solutions to odd-numbered problems.
Subjects
Reconfigurable Processor Array A Bit Sliced Parallel Computer (USA)
SQL for Dummies
Artificial Intelligence and Soft Computing
Designing Data-Intensive Applications
Database system concepts
A first course in database systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Learning SAS by example?
This edition of Learning SAS by example has approximately 626 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Learning SAS by example?
For most readers, Learning SAS by example typically takes between 13h 3m and 8h 42m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 156,500 words and common reading speeds.
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What is the word count of Learning SAS by example?
The estimated word count for Learning SAS by example is approximately 156,500 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
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Who is the author of Learning SAS by example?
Learning SAS by example was written by Ronald P. Cody.
When was Learning SAS by example published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2007. The original work may have been published on a different date.