Transition from Python Data Analysis to Elixir: A Case Study on Statistical Calculations

Herminio Torres shares his experiences transitioning from data analysis in Python to using the Elixir programming language. Initially, he strengthened his Python skills by completing a Data Analysis course at freeCodeCamp, earning a certification. However, he also delved into the Elixir ecosystem, particularly the numerical computing library Nx, as well as the data visualization tools Explorer and VegaLite. Herminio decided to challenge himself further by re-implementing a Python-based Mean-Variance-Standard Deviation Calculator in Elixir using Nx. The article provides an insight into setting up the Elixir project, defining the challenge, offering a solution, and includes sample Elixir functions and unit tests that demonstrate how to perform the calculations. The author emphasizes his intent to continue documenting his journey and sharing tutorials as he progresses through the transition from Python to Elixir for data analysis tasks.