This class is only available to students in the BS/MS Biotechnology or Bioinformatics 3+1 Programs.
Focuses on the fundamental programming skills required in the bioinformatics industry. Focuses on Python and R as the main programming language used. Topics include string operations, file manipulation, regular expressions, object-oriented programming, data structures, testing, program design, and implementation. Includes substantial out-of-classroom assignments. This course is offered at Northeastern University as BINF 6200.
Prerequisites
BIO 548 Bioinformatics Computational Methods. Northeastern BINF 6308, may be taken concurrently.