CHAPTER 1
GETTING STARTED WITH PYTHON FOR FINANCE
INTRODUCTION
In the constantly evolving field of finance, professionals and enthusiasts must stay up to date with the latest tools and methodologies. One such tool that has gained substantial traction in finance is the Python programming language. This chapter will introduce the dynamic world of Python and its potential in finance and financial data analysis. Initially conceived in the late 1980s for students’ software engineering skills training, Python has become an impressive part of the world of finance and FinTech as one of the most popular analytical tools. With its simplicity and expansive ecosystem of libraries, the tool has become an indispensable asset for financial analysts, quantitative ...
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