A spreadsheet is a digital tool that organizes data in rows and columns, forming a grid of cells. Each cell can contain text, numbers, or formulas that perform calculations or display results based on the data in other cells. Think of it as a versatile digital canvas for managing, analyzing, and presenting information. Here’s an […]
Cell references, or addresses, are a way to identify and locate specific cells within a spreadsheet. Imagine a spreadsheet as a grid with columns labeled by letters (A, B, C, etc.) and rows labeled by numbers (1, 2, 3, etc.). Each cell in the grid is uniquely defined by the combination of its column letter […]
A pivot table is a powerful and flexible tool used in spreadsheets to summarize, analyze, and present large amounts of data in a more organized and easy-to-understand format. Think of it as a magic wand that helps you quickly rearrange and explore your data to find meaningful insights and patterns. Let’s say you own a […]
VLOOKUP is a powerful function in spreadsheet programs like Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets. Imagine you’re a store manager and have two separate lists: one with product names and another with product prices. You want to find the price of a specific product without manually searching through the lists. That’s where VLOOKUP comes in handy! […]
Imagine you’re working with a spreadsheet for your small business and often perform repetitive tasks like formatting cells, calculating totals, or generating reports. Wouldn’t it be nice if there were a way to automate these tasks, so you can save time and focus on more important aspects of your business? That’s where spreadsheet macros come […]
Conditional formatting is a fantastic feature that allows you to automatically apply colors, fonts, or other styles to your spreadsheet data based on specific rules or conditions. It’s like a smart helper that highlights essential information for you, making it easier to analyze and understand your data. Imagine you own a small business, and you’re […]
Protected classes are specific categories or groups of people legally shielded from discrimination, ensuring they receive equal treatment and opportunities. These protections have been established to address historical and ongoing biases, prejudices, and unfair treatment certain groups face in various aspects of life, such as employment, housing, and education. Some common protected classes include race, […]
In today’s world, data is everywhere. We generate and use data in our everyday lives through devices such as smartphones, wearables, and even our cars. This glossary will introduce you to some common terms related to data, including different types of data, how it’s generated, and how it’s used. Bot: A bot is a program […]
Data is all around us! It’s the information that we gather and use to make decisions. This information can come from many sources, including people, machines, and technology. Let’s explore some examples of where data comes from. Interactions with Technology Our interactions with technology generate data. Every time we use a device, we create […]
Raw data is the initial set of data that is collected before any processing or analysis is done. This data can be obtained from various sources, depending on the industry. Below are some examples of different industries and the sources of raw data they use: Education: Student records: Schools maintain records of students’ grades, attendance, […]
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