Getting Started with Excel for Data Analytics: From Basics to Data Cleaning.

Microsoft Excel is a spreadsheet program used to organize, calculate, and visualize data. Data analysis involves cleaning, organizing, and examining raw data to identify patterns for business decisions. Because raw datasets often contain duplicates, blank cells, or inconsistent entries, cleaning is essential for consistency. Users should work on duplicate sheets to preserve original data. Tools like filtering, formulas, Pivot Tables, and charts then allow users to analyze the cleaned information and extract meaningful business insights.