Are you looking to learn new data or computational skills? We provide regular workshops, access to online learning resources, and guides to help you learn new skills and use our services effectively. Enhance your abilities, expand your expertise, and discover how to optimize your research at one of our Research Computing and Data Services (RCDS) sessions. Select from various 60- and 90-minute workshops available online and in-person.
Workshop RegistrationArtificial Intelligence for Research
The Artificial Intelligence for Research (AIR) workshop series provides practical advice and examples on how to effectively and securely utilize AI in your research. From writing code to training Large Language Models (LLMs), our Data Scientists will walk you through the tools and tips you'll need.
Topics in Research Computing
The Topics in Research Computing Series is an eight-session workshop series that will show you how you can scale up your computational research in ways you might not have thought possible. Sessions meet via Zoom on Thursdays at 1 p.m. CST and most are 90 minutes in length.
Next Steps in Python
Next Steps in Python is a seven-part series covering intermediate Python skills, tips, and tricks guaranteed to make your coding life easier. You do not need to attend each session to participate - there is a new lesson each week. Each one-hour session meets via Zoom on Wednesdays at noon CST.
Next Steps in R
Expand your R skills beyond the basics at these one-hour remote lessons. Each week there is a new topic. Each one-hour session meets via Zoom on Tuesdays, at noon CST.
Data Management
Explore options for organizing, sharing, and moving research data in secure and efficient ways in these virtual workshops.
Data Science, Statistics, and Visualization
Learn statistical analysis methods, data visualization techniques, best practices for coding, and more.
Genomics Compute Cluster
The Genomics Compute Cluster (GCC) is a part of Northwestern University's high-performance computing (HPC) cluster, Quest. New users are strongly encouraged to watch our "Introduction to Quest" video series as GCC orientation will cover specifics of using the GCC but assumes some familiarity with HPC systems. These orientation sessions provide an overview of the GCC resources available and focus on best practices for submitting jobs and managing data with those resources. Orientation sessions also include some review of Quest command line utilities. New users are asked to register for an orientation session upon submitting an application to join the GCC, but existing users or those curious about the service are welcome to register and attend as well. Sessions are offered on multiple dates and times in Chicago, Evanston, or virtually.
Contact Us
Request customized workshops or training for your group.
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Learning Resources
Learning Resources
- Resource Guides: Research Computing and Data Services team members have curated lists of free books, videos, online courses, tutorials and other materials to help you learn R, Python, SQL, git, and more.
- O’Reilly Online Learning: Northwestern University Libraries provides online access to many popular books and other resources covering programming, software development, data visualization, machine learning, and other technology topics. Register for an account. with a Northwestern email address by clicking “Institution not listed?”; once you have an account, you can log in directly.
- LinkedIn Learning: Northwestern Human Resources provides access to courses on a wide range of technology topics, including databases, programming, and data analysis.
- Quest User Guide and Documentation: your guide to using Northwestern’s high-performance computing cluster.
Talk to a Consultant
Are you looking for help from a person instead? We can meet with you one-on-one to answer questions on using computational and data resources and methods in your research.