Introduction to Data Visualization with Python / Seaborn Online
What: This hands-on workshop will cover the basics of data visualization using Seaborn, a library for the Python programming language. We will cover how to create plots using numeric and categorical data, as well as the creation of multi-panel figures for data exploration and presentation.
Why: Seaborn is a great data visualization choice because it provides a high-level, user-friendly interface that allows users to create visually appealing and informative statistical graphics with minimal code. Its wide range of built-in plot types, polished default themes, and flexible customization options make it a powerful tool for both data exploration and data-driven reporting.
How: This is a free 1 hour hands-on workshop.
Where: Online via Zoom (link provided upon registration).
Who: This seminar is open to all Harvard affiliates from all disciplines, and the public research community.
Prerequisites: Attendees don’t need much experience with Python, though a basic familiarity with the language will be helpful. We’ll want to get started right away, so please make sure to install JupyterLab or Jupyter Notebook (https://jupyter.org/install) prior to arrival. Alternatively, attendees are welcome to use Google Colab (https://colab.research.google.com) if they have existing Google accounts. Please contact James Capobianco if you encounter any difficulties with setup.
Instructor: James Capobianco, Research & Data Librarian, HKS Library and Research Services
Bring your data visualization questions, and join your peers to meet new people and learn new skills in a welcoming and encouraging environment!
- Date:
- Wednesday, August 12, 2026
- Time:
- 12:00pm - 1:00pm
- Time Zone:
- Eastern Time - US & Canada (change)
- Online:
- This is an online event. Event URL will be sent via registration email.
- Categories:
- Classes Data Management > RDM Seminar Series
Summer 2026 Research Data Management Seminar Series
Seminar Audience
- Seminars are free and open to all faculty, research staff, postdoctoral researchers, and students from all disciplines.
- In-person workshops are open to Harvard University ID holders only.
- Online webinars are open to the public research community.
- While content will focus on Harvard policies and resources, participants from other institutions may find the concepts useful.
Seminar Accessibility
- Harvard Library is committed to making our workshops accessible to everyone.
- If you require an accommodation to fully participate in the workshop, please contact Julie Goldman to discuss options.
Need help with data management? Feel free to book a 30 minute meeting slot with me.
Happy to help with data organization, cleaning, and sharing for fostering reproducible workflows and open science!