"Does the number of rows make sense?"
Posted: Thu May 29, 2025 5:08 am
Why: Saving incorrect data is worse than not saving it at all. Simple checks catch common errors.
How: After transformation, quickly check a few rows, sums, or counts against your expectations from the raw list.
Simple Action:
"Are there any obviously missing values or corrupted entries?"
"Do the column headers look correct?"
"If I aggregated, does the total count/sum look reasonable?"
7.5. Automate If Repetitive (The Half-Step):
* Why: If you do the same "LIST TO DATA" process repeatedly (daily, weekly), manual execution is prone to error and time-consuming.
* How: Convert your steps into a reusable script (Python, R, shell script) and set up a simple scheduler (like cron on Linux/macOS, Task Scheduler on Windows, or a simple cloud function).
* Simple Action: Once you've perfected your script, set a reminder to run it regularly or explore list to data very basic scheduling options for your operating system. This is a "half-step" because true automation can be complex, but even basic scripting is a huge save.
By implementing these simple practices, you'll significantly enhance the reliability, reusability, and value of your "LIST TO DATA" efforts, preventing future headaches and ensuring your hard-earned insights are truly "saved."
How: After transformation, quickly check a few rows, sums, or counts against your expectations from the raw list.
Simple Action:
"Are there any obviously missing values or corrupted entries?"
"Do the column headers look correct?"
"If I aggregated, does the total count/sum look reasonable?"
7.5. Automate If Repetitive (The Half-Step):
* Why: If you do the same "LIST TO DATA" process repeatedly (daily, weekly), manual execution is prone to error and time-consuming.
* How: Convert your steps into a reusable script (Python, R, shell script) and set up a simple scheduler (like cron on Linux/macOS, Task Scheduler on Windows, or a simple cloud function).
* Simple Action: Once you've perfected your script, set a reminder to run it regularly or explore list to data very basic scheduling options for your operating system. This is a "half-step" because true automation can be complex, but even basic scripting is a huge save.
By implementing these simple practices, you'll significantly enhance the reliability, reusability, and value of your "LIST TO DATA" efforts, preventing future headaches and ensuring your hard-earned insights are truly "saved."