Profile Data Using the pandas_profiling Python Package

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Profile Data Using the pandas_profiling Python Package

In this lab, we will load a CSV file into a pandas DataFrame. Once loaded, we will use the `pandas_profiling` package to generate a profile report on the data. We will then view this report using a web browser. Basic Python programming skills will be required for this lab. If you need a refresher, check out the following course: - [Certified Associate in Python Programming Certification](https://acloud.guru/overview/8169e8e7-91a7-4d92-b278-4dd08c787dc6)

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Lab Info

Level

Intermediate

Last updated

Sep 09, 2025

Duration

30m

Challenge

Install pandas_profiling

Install the pandas_profiling package using pip. Be sure to use Python version 3.
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Load the CSV File into a DataFrame

Load the provided CSV file into a pandas DataFrame object.
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Generate the Report and Save to a File

Generate the profile report, and save it to a file named profile_report.html
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Start a Simple Web Server on Port 8080

Lastly, start a simple web server using the HTTP module listening on port 8080 to make the report accessible.

You can access the report at: http://PUBLIC_IP:8080/profile_report.html. Replace PUBLIC_IP with the public IP address of the lab instance.

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