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Advanced SAS Programming Techniques

Master advanced SAS functions, arrays, hash objects, and formats for efficient data handling. Ideal for experts.

Master advanced SAS functions, arrays, hash objects, and formats for efficient data handling. Ideal for experts.

This course cannot be purchased separately - to access the complete learning experience, graded assignments, and earn certificates, you'll need to enroll in the full SAS Advanced Programmer Professional Certificate program. You can audit this specific course for free to explore the content, which includes access to course materials and lectures. This allows you to learn at your own pace without any financial commitment.

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Advanced SAS Programming Techniques

This course includes

17 Hours

Of Self-paced video lessons

Intermediate Level

Completion Certificate

awarded on course completion

Free course

What you'll learn

  • Use LAG, FINDC/FINDW, and COUNT functions to manipulate and analyze data

  • Perform pattern matching using PRX functions for data validation and standardization

  • Process repetitive code and perform table lookups using arrays

  • Sort data efficiently with hash and hash iterator objects

  • Create numeric templates using the FORMAT procedure

  • Develop custom functions with the FCMP procedure

Skills you'll gain

SAS Programming
Advanced Functions
Array Processing
Hash Objects
Data Manipulation
Custom Formats
PROC FCMP
Pattern Matching
Table Lookups
Statistical Programming

This course includes:

17 Hours PreRecorded video

43 assignments

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FullTime access

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There are 5 modules in this course

This comprehensive course focuses on advanced SAS programming techniques essential for efficient data manipulation and analysis. Students learn sophisticated methods within the DATA step and various procedures, progressing from advanced functions to complex data structures. The curriculum covers pattern matching using PRX functions, array processing for repetitive tasks and table lookups, hash and hash iterator objects for efficient data retrieval and sorting, custom numeric templates using PROC FORMAT, and creating user-defined functions with PROC FCMP. Through hands-on assignments and practical examples, learners develop the advanced programming skills necessary for the SAS Advanced Programmer certification.

Course Overview, Review, and Data Setup

Module 1 · 1 Hours to complete

Using Advanced Functions

Module 2 · 4 Hours to complete

Defining and Processing Arrays

Module 3 · 3 Hours to complete

Defining and Processing Hash Objects

Module 4 · 4 Hours to complete

Using Utility Procedures

Module 5 · 4 Hours to complete

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Instructor

Michele Ensor
Michele Ensor

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4,077 Students

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Advanced SAS Programming Expert and Technical Education Leader

Michele Ensor serves as a Senior Technical Training Consultant at SAS, specializing in advanced SAS programming techniques and certification preparation. Through her highly-rated Coursera course "Advanced SAS Programming Techniques," which has enrolled over 4,000 learners, she helps professionals master complex DATA step processing, advanced functions, arrays, and hash objects. Her teaching effectiveness is demonstrated by her exceptional 4.8/5 instructor rating, reflecting her ability to make complex programming concepts accessible to learners. Her course structure emphasizes practical applications through hands-on assignments and real-world examples, preparing students for the SAS Advanced Programmer certification. Her expertise spans utility procedures, custom functions, and advanced data manipulation techniques, making her a valuable contributor to SAS's educational initiatives.

Advanced SAS Programming Techniques

This course includes

17 Hours

Of Self-paced video lessons

Intermediate Level

Completion Certificate

awarded on course completion

Free course

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