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Python in Excel: Why It Matters for Data Analysts

Here's another reason to learn Python in 2025.

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Frank Andrade
Jun 09, 2025
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Two years ago, Microsoft announced Python in Excel.

Microsoft said it was a significant evolution in the analytical capabilities available within Excel. They combined the power of Python with the flexibility of Excel.

This integration is another good reason to learn Python in 2025.

With this integration, you can write Python code in Excel cells, create advanced visualizations using libraries such as matplotlib and seaborn, and even apply machine learning techniques using libraries like scikit-learn and statsmodels.

Python in Excel will change the way Excel analysts work. Just a few months ago, it became generally available to eligible Enterprise and Business users. If you’ve recently taken one of my Python courses or are unsure whether to learn Python in 2025, keep reading.

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