Speaking Many Languages: Finding Power and Joy in R and Python

Join us for a special PyData x R-Ladies x Rome R Users Group EVENT!

IN PERSON at Istituto Nazionale di Geofisica e Vulcanologia - INGV.IT
Registration for in person: https://www.meetup.com/pydata-roma-capitale/events/308302003
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ONLINE Attendees can use the zoom link on this page.

We’ll kick off the day with a warm welcome from R-Ladies & Rome R Users communities, followed by an inspiring opening talk and a series of dynamic 5-minute lightning talks from community members. Whether you’re joining in person or tuning in remotely, we’re excited to celebrate the power of open-source languages, data science, and community.

Schedule:

• 18:00 🚪 Doors open
• 18:15 🙌 Welcome from PyData Roma Capitale, R-Ladies Rome, and R User Group
• 18.30 🎤 "Speaking Many Languages: Finding Power and Joy in R and Python" – Federica Gazzelloni
• 19.00 ⚡ Lightning Talks (open mic, up to 5 minutes!)
• 19.30 🤝 Networking —share insights, spark new collaborations
• 20:00 👋 Close & goodnight (or if you want, join us for a multi-community dinner outside the venue!)

Opening Talk – Speaking Many Languages: Finding Power and Joy in R and Python
By Federica Gazzelloni
When I first started my journey in data science, I believed I had to “choose a side”—R or Python. But over time, I discovered that speaking more than one programming language isn’t about choosing sides; it’s about expanding perspectives. In this talk, I’ll share a bit of my personal story—how I came to learn both R and Python, what each has taught me, and how switching between them has enriched my work and opened unexpected doors. Along the way, I’ll walk through a few simple, side-by-side examples in both languages to highlight their strengths and unique styles. Whether you’re deeply rooted in one language or just starting out, I hope this talk leaves you feeling empowered to learn broadly, build confidently, and connect across communities.