Software setup

Below are links to installing and setting up the software we will commonly use (whether you are on a PC or a Mac), along with links to useful software manuals:

Software installs

GitHub

We use GitHub for task management and software version control. Send your GitHub username to the group member in charge of setting up the GitHub repository, so that you can be added. If you have not used GitHub before, join GitHub and also either install GitHub desktop or install Git (Git for Windows here). You should also install git-lfs, which we will use to sync output files (typically pdfs) through GitHub.

Resources for learning git and GitHub workflow:

Slack

We use Slack for: (1) brief communications and questions that can be easily resolved without creating a formal GitHub issue; and (2) recording meeting notes. Download desktop and mobile apps for Slack.

Latex

We write papers in latex. You will need a latex compiler from MikTex as well as a text editor that integrates with MikTex. TeXstudio and WinEdt are two options, among others, you might consider.

Python

Python is a flexible object oriented programming language with many uses.

Stata

When possible, data analysis will be done in Stata. A university license may be available, or you can order Stata directly.

Matlab

Simulation and estimation routines that exceed Stata's capabilities will often be done in Matlab. A university license may be available, or you can order Matlab directly.

R

In some situations, data analysis will be done in R. Download R.
You may wish to use R Studio to edit R code.

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