Genomics Data Analysis with Web Resources

Genomics generates vast amounts of data daily, but you do not need to be a professional programmer to start making sense of it. Web-based portals and public databases provide powerful, accessible interfaces to analyze genetic information without complex local software installations. This text-based course guides you through the foundational concepts of genomics and the practical use of web resources to locate, retrieve, and analyze sequence data. You will gain the confidence to handle genetic datasets and run basic bioinformatics analyses directly in your browser. What you'll learn: - Understand essential genomic data formats including FASTA, FASTQ, and VCF - Navigate major biological databases such as NCBI, Ensembl, and the UCSC Genome Browser - Perform sequence alignments and database searches using BLAST and web-based alignment tools - Analyze genetic variants and annotate mutations using web-based prediction software - Practice building reproducible analysis workflows using the web-accessible Galaxy platform - Explore modern cloud portals and APIs for retrieving genomics data programmatically The course begins with a clear introduction to genomic terminology and data structures before guiding you step-by-step through practical, text-based walkthroughs of key web tools and platforms. Designed for beginners in biology, medicine, or data science, this course requires no prior programming experience or advanced bioinformatics knowledge. Begin exploring the world of genomics data today through clear, written instructions.