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What is codon?

The codon project was created to increase code sharing, consistancy of code and coding standards, and encourage collaboration. This repository contains Python functions for ease of use in workflows on platforms used within NHS Digital, such as Databricks.

Everything you need to use the repository should be available on the GitHub pages however if you require any more information or assistance then please email codon.library@nhs.net.

codonPython aims to reduce the barrier for entry for analysis and provide software development experience for those at a higher level of technical ability.

Wiki Content Guide

The best way to navigate the wiki is by using the menu on the right hand side but here are some useful pages to get you started:

New to GitHub?

Are you new to GitHub and/or Git? If so we have compiled a few guidance documents / links to videos that will get you up to speed.

This series of GitHub Videos introduce Branches, Forks and Pull Request, as well as the use of Command Line in Git.

How-to Guides / Useful Info

Using and contributing to codonPython

• Installing codonPython to enable use of the code.
• Forking and cloning the repository so that you can contribute.
• How to checkout a branch so that you can contribute.
• Useful Git commands

Glossary

Not used to lingo? Hopefully this jargon buster can help!

Again, if you need any further help please email codon.library@nhs.net