Introduction to Statistics and Probability Theory

Abstract

This chapter introduces the basics of statistics and probability theory that will be used throughout the book. Specifically, it introduces the concepts behind descriptive statistics, including aspects of using visualization of means, medians, and modes, as well as distribution visualizations to understand your data for further analysis. It also introduces inferential statistics, specifically discussing t-tests and ANOVA, discussing the assumptions used for each of the tests and outputs. The chapter also includes labs where we use real game data to give you a practical understanding of how to apply these concepts and tests and how to interpret the meaning of the results you get from each test and method.