sas-character-numeric-conversion

What problem does it solve?

Converts numeric character strings into the correct data types within SAS datasets to facilitate accurate numerical processing, sorting, and arithmetic operations.

Core Features & Use Cases

• Data Type Correction: Identifies and converts character variables that are meant to be numeric for accurate mathematical calculations.
• Data Cleanup: Converts character-based date variables to numeric dates for proper SAS handling and formatting.
• Integration with DATA Steps: Incorporates conversion steps into DATA step procedures to maintain clean data throughout the ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) process.

Quick Start

Run the following command to convert age_char from a character string to a numeric value: run input_skill.py;