In this week’s top 5, we highlight Python vs. R, an intro to Eclipse Che, 25 years of Linux in 5 minutes, tips for DIY makers, and using Sphinx to digitize books.

I’m on holiday in the US for Thanksgiving, so no video this week, but I’ll be back next week!

Top 5 articles of the week

5. How to use Sphinx to give an old book new life

Learn how to turn a hard copy book into a polished, web-based version of itself.

4. 4 tips for DIY makers

If you’re considering making your DIY project open, here are the four things you should consider.

3. 25 years of Linux in 5 minutes

Jeremy Garcia of LinuxQuestions.org and Bad Voltage (a podcast) delivers 25 years of Linux in five minutes in this video.

2. Introduction to Eclipse Che, a next-generation, web-based IDE

Eclipse Che is a web-based integrated development environment (IDE) and workspace.

1. Python versus R for machine learning and data analysis

Both the Python and R languages have developed robust ecosystems of open source tools and libraries that help data scientists of any skill level more easily perform analytical work.