Course Outline
1. Introduction to Machine Learning
- Defining Machine Learning
- The evolution from data analysis to Machine Learning
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Typical business applications:
- Sales forecasting
- Customer segmentation
- Churn prediction
2. Bridging Data Analysis and Machine Learning
- Review: Managing data with Pandas
- Transitioning from descriptive to predictive analysis
- Framing a Machine Learning problem
3. Simplified Machine Learning Workflow
- Dataset preparation
- Dividing data into training and testing sets
- Model training
- Generating predictions
4. Data Preparation for Machine Learning
- Addressing missing values
- Encoding categorical variables
- Feature selection (introductory)
- Scaling (conceptual overview)
5. Supervised Learning (Hands-on Practice)
Regression
- Linear Regression
- Application: Forecasting numerical values (e.g., sales, demand)
Classification
- Logistic Regression
- Application: Predicting binary outcomes (e.g., churn, fraud)
6. Unsupervised Learning
Clustering
- K-means clustering
- Application: Customer segmentation
7. Model Evaluation (Simplified)
- Comparing training and test performance
- Accuracy (for classification)
- Understanding basic errors (for regression)
8. Interpreting Results
- Deciphering model outputs
- Identifying patterns and trends
- Converting findings into business insights
9. Practical End-to-End Example
- Loading the dataset
- Preparing and cleaning data
- Training a model
- Evaluating performance
- Extracting insights
Requirements
Prerequisites
- Foundational knowledge of Python
- Proficiency with Pandas and handling datasets
- Comprehension of core data analysis principles
Target Audience
- Data Analysts
- Business Analysts possessing basic Python skills
- Professionals who have completed the Python for Data Analysis course or equivalent training
- Novices entering the field of Machine Learning
Testimonials (1)
I really liked the end where we took the time to play around with CHAT GPT. The room was not set up the best for this- instead of one large table a couple of small ones so we could get into small groups and brainstorm would have helped