Predicting the Future with Data
Most people treat data science like magic. This course shows you the logic computers use to find patterns in the past and make guesses about the future.
About this course
Many people talk about AI as if it is a black box that just knows things. In reality, it is a set of instructions for finding patterns. This course moves past the buzzwords to show you the logic behind how machines actually learn from information. You will learn to see data the way a computer does, by breaking it down into features it can measure and labels it can predict.
You will learn how to pick the right tool for different tasks. Sometimes you need to predict a specific number, like the price of a car. Other times you need to sort things into groups, like deciding if a transaction is fraud or not. We will look at how to handle messy, real-world data that often has gaps or errors. By the end, you will have a clear workflow for building your own predictions based on evidence rather than just a hunch.
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Skills you'll learn
Data Organization
Organize raw information into features and labels so a computer can process it correctly.
Model Selection
Choose between regression and classification tools based on the specific problem you are trying to solve.
Data Cleaning
Identify and fix missing or messy information that would otherwise make your predictions inaccurate.
Accuracy Testing
Use separate training and testing data to measure how well your model actually works before you trust it.
Syllabus
3 units • 9 lessons • 3 assessments
Learning activities
Every lesson gives you several ways to learn.
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