Spot-checking algorithms is about getting a quick assessment of a bunch of different algorithms on your machine learning problem so that you know what algorithms to focus on and what to discard. In this post you will discover the 3 benefits of spot-checking algorithms, 5 tips for spot-checking on your next problem and the top […]
Machine learning is an iterative process rather than a linear process that requires each step to be revisited as more is learned about the problem under investigation. This iterative process can require using many different tools, programs and scripts for each process. A machine learning workbench is a platform or environment that supports and facilitates […]
There are a lot of machine learning books and courses available and a trend towards free university courses and ebooks. With so much excellent resources available it can feel overwhelming. So much so that it may prevent you from getting started or making progress. In this post I want to share with you my tips […]
There is no right way to get into machine learning. We all learn slightly different ways and have different objectives of what we want to do with or for machine learning. A common goal is to get productive with machine learning quickly. If that is your goal then this post highlights five common mistakes programmers […]
There are a lot of good books on machine learning, but most people buy the wrong ones. A question I get asked the most is what books should people buy to get stared in machine learning. My answer to beginners is: “don’t buy textbooks“. In this post I want to point out a few key […]
Implementing a machine learning algorithm in code can teach you a lot about the algorithm and how it works. In this post you will learn how to be effective at implementing machine learning algorithms and how to maximize your learning from these projects. Let’s get started. Benefits of Implementing Machine Learning Algorithms You can use […]
When making a start in a new field it is common to feel overwhelmed. You may lack confidence or feel as though you are not good enough or that you are lacking some prerequisite. You will explore these issues in this post and learn that such feelings can lead to actions that can consume a […]
Programming is a part of machine learning, but machine learning is much larger than just programming. In this post you will learn that you do not have to be a programmer to get started in machine learning or find solutions to complex problems. Programming Machine Learning Machine learning algorithms are implemented in code. Programmers like […]
I have seen people that think that they need to get a degree in machine learning. I am all for degrees, I just don’t think they are for everyone. I also know that you can get started in machine learning and go far without a degree. In this post I will convince you that you […]
Practitioners of practical subjects can suffer from math envy. This is where they think that mathematicians are smarter than they are and that they cannot excel in a subject until they “know the math”. I have seen this first hand, and I have seen it stop people from getting started. In this post, I want […]
