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Data Science - Supervised Machine Learning in Python

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Data Science - Supervised Machine Learning in Python

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

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6 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

Recommended experience

6 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Understand and implement K-Nearest Neighbor (KNN) algorithm

  • Master Naive Bayes for both continuous and discrete data

  • Build and optimize decision trees for classification

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September 2026

Assessments

7 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 8 modules in this course

This module provides an overview of the course structure, essential tips for success, and a review of foundational concepts necessary for the rest of the course. Learners will gain clarity on course expectations and resource locations while reinforcing key prior knowledge.

What's included

4 videos

This module explores the K-Nearest Neighbor (KNN) algorithm, covering its intuition, core concepts, code implementation, and real-world challenges. Learners will understand how KNN works, when it fails, and how to tune it effectively for better performance. The module also includes hands-on practice with Python and the MNIST dataset.

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9 videos1 assignment

This module covers the fundamentals of Bayesian classifiers, including their application to both continuous and discrete data, the Naive Bayes algorithm, and advanced techniques like Linear Discriminant Analysis (LDA) and Quadratic Discriminant Analysis (QDA). Learners will gain hands-on experience implementing these models in Python and understand the differences between generative and discriminative approaches.

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9 videos1 assignment

This module explores the fundamentals of decision trees, including their structure, how they make splits, and how to implement them in code. Learners will gain an understanding of entropy, information gain, and practical applications in classification and regression tasks.

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6 videos1 assignment

This module introduces the perceptron, a foundational element of neural networks, and explores its implementation, applications, and limitations. Learners will gain hands-on experience coding a perceptron and applying it to real-world problems like digit classification and logical operations. The module also covers the role of loss functions in training and optimization.

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4 videos1 assignment

This module covers essential techniques for building and optimizing machine learning models, including hyperparameter tuning, feature selection, and the use of the Sci-Kit Learn library. Learners will gain hands-on experience with regression, classification, and comparison with deep learning approaches. The module emphasizes practical implementation and model evaluation strategies.

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6 videos1 assignment

This module explores the essential steps for deploying a machine learning model as a web service. Learners will gain hands-on experience with Python-based implementation, API design, and integration strategies. The material covers both conceptual foundations and practical coding techniques.

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2 videos1 assignment

This module explores advanced machine learning techniques, focusing on support vector machines and ensemble methods like random forest. Learners will gain an understanding of how these models work and how they can be applied in real-world scenarios.

What's included

1 video1 assignment

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