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Evaluate & Swap Models in Java ML

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Evaluate & Swap Models in Java ML

Karlis Zars

Instructor: Karlis Zars

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

Recommended experience

3 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Apply Java ML evaluation methods using metrics alongside cross-validation to measure real-world generalization and avoid overfitting.

  • Benchmark multiple Java ML algorithms on the same dataset to identify the optimal model.

  • Design swappable machine-learning components using interface-driven architecture and the Strategy Pattern.

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January 2026

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Taught in English

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This course is part of the Level Up: Java-Powered Machine Learning Specialization
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There are 3 modules in this course

This module establishes why choosing a model should be based on evidence, not assumptions. You’ll learn how accuracy alone misleads, and how metrics like precision, recall, F1, and AUC reveal the true strengths and weaknesses of a model. We introduce dataset splits and cross-validation to ensure performance you can trust beyond the training data. By the end, you’ll understand how to interpret evaluation results in real-world business terms and avoid hidden failure modes.

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4 videos2 readings1 peer review

This module moves from theory to applied evaluation. You’ll train and benchmark multiple ML algorithms in Java on the same dataset—Logistic Regression vs Decision Trees vs SVM—and observe how performance changes with data and task type. We break down confusion matrix insights from a user-impact perspective: which mistakes are acceptable, and which break the system. By the end, you will generate clear, comparable evaluation reports that support confident decision-making.

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3 videos1 reading1 peer review

This module shows how to build Java applications where ML models are replaceable components—not embedded code. Using interface-driven design and the Strategy Pattern, you’ll implement architecture that enables painless upgrades and rollbacks. We discuss model lifecycle checkpoints: re-evaluation triggers, monitoring for performance drift, and when to retire a model. By the end, you’ll be equipped with a safe and scalable approach to shipping and maintaining ML systems in production.

What's included

4 videos1 reading1 assignment2 peer reviews

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