This intermediate-level course empowers learners to apply, analyze, and evaluate machine learning models using Apache PySpark’s distributed computing framework. Designed for data professionals familiar with Python and basic ML concepts, the course explores real-world implementation of both regression and classification techniques, along with unsupervised clustering.



PySpark: Apply & Evaluate Predictive ML Models
This course is part of Spark and Python for Big Data with PySpark Specialization

Instructor: EDUCBA
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What you'll learn
Build and evaluate regression models in PySpark using linear, GLM, and ensemble methods.
Apply logistic regression, decision trees, and Random Forests for classification.
Implement K-Means clustering and assess scalable ML workflows with PySpark.
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August 2025
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There are 2 modules in this course
This module introduces learners to foundational and advanced regression modeling techniques using PySpark's MLlib. Learners begin with basic linear regression workflows including data preparation, feature assembly, and prediction. They then progress to more complex models such as Generalized Linear Regression and ensemble techniques like Random Forest Regression. The module culminates with logistic regression models designed for binary classification, enabling learners to construct and evaluate scalable machine learning pipelines for predictive analytics in distributed environments.
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11 videos4 assignments
This module equips learners with the ability to build, train, and evaluate classification and clustering models using PySpark's machine learning library. It covers practical applications of multinomial logistic regression for multi-class problems, decision tree classifiers for rule-based predictions, ensemble methods like Random Forests for improved generalization, and unsupervised clustering techniques using the K-Means algorithm. Through hands-on demonstrations, learners gain proficiency in data preparation, model configuration, prediction interpretation, and model performance evaluation in large-scale distributed environments.
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