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Types Of Machine Learning.
The MNIST dataset, short for the Modified National Institute of Standards and Technology database, is a widely used benchmark in the field of machine learning and computer vision. Let's delve into the details: 1. MNIST Dataset: - The MNIST dataset consists of a large collection of handwritten digits (0 to 9) that have been scanned and converted into images. - It serves as a standard dataset for evaluating machine learning models, particularly those designed for handwritten digit classification. - The dataset contains two main subsets: - Training Set: Comprising 60,000 examples, this set is used to train machine learning models. - Test Set: Consisting of 10,000 examples, this set is used to evaluate the performance of trained models. - Each image in MNIST is a grayscale 28x28 pixel image, representing a single digit. 2. Classification Problem: - The goal is to build an AI model that can automatically assign the correct label (digit) to a given handwritten image. - In this problem, each instance (image) belongs to exactly one class (single digit), and we want our model to predict the correct class label. 3. Challenges: - Some of the handwritten digits are ambiguous, even for human observers. For instance, distinguishing between a 7 and a 4 can be tricky. - Despite these challenges, machine learning algorithms can learn patterns from the data and make accurate predictions. 4. Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs): - CNNs are commonly used for image classification tasks, including MNIST digit recognition. - They automatically learn hierarchical features from the raw pixel values, capturing local patterns and global structures. - CNNs consist of convolutional layers, pooling layers, and fully connected layers. 5. Evaluation: - Researchers often report accuracy as the primary evaluation metric for MNIST models. - Achieving high accuracy on MNIST is considered a baseline, and many advanced techniques have surpassed 99% accuracy. In summary, the MNIST dataset provides a valuable testing ground for developing and evaluating machine learning models, especially those focused on handwritten digit recognition. If you're interested in experimenting with MNIST, you can explore various approaches, including CNNs, to achieve accurate predictions!
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What is MNIST ?
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The Limitations of Rule-Based Approaches
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Types of Machine Learning!
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Classification of Machine Learning
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Explanation of Supervised Learning
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Crucial Points about Machine Learning
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The Essence of Overfitting!
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Unsupervised Learning
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The Nearest Neighbor Classifier.
The nearest neighbor classifier is an intuitive and straightforward approach for classification. Given a new data point (the "test" item), it identifies the training data point that is closest to the test point in terms of some similarity measure (usually distance) and assigns the same label as that nearest neighbor. Here are the key steps involved: 1. Training Phase: - We start with a set of labeled training data points (the "training" items). Each training item has a feature vector (a set of properties or attributes) and a corresponding class label (e.g., green or blue). - These training items are plotted in a feature space, where each dimension represents a different attribute. In your example, the two dimensions could represent age and blood-sugar level. - The training data points are scattered across this space based on their feature values. 2. Classification Phase: - When a new, unlabeled data point (the "test" item) needs to be classified, we calculate its similarity to each training item. - The similarity measure can be Euclidean distance, Manhattan distance, or any other suitable metric. Euclidean distance is commonly used: $$text{distance}(x, y) = sqrt{sum_{i=1}^{n} (x_i - y_i)^2}$$ where (x) and (y) are feature vectors of the test item and a training item, respectively. - The nearest neighbor is the training item with the smallest distance to the test item. 3. Assigning the Label: - Once we find the nearest neighbor, we assign the same class label to the test item as the nearest neighbor. - In your diagram, the two stars (test items) are both classified in the "green" class because their nearest neighbors are green. 4. K-Nearest Neighbors (K-NN): - The basic nearest neighbor classifier uses only the single nearest neighbor. However, we can extend this to consider multiple neighbors (K-NN). - In K-NN, we find the K nearest neighbors and take a majority vote among their labels. For example, if K = 3 and two neighbors are green while one is blue, the test item would be classified as green. 5. Pros and Cons: - Advantages: - Simple and easy to understand. - Works well when the decision boundary is irregular or complex. - Challenges: - Sensitive to outliers (anomalies). - Computationally expensive for large datasets (since it requires calculating distances to all training points). Remember that the nearest neighbor classifier's performance heavily depends on the choice of distance metric and the number of neighbors considered. It's a good starting point for understanding classification, but more sophisticated methods (such as decision trees, SVMs, or deep learning) are often used in practice.
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The concept of “Nearest”
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Definition of “Nearest”
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Collaborative Filtering
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Linear Regression
Linear Regression: An Overview Linear regression is a statistical model used to estimate the linear relationship between a scalar response (the dependent variable) and one or more **explanatory variables** (also known as independent variables). The goal is to find a linear equation that best represents the general trend of a given dataset. Here are some key points about linear regression: 1. Simple Linear Regression: In its simplest form, linear regression involves two variables: - Dependent Variable (Response): Denoted as (y), this is the variable we want to predict or explain. - Independent Variable (Explanatory): Denoted as (x), this variable influences the response. 2. Linear Combination: - Linear regression models the relationship between the response variable and the explanatory variable(s) using a linear combination. - The predicted value (y) is obtained by adding up the effects of each explanatory variable, multiplied by their respective coefficients. 3. Line of Best Fit: - The linear regression model finds the best-fitting line (or hyperplane in higher dimensions) that minimizes the difference between the predicted values and the actual data points. - This line summarizes the overall trend in the data. 4. Interpretation: - The slope of the line represents the change in the response variable for a one-unit change in the explanatory variable. - The y-intercept represents the predicted value of the response when the explanatory variable(s) are zero. 5. Assumptions: - Linear regression assumes that the relationship between the variables is linear. - It also assumes that the errors (residuals) are normally distributed and have constant variance. 6. Applications: - Linear regression has practical uses in various fields, including economics, social sciences, environmental science, and building science. - For example, it can help predict housing prices based on features like square footage, number of bedrooms, and location. Remember, linear regression is just one of many regression techniques, but it serves as a fundamental building block for more complex models. If you're interested in exploring more advanced regression methods, logistic regression (a close cousin) is a great next step¹².
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Difference between Classification and Regression
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Explanation of Coefficients of Linear Regression!
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Machine Learning
About Lesson

The concept of “Nearest” is fundamental in various fields, including machine learning and data analysis. When dealing with data points, we often want to find the closest neighbors based on some similarity measure. However, as you rightly pointed out, using geometric distance isn’t always applicable or meaningful for all types of data.

  1. Euclidean Distance:

    • This is the most common geometric distance measure. It calculates the straight-line distance between two points in a multi-dimensional space.
    • Suitable for continuous numerical features (e.g., coordinates, pixel values).
    • Not ideal for categorical or text data.

  2. Manhattan Distance (Taxicab Distance):

    • Similar to Euclidean distance but measures the sum of absolute differences along each dimension.
    • Useful for grid-like structures (e.g., chessboard, city blocks).
    • Applicable to both numerical and categorical features.

  3. Cosine Similarity:

    • Measures the cosine of the angle between two vectors.
    • Commonly used for text data (e.g., document similarity).
    • Ignores the magnitude of vectors and focuses on their orientation.

  4. Jaccard Similarity:

    • Used for sets or binary data (e.g., presence/absence of features).
    • Calculates the size of the intersection divided by the size of the union.
    • Suitable for text analysis (e.g., comparing document sets).

  5. Edit Distance (Levenshtein Distance):

    • Measures the minimum number of single-character edits (insertions, deletions, substitutions) required to transform one string into another.
    • Useful for spelling correction, DNA sequence alignment, etc.

  6. Custom Distance Metrics:

    • Depending on the problem, you can define your own distance metric.
    • For example, if you’re working with time series data, dynamic time warping (DTW) might be more appropriate.

Remember that the choice of distance metric depends on the context, the nature of your data, and the specific task you’re trying to solve. Always consider the domain knowledge and the characteristics of your dataset when selecting a distance measure.

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