Foundations of Data Science and Machine Learning with Python
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Foundations of Data Science and Machine Learning with Python
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What you'll learn
Install and set up Python and Anaconda for NLP projects.
Understand and evaluate linear regression and gradient descent methods.
Visualize data effectively with Matplotlib and Seaborn.
Apply machine learning algorithms like linear regression and KNN to NLP tasks.
Skills you'll gain
- Machine Learning
- Natural Language Processing
- Data Science
- Model Optimization
- Computer Programming
- Data Manipulation
- Statistical Visualization
- Matplotlib
- Programming Principles
- Applied Machine Learning
- Machine Learning Algorithms
- Artificial Neural Networks
- Pivot Tables And Charts
- Linear Algebra
- Deep Learning
- Numerical Analysis
- Machine Learning Methods
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There are 11 modules in this course
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This course now features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. Embark on a comprehensive learning journey starting with fundamental Python programming, including installation, variable manipulation, and essential data structures like lists, tuples, and dictionaries. Gain proficiency in numerical computations with NumPy and data manipulation with Pandas. Strengthen your mathematical foundation with key linear algebra concepts vital for machine learning algorithms. Progress to data visualization using Matplotlib and Seaborn, interpreting and presenting data effectively. Develop a strong base in simple linear regression and gradient descent, and explore classification techniques with KNN and logistic regression through hands-on case studies. Dive into advanced machine learning algorithms, including regularization techniques and deep learning foundations, tailored for NLP applications. By course end, you'll have a robust understanding of implementing and optimizing machine learning models for NLP tasks, preparing you for advanced projects and career opportunities. Ideal for aspiring data scientists, machine learning enthusiasts, and professionals specializing in NLP, with basic Python and high school-level math knowledge required.
In this module, we will introduce the foundational aspects of Python, including installation and basic programming concepts. You will learn about variables, operations, loops, functions, and data structures such as strings, lists, tuples, sets, and dictionaries, preparing you for more advanced Python programming tasks.
What's included
18 videos2 readings
18 videosβ’Total 144 minutes
- Installation of Python and Anacondaβ’9 minutes
- Python Introductionβ’4 minutes
- Variables in Pythonβ’15 minutes
- Numeric Operations in Pythonβ’6 minutes
- Logical Operationsβ’3 minutes
- If Else Loopβ’8 minutes
- For While Loopβ’10 minutes
- Functionsβ’11 minutes
- Strings: Part 1β’13 minutes
- Strings: Part 2β’3 minutes
- List: Part 1β’3 minutes
- List: Part 2β’11 minutes
- List: Part 3β’9 minutes
- List: Part 4β’8 minutes
- Tuplesβ’9 minutes
- Setsβ’8 minutes
- Dictionariesβ’8 minutes
- Comprehensionβ’7 minutes
2 readingsβ’Total 20 minutes
- Introduction to the Course 'Foundations of Data Science and Machine Learning with Python'β’10 minutes
- Full Specialization Resourcesβ’10 minutes
In this module, we will cover the essential concepts of NumPy, focusing on array operations. You will learn how to perform various computations and manipulations with NumPy arrays, enabling efficient data handling in Python.
What's included
3 videos
3 videosβ’Total 50 minutes
- Introductionβ’6 minutes
- NumPy Operations: Part 1β’19 minutes
- NumPy Operations: Part 2β’25 minutes
In this module, we will dive into Pandas, a powerful data manipulation library. You will learn about Series and DataFrames, data operations, indexing, merging, and pivot tables, equipping you with the skills to handle complex data analysis tasks.
What's included
12 videos1 assignment
12 videosβ’Total 66 minutes
- Introductionβ’7 minutes
- Seriesβ’8 minutes
- DataFrameβ’8 minutes
- Operations: Part 1β’1 minute
- Operations: Part 2β’5 minutes
- Indexesβ’6 minutes
- loc and ilocβ’8 minutes
- Reading CSVβ’6 minutes
- Merging: Part 1β’4 minutes
- groupbyβ’5 minutes
- Merging: Part 2β’4 minutes
- Pivot Tablesβ’3 minutes
1 assignmentβ’Total 15 minutes
- Assessment 1β’15 minutes
In this module, we will explore linear algebra concepts crucial for machine learning. You will learn about vectors and matrices, perform various operations, and understand how to extend these concepts to higher dimensions, forming a solid mathematical foundation for advanced topics.
What's included
5 videos
5 videosβ’Total 91 minutes
- Linear Algebra: Vectorsβ’43 minutes
- Linear Algebra: Matrix: Part 1β’16 minutes
- Linear Algebra: Matrix: Part 2β’16 minutes
- Linear Algebra: Going from 2D to nD: Part 1β’9 minutes
- Linear Algebra: Going from 2D to nD: Part 2β’7 minutes
In this module, we will focus on data visualization techniques using Matplotlib and Seaborn. You will learn how to create and interpret visualizations, work on a case study, and apply these techniques to time series data, enhancing your ability to present and analyze data visually.
What's included
4 videos
4 videosβ’Total 55 minutes
- Matplotlibβ’20 minutes
- Seabornβ’20 minutes
- Case Studyβ’10 minutes
- Seaborn on Time Series Dataβ’5 minutes
In this module, we will introduce you to machine learning and linear regression. You will learn about the principles and mathematics behind linear regression, as well as how to apply it to real-world data through case studies, preparing you for more complex machine learning algorithms.
What's included
10 videos1 assignment
10 videosβ’Total 70 minutes
- Introduction to Machine Learningβ’2 minutes
- Types of Machine Learningβ’9 minutes
- Introduction to Linear Regression (LR)β’3 minutes
- How LR Works?β’9 minutes
- Some Fun with Math Behind LRβ’10 minutes
- R Squareβ’11 minutes
- LR Case Study: Part 1β’15 minutes
- LR Case Study: Part 2β’5 minutes
- LR Case Study: Part 3β’4 minutes
- Residual Square Error (RSE)β’1 minute
1 assignmentβ’Total 15 minutes
- Assessment 2β’15 minutes
In this module, we will cover gradient descent, a fundamental optimization technique. You will learn about its prerequisites, cost functions, optimization methods, and the differences between closed-form solutions and gradient descent, providing a strong basis for learning advanced machine learning algorithms.
What's included
8 videos
8 videosβ’Total 61 minutes
- Prerequisite for Gradient Descent: Part 1β’16 minutes
- Prerequisite for Gradient Descent: Part 2β’9 minutes
- Cost Functionsβ’2 minutes
- Defining Cost Functions More Formallyβ’7 minutes
- Gradient Descentβ’11 minutes
- Optimizationβ’4 minutes
- Closed Form Versus Gradient Descentβ’5 minutes
- Gradient Descent Case Studyβ’6 minutes
In this module, we will introduce classification and K-Nearest Neighbors (KNN). You will learn about classification principles, how to measure KNN's accuracy and effectiveness, and how to apply KNN to various problems, with practical case studies to reinforce your understanding.
What's included
14 videos
14 videosβ’Total 163 minutes
- Introduction to Classificationβ’13 minutes
- Defining Classification Mathematicallyβ’8 minutes
- Introduction to KNNβ’12 minutes
- Accuracy of KNNβ’13 minutes
- Effectiveness of KNNβ’13 minutes
- Distance Metricsβ’12 minutes
- Distance Metrics: Part 2β’9 minutes
- Finding kβ’10 minutes
- KNN on Regressionβ’3 minutes
- Case Studyβ’8 minutes
- Classification Case 1β’22 minutes
- Classification Case 2β’15 minutes
- Classification Case 3β’14 minutes
- Classification Case 4β’13 minutes
In this module, we will delve into logistic regression, an essential classification technique. You will learn about the Sigmoid function, log odds, and how to apply logistic regression to a case study, providing a robust understanding of this powerful tool.
What's included
4 videos1 assignment
4 videosβ’Total 44 minutes
- Introductionβ’8 minutes
- Sigmoid Functionβ’10 minutes
- Log Oddsβ’10 minutes
- Case Studyβ’17 minutes
1 assignmentβ’Total 15 minutes
- Assessment 3β’15 minutes
In this module, we will explore advanced machine learning algorithms and concepts. You will learn about regularization techniques, model selection, and performance evaluation through practical case studies, enhancing your ability to implement and optimize advanced models.
What's included
10 videos
10 videosβ’Total 75 minutes
- Introductionβ’7 minutes
- Example: Part 1β’5 minutes
- Example: Part 2β’9 minutes
- Optimal Solutionβ’15 minutes
- Case Studyβ’3 minutes
- Regularizationβ’9 minutes
- Ridge and Lassoβ’7 minutes
- Case Studyβ’9 minutes
- Model Selectionβ’6 minutes
- Adjusted R Squareβ’3 minutes
In this module, we will introduce deep learning, covering its history, key concepts, and neural network structures. You will learn about training neural networks, activation functions, and representations, providing a comprehensive introduction to this transformative field in machine learning.
What's included
11 videos1 reading3 assignments
11 videosβ’Total 153 minutes
- Introductionβ’9 minutes
- History of Deep Learningβ’16 minutes
- Perceptronβ’7 minutes
- Multi-Level Perceptronβ’13 minutes
- Neural Network Playgroundβ’11 minutes
- Representationsβ’22 minutes
- Training Neural Network: Part 1β’22 minutes
- Training Neural Network: Part 2β’7 minutes
- Training Neural Network: Part 3β’17 minutes
- Training Neural Network: Part 4β’16 minutes
- Activation Functionβ’14 minutes
1 readingβ’Total 10 minutes
- Conclusion to the Course 'Foundations of Data Science and Machine Learning with Python'β’10 minutes
3 assignmentsβ’Total 90 minutes
- Full Course Practice Assessmentβ’15 minutes
- Assessment 4β’15 minutes
- Full Course Assessmentβ’60 minutes
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