Week 1 Info: Introduction to Machine Learning

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Welcome to Week 1. During this week we are going to introduce the concept of Machine Learning. We will give it a definition and talk about the different types of machine learning/goals of a machine learning algorithm. We will give several examples of problems that can be solved using machine learning and also discuss when machine learning is useful and when you should use a different approach.

We will also go through the basic structure and expectations of the course.

Here are some key first steps:

• Read the syllabus.
• Go through the course overview materials, and complete the week 1 readings.
• Make sure your python software stack is ready.
  • Stay tuned for a coding video that goes over the basics
• Join our Slack workspace:
  • I will add you to the DATA 622 Slack Channel
    
• We regularly go to the nyhackr meetups once per month

One note: Normally I will post the homework assignments on the Sunday evenings, but this week the assignment is not yet ready, I plan to upload it on Monday August 31st.