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Machine Learning with Scikit-Learn & Python
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Online, On Demand 
Duration
1.4 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
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  • Review Questions and Assessments (included in price)
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Overview

Machine Learning with Scikit-Learn & Python course provides a comprehensive, hands-on introduction to machine learning using Python and the Scikit-Learn ecosystem. Designed for beginners and aspiring data practitioners, it guides learners through the complete machine learning lifecycle—from foundational concepts and Python essentials to data preprocessing, modeling, evaluation, and deployment. Participants will explore both supervised and unsupervised learning techniques, including regression, classification, clustering, and dimensionality reduction, while developing practical skills through real-world workflows. The course emphasizes clean data practices, feature engineering, model optimization, and reproducible pipelines using Scikit-Learn. By the end, learners will be able to build, evaluate, and deploy end-to-end machine learning solutions, understand model behavior, and apply best practices used in real-world projects. This course serves as a strong foundation for further study in advanced machine learning, deep learning, and applied AI development.

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Curriculum

13
sections
13
lectures
1h 24m
total

Description

Exciting Journey Ahead: Discover What Awaits in This Course!

Chapter 1: Introduction to Machine Learning

  1. What is Machine Learning?
  2. Types of Machine Learning (Supervised, Unsupervised, Reinforcement)
  3. Real-world Applications of Machine Learning
  4. Overview of the Scikit-Learn Ecosystem
  5. Setting Up Python Environment (Anaconda, pip, virtualenv)

Chapter 2: Python Foundations for Machine Learning

  1. Essential Python Syntax Review
  2. NumPy for Numerical Computing
  3. Pandas for Data Manipulation
  4. Data Visualization with Matplotlib & Seaborn
  5. Jupyter Notebook Workflow

Chapter 3: Data Preprocessing Essentials

  1. Understanding Data Types and Structures
  2. Handling Missing Values
  3. Encoding Categorical Variables
  4. Feature Scaling (Standardization vs Normalization)
  5. Train-Test Split and Cross-Validation Basics

Chapter 4: Introduction to Scikit-Learn

  1. Scikit-Learn API Design Principles
  2. Estimators, Transformers, and Pipelines
  3. Loading Built-in Datasets
  4. Model Training Workflow
  5. Saving and Loading Models with Joblib

Chapter 5: Regression Algorithms

  1. Linear Regression
  2. Polynomial Regression
  3. Ridge and Lasso Regularization
  4. Decision Tree Regression
  5. Random Forest Regression

Chapter 6: Classification Algorithms

  1. Logistic Regression
  2. k-Nearest Neighbors (k-NN)
  3. Support Vector Machines (SVM)
  4. Decision Tree Classification
  5. Random Forest Classification

Chapter 7: Model Evaluation Techniques

  1. Evaluation Metrics for Regression (MAE, MSE, R2)
  2. Evaluation Metrics for Classification (Accuracy, Precision, Recall, F1)
  3. Confusion Matrix and ROC Curves
  4. Cross-Validation Strategies
  5. Bias-Variance Tradeoff

Chapter 8: Feature Engineering

  1. Feature Selection Techniques
  2. Feature Extraction (PCA Basics)
  3. Creating Custom Features
  4. Handling Imbalanced Data
  5. Dimensionality Reduction Techniques

Chapter 9: Unsupervised Learning

  1. Clustering Concepts
  2. K-Means Clustering
  3. Hierarchical Clustering
  4. DBSCAN Clustering
  5. Evaluating Clustering Results

Chapter 10: Model Optimization

  1. Hyperparameter Tuning Concepts
  2. Grid Search and Random Search
  3. Pipeline Optimization
  4. Ensemble Methods Overview
  5. Model Comparison Strategies

Chapter 11: Model Deployment Basics

  1. Exporting Models for Production
  2. Building Simple APIs with Flask or FastAPI
  3. Model Serialization Best Practices
  4. Integrating Models into Applications
  5. Monitoring Model Performance

Chapter 12: Real-World Projects

  1. End-to-End Regression Project
  2. End-to-End Classification Project
  3. Customer Segmentation with Clustering
  4. Model Optimization Case Study
  5. Final Capstone Project

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Who is this course for?

This course is designed for beginners and intermediate learners who want to build practical machine learning skills using Python and Scikit-Learn. It suits students, data analysts, developers, and professionals seeking hands-on experience with real-world models, data preprocessing evaluation techniques, and deployment fundamentals. No prior advanced mathematics knowledge is strictly required.

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