Machine Learning With Python

A comprehensive training program covering Python programming fundamentals and machine learning concepts through hands-on practical sessions.

Course Overview

This course provides a structured path from Python basics to advanced Machine Learning implementations. Students will learn through practical examples and real-world applications.

Course Objectives

Machine Learning is a broad and fast-growing sub-field of Artificial Intelligence. This course introduces students to the basic concepts and techniques of Machine Learning, along with Python programming fundamentals to analyze data and solve ML problems like Regression and Classification.

Career Opportunities

• Machine Learning Developer
• Machine Learning Quality/Test Engineer
• Machine Learning Product Manager

Course Content

1. Python Programming (Sessions 1-6)

• Python Basics & Data Types
• Control Structures (if-else, loops)
• String Operations
• Data Structures
  • Lists and List Operations
  • Tuples
  • Sets
  • Dictionaries
• Functions & Lambda Expressions

2. Data Analysis Tools (Sessions 7-10)

• NumPy Fundamentals
  • Arrays and Operations
  • Mathematical Functions
• Pandas
  • Series & DataFrames
  • Data Manipulation
• Data Visualization
  • Matplotlib
  • Various Plot Types

3. Machine Learning (Sessions 11-27)

• ML Fundamentals
  • Types of Machine Learning
  • ML Development Lifecycle
• Linear Regression
  • Simple & Multiple Linear Regression
  • Feature Selection
• Classification Algorithms
  • K-Nearest Neighbors
  • Naive Bayes
  • Logistic Regression
• Decision Trees & Ensemble Methods
  • Random Forests
  • Gradient Boosting
  • XGBoost
• Neural Networks
  • Deep Neural Networks
  • CNN
  • TensorFlow Implementation
• Model Evaluation & Selection
  • Cross Validation
  • Hyperparameter Tuning
  • ROC Curves

Prerequisites

• Basic mathematics understanding
• No prior programming experience required
• Computer with Python 3.x installed

Required Software

• Python 3.x
• Jupyter Notebook/Lab
• Required Python packages:
  • numpy
  • pandas
  • matplotlib
  • scikit-learn
  • tensorflow
  • xgboost

Getting Started

Prerequisites Installation

1. Python Installation

   # Check if Python is installed
   python --version
   # Should show Python 3.x

   If not installed:

   • Download from python.org
   • Windows: Check "Add Python to PATH" during installation
   • macOS: brew install python3
   • Linux: sudo apt-get install python3

2. Git Installation

   # Check if Git is installed
   git --version

   If not installed:

   • Windows: Download from git-scm.com
   • macOS: brew install git
   • Linux: sudo apt-get install git

Project Setup

1. Clone Repository

   # Clone the repository
   git clone [repository-url]
   
   # Navigate to project directory
   cd MachineLearningWithPython

2. Virtual Environment Setup

   # Create virtual environment
   python -m venv venv
   
   # Activate virtual environment
   # Windows:
   .\venv\Scripts\activate
   # macOS/Linux:
   source venv/bin/activate
   
   # Verify activation (should show virtual environment path)
   which python

3. Install Dependencies

   # Upgrade pip
   python -m pip install --upgrade pip
   
   # Core packages
   pip install jupyter numpy pandas matplotlib
   
   # Machine Learning packages
   pip install scikit-learn tensorflow xgboost
   
   # Install all requirements
   pip install -r requirements.txt
   
   # Verify installations
   pip list

Jupyter Setup

1. Start Jupyter

   # Start Jupyter Notebook
   jupyter notebook
   
   # Or for JupyterLab
   jupyter lab

2. Browser Access

   • Jupyter will open in your default browser
   • Default URL: http://localhost:8888
   • Navigate to Sessions/Day1 to begin

Directory Structure

• Each session is organized in separate folders
• Follow the notebooks in numerical order
• Complete exercises at the end of each notebook

Best Practices

• Create a separate branch for your work
• Keep the virtual environment active while working
• Save your work frequently
• Complete all exercises before moving to next session

Troubleshooting

If you encounter any issues:

1. Ensure your virtual environment is activated
2. Verify all packages are installed correctly
3. Check Python version compatibility
4. Consult the issues section in the repository

Support

For support:

• Open an issue in the repository
• Contact course instructors
• Email: shaiful.mlengineer@gmail.com

Resources

• Course slides and notebooks
• Additional reading materials
• Practice datasets
• Reference implementations

License

Distributed under the MIT License. See LICENSE for more information.

Acknowledgments

• Course materials adapted from various open-source resources

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