Big Data, Big Flops: The gag reel of algorithms
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The gag reel of algorithms. When programmers go into statistical learning without learning statistics, dangerous things can happen.
![4/20/16 J.S.Ramos (@xuxoramos) 12
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Big Data, Big Flops: The gag reel of algorithms
- 3. The Danger Zone 4/20/16 J.S.Ramos (@xuxoramos) 3 Computer Science Math & Stats Domain Experience Danger Zone! When programmers delve into “Statistical Learning” without learning statistics. Ask the right questions Model Reality Ops Analytics Statistical Learning Data Science Predict Reality
- 4. Mindset IT & SW Dev Engineering HOW? Analytics Stats WHY? 4/20/16 J.S.Ramos (@xuxoramos) 4
- 11. How do we turn into analysts? 4/20/16 J.S.Ramos (@xuxoramos) 11 ?? Hone your stats, maths and optimization skills. Start with matrix algebra. ?? Read “Think Stats” by Allen Downey. ?? Stop automating customs and start improving processes. ?? Get closer to your business and learn its language. ?? Learn R. It’s ugly, but will get you thinking in stats. ?? Don’t code machine learning without learning stats!
- 13. 4/20/16 J.S.Ramos (@xuxoramos) 13 “Reality does not reveal itself to those who only contemplate it, but to those who immerse in it to transform it.” Octavio Paz, The Labyrinth of Solitude Conclusion 2