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Mastering Probabilistic Graphical Models with Python
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Mastering Probabilistic Graphical Models with Python

by Ankur Ankan
August 2015
Beginner to intermediate
284 pages
7h
English
Packt Publishing

Overview

Explore the fascinating world of Probabilistic Graphical Models (PGMs) through practical guidance and illustrative Python code examples. This book provides an in-depth understanding of PGMs, from fundamentals to application on real-world problems, enabling you to effectively select, implement, and optimize models and inference algorithms.

What this Book will help me do

  • Understand the essentials of probabilistic graphical models and their applications.
  • Learn to implement Bayesian Networks and Markov Networks in Python.
  • Master exact and approximate inference techniques for PGMs like variable elimination and message passing algorithms.
  • Work with specialized models such as Naive Bayes and Hidden Markov Models with real-world examples.
  • Apply Python libraries to deploy and optimize probabilistic graphical models for data science tasks.

Author(s)

None Ankan brings expertise in machine learning and probabilistic modeling to this thoughtful and engaging guide. With substantial experience in data science and computational algorithms, the author excels at simplifying complex concepts for practical learning. Their dedication to hands-on examples and clear explanations makes this book a reliable resource.

Who is it for?

The ideal reader includes data scientists, researchers, and machine learning enthusiasts with a foundational understanding of Bayesian learning seeking to deepen their grasp on Probabilistic Graphical Models. This book is particularly suited for those aiming to apply PGMs to solve complex real-world problems and improve predictive modeling capabilities.

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Publisher Resources

ISBN: 9781784394684