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Deep Learning
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Deep Learning

by S.Sridhar
February 2025
Intermediate to advanced
696 pages
15h 30m
English
Pearson India
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CHAPTER 7

Introduction to Regression and Classification

Science is prediction, not explanation.

— Fred Hoyle.

Credits: © Fred Hoyle

Regression and classification problems are encountered in deep learning in topics such as object recognition, detection, and tracking. Regression is a statistical technique that helps predict by analyzing and understanding the relationships among the given variables. Prediction is estimating the value of the dependent variable based on the unknown values of the independent variables. Forecasting is often associated with time series data, where forecasting can identify and quantify future trends. Classification is about mapping the input data into labels of two or more categories. The focus of this chapter is ...

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