Neural Network Projects with Python

Predicting taxi fares in New York City

Yellow cabs in NYC are perhaps one of the most recognizable icons in the city. Tens of thousands of commuters in NYC rely on taxis as a mode of transportation around the bustling metropolis. In recent years, the taxi industry in NYC has been put under increasing pressure from ride-hailing apps such as Uber.

In order to rise to the challenge from ride-hailing apps, yellow cabs in NYC are looking to modernize their operations, and to provide a user experience on par with Uber. In August 2018, the Taxi and Limousine Commission of NYC launched a new app that allows commuters to book a yellow cab from their phones. The app provides fare pricing upfront before they hail a cab. Creating an algorithm to provide ...