Machine learning is the science of data analysis that automates a massive number of models building. Its process uses data to iteratively detect patterns and adjust models accordingly, and enables computers to learn without explicitly programmed. This course introduces some important concepts and algorithms of machine learning from both theoretical and practical perspective. The topics include, but not limited to: (1) Supervised learning (Linear Models for Regression and Classification, Kernel Smoothing Methods, Decision Trees, Support Vector Machines, and Neural Networks). (2) Unsupervised learning (Association Rules and Cluster Analysis). (3) Ensemble learning (Bagging, Boosting, Random Forests). (4) Others (MCMC, Optimization Integration).

這門課程主要介紹「機器學習」所需處理的各類問題，以及所使用的分析方法和模型。課程將以簡單的概念與理論講解各類方法與模型，並以 Python 進行演示。課程結束後，學生們將能夠運用「機器學習」的方法進行分析與建模。

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