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Bayesian Machine Learning for Optimization in Python

Gain insights into Bayesian optimization and statistical modeling to efficiently tackle high-dimensional problems. Learn about hyperparameter tuning, experimental design, algorithm configuration, and system optimization.

Intermediate

32 Lessons

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3 Assessments

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Course Overview

Bayesian optimization allows developers to leverage Bayesian inference and statistical modeling to efficiently search for the optimal solution in a high-dimensional space. Starting with the fundamentals of statistics and Bayesian statistics, you’ll explore different concepts of machine learning and its applications in software engineering. Next, you’ll discover different strategies for optimizations. Through practical examples and hands-on exercises, you’ll gain proficiency in implementing Bayesian optimi...Show More

TAKEAWAY SKILLS

Python

Python 3

Python Programming

Data Science

Machine Learning

Machine learning paradigms

Optimization

Neural Networks

Deep neural networks

Deep Learning

What You'll Learn

An understanding of Bayes’ theorem and its applications

Familiarity with the core components of Bayesian machine learning and its application to optimization

Hands-on experience tuning hyperparameters using Bayesian optimization

The ability to attain optimized solutions for complex problems using Bayesian statistics

Familiarity with core components of the Dragonfly framework for scalable Bayesian optimization

An understanding of Bayes’ theorem and its applications

Course Content

Introduction to Bayesian Statistics

9 Lessons

Learn how to use Bayesian statistics to integrate prior knowledge and handle uncertainty.

An Overview of the Course

An Introduction to Statistics

Frequentist vs. Bayesian Statistics

Maximum Likelihood Estimation and Its Applications

Bayes’ Theorem

Posteriority and Bias in Probability

Applications of Bayes’ Theorem in Software Engineering

Advantages of Bayes’ Theorem over Deterministic Statistics

Bayes’ Theorem in Machine Learning

Bayesian Statistics: Knowledge Check

Assessment

Bayesian Machine Learning

7 Lessons

Look at how Bayesian methods enhance machine learning by integrating prior knowledge for robust, probabilistic predictions.

What is Machine Learning?

Incorporating Bayes’ Theorem in Machine Learning

Techniques to Estimate Model Parameters

Gaussian Processes

Regression using Bayes’ Theorem

Understanding the Theory of Bayesian Regression

Application of Bayesian Regression

Regression Using Bayes’ Theorem: Knowledge Check

Assessment

Optimization: An Overview

6 Lessons

Work your way through optimization techniques, including linear, random search, evolutionary, and Bayesian methods, with practical use cases.

Introduction to Optimization

Linear Optimization

Optimization Methods: Random Search

Optimization Evolutionary Algorithms

Optimization: Bayesian Methods

Optimization Use Cases in Software Engineering

Optimization: Knowledge Check

Assessment

Bayesian Optimization: From Scratch

9 Lessons

Grasp the fundamentals of deploying Bayesian optimization for efficient, complex problem-solving and function evaluations.

Components of Bayesian Optimization

Business Case Study: Optimizing Packaging

Coding: Bayesian Optimization from Scratch

Black Box Bayesian Optimization

Important Libraries and Frameworks

Bayesian Optimization Using Dragonfly

Getting to Know Dragonfly Better

Comparing Bayesian Optimization with Other Optimization Methods

Coding Challenge: Bayesian Optimization

Hyperparameter Tuning Using Bayesian Optimization

Project

Conclusion

1 Lessons

Finish the course with a robust grasp of Bayesian optimization principles, tools, and real-world applications.

Wrap Up

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