Probability and Probability Distributions for Machine Learning

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Probability is a branch of mathematics that teaches us to deal with the occurrence of an event after specific repeated trials. The value here is expressed from zero to one. It aids us in understanding exactly how a particular event is going to behave in a given set of variables. It also aids us in predicting possible variations in the behavior of the variable in a fluctuating environment.

This free course on Probability in Machine Learning provides basic foundations for probability and various distributions such as Normal, Binomial, and Poisson. It will make you familiar with the concept of Marginal probability and the Bayes theorem. Lastly, you will work with a demo on distributions calculations using Python.

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Probability - Meaning and Concepts

You will learn what probability means and its concepts in this module through some examples. The instructor will discuss what an experiment is with an example and define and thoroughly explain the formula to determine the likelihood of an event. Later, a diagram will assist you in comprehending the extreme probability values and mutually exclusive events.
 

Rules for Computing Probability
Marginal Probability and its Example
Bayes' Theorem and its Example
Binomial Distribution and its Example
Poisson Distribution and its Example
Normal Distribution and its Example

This section explains normal distribution for continuous functions and the association between mean, median, and mode in a normal distribution with solved examples and also discusses its properties and practical applications. You will also understand density function and standard distribution with solved example problems.

Demo - Probability Distributions using Python

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Dr. Abhinanda Sarkar has B.Stat. and M.Stat. degrees from the Indian Statistical Institute (ISI) and a Ph.D. in Statistics from Stanford University. He was a lecturer at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and a research staff member at IBM. Post this he spent a decade at General Electric (GE). He has provided committee service for the University Grants Commission (UGC) of the Government of India, for infoDev – a World Bank program, and for the National Association of Software and Services Companies (NASSCOM). He is a recipient of the ISI Alumni Association Medal, an IBM Invention Achievement Award, and the Radhakrishan Mentor Award from GE India. He is a seasoned academician and has taught at Stanford, ISI Delhi, the Indian Institute of Management (IIM-Bangalore), and the Indian Institute of Science. Currently, he is a Full-Time Faculty at Great Lakes. He is Associate Dean at the MYRA School of Business where he teaches courses such as business analytics, data mining, marketing research, and risk management. He is also co-founder of OmiX Labs – a startup company dedicated to low-cost medical diagnostics and nucleic acid testing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the prerequisites to learn probability for machine learning?

Probability is one of the essential skills one must possess to have a good hold on machine learning concepts, and it is helpful in prediction and decision-making processes. Other prerequisites to learning machine learning include: Algebra, Linear Algebra, Trigonometry, Statistics, Calculus(for advanced topics), Python Programming, Terminal or Cloud Console. 
 

How do beginners learn probability in machine learning?

Probability is not a challenging concept to learn, but it involves more than a few basic concepts to deal with while working with domains like machine learning. You will have to apply other concepts such as linear algebra, statistics, and calculus and also be able to work with python programming comfortably. You can start by learning Probability and Machine learning before diving into this Probability for Machine Learning course.

How long does it take to learn probability for machine learning?

The probability for machine learning course is a 2.5 hours long course, but you can learn it at your pace since the course is self-paced. With all the prerequisites mastered, it will not take much time to understand the concepts in this course. If you are supposed to start with learning all the basics such as statistics, calculus, python programming, and other such topics, you will take anywhere from 3 to 6 months before you are good at probability for machine learning.

Will I get a certificate after completing this course?

Probability for machine learning is a free course. You will be assigned with a few tasks after you complete the course to test your understanding. You can take this course in your leisure to learn and understand the subject since it is self-paced. You will be given with a certificate of completion after you successfully complete the course, and you can put it on your LinkedIn and other such platforms. 

 

What are my career opportunities in probability in machine learning?

Machine Learning Engineer, Data Scientist, NLP Scientist, Business Intelligence Developer, and Human-Centered Machine Learning Designers are a few of the many career opportunities if you have mastered probability for machine learning. However, it is not just sufficient to learn probability; but you must also basket other skills such as statistics, linear algebra, calculus, python programming, and other concepts to be a top professional in machine learning. 

 

Will I get a certificate after completing this Probability Distributions for Machine Learning free course?

Yes, you will get a certificate of completion for Probability Distributions for Machine Learning after completing all the modules and cracking the assessment. The assessment tests your knowledge of the subject and badges your skills.
 

How much does this Probability Distributions for Machine Learning course cost?

It is an entirely free course from Great Learning Academy. Anyone interested in learning the basics of Probability Distributions for Machine Learning can get started with this course.
 

Is there any limit on how many times I can take this free course?

Once you enroll in the Probability Distributions for Machine Learning course, you have lifetime access to it. So, you can log in anytime and learn it for free online.
 

Can I sign up for multiple courses from Great Learning Academy at the same time?

Yes, you can enroll in as many courses as you want from Great Learning Academy. There is no limit to the number of courses you can enroll in at once, but since the courses offered by Great Learning Academy are free, we suggest you learn one by one to get the best out of the subject.

Why choose Great Learning Academy for this free Probability Distributions for Machine Learning course?

Great Learning Academy provides this Probability Distributions for Machine Learning course for free online. The course is self-paced and helps you understand various topics that fall under the subject with solved problems and demonstrated examples. The course is carefully designed, keeping in mind to cater to both beginners and professionals, and is delivered by subject experts.

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