Data Science: Building Machine Learning Models
Data Science: Building Machine Learning Models is a free intermediate-level course from edX / HarvardX, typically completed in 8 weeks (around 32 study hours).
- Price
- Free
- Duration
- 8 weeks
- Level
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 32 hours
- Provider
- edX / HarvardX
About this course
Part of Harvard's Data Science series. Build a movie recommendation system using R while learning core ML algorithms.
What you will be able to do
- Train and evaluate models on a prepared dataset
- Complete assessed work that evidences competence to an awarding standard
- Analyse model errors, bias and overfitting
- Assemble portfolio evidence you can explain and defend at interview
Highlights
- Free audit
- Harvard
- R-based
Questions people ask
How much does Data Science: Building Machine Learning Models cost?
Data Science: Building Machine Learning Models is free. Some providers charge separately for a verified certificate.
How long does Data Science: Building Machine Learning Models take?
The provider lists 8 weeks. That works out at roughly 32 study hours in total.
Is Data Science: Building Machine Learning Models suitable for beginners?
It is pitched at intermediate level, so some prior experience helps.
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