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Regression, classification, and neural networks for practical predictive systems

Machine learning is not magic-it is applied mathematics, statistics, and engineering working together to extract patterns from data.

Behind every recommendation engine, fraud detector, forecasting model, and intelligent application lies a foundation of statistical reasoning and predictive modeling.

"Learn from Data" is a practical, engineering-focused guide to statistical machine learning using Python and modern data science workflows.

This book teaches developers and analysts how to build, evaluate, and improve machine learning systems through clear explanations, hands-on examples, and real-world problem solving.

Why statistical machine learning matters

Modern organizations rely on machine learning to:

• predict outcomes and trends
• classify and segment information
• automate decision making
• detect anomalies and fraud
• personalize user experiences
• uncover hidden patterns in data

Understanding the statistical foundations behind these systems is essential for building models that are reliable, interpretable, and useful.

What you will learn

• fundamentals of statistical learning
• data preprocessing and feature engineering
• regression modeling techniques
• binary and multiclass classification
• model evaluation and validation
• bias, variance, and overfitting concepts
• probability and statistical inference for ML
• neural network fundamentals
• optimization and gradient-based learning
• building machine learning pipelines with Python

From raw data to predictive systems

Throughout the book, you will learn how to:

• clean and prepare datasets effectively
• select appropriate models for different problems
• train and evaluate predictive systems
• interpret model performance correctly
• improve generalization and robustness
• build maintainable machine learning workflows

Each chapter focuses on practical machine learning engineering principles rather than black-box shortcuts.

Practical applications

• business forecasting systems
• fraud and anomaly detection
• recommendation engines
• customer behavior analysis
• predictive analytics platforms
• intelligent automation systems

These examples reflect real-world machine learning engineering challenges.

Who this book is for

• aspiring machine learning engineers
• data scientists
• software developers entering AI
• analysts learning predictive modeling
• students studying machine learning
• engineers building intelligent systems

If you want to understand how machine learning works mathematically and practically, this book provides the roadmap.

Model carefully.
Learn from data.
Build predictive systems with confidence.

Book details

• Full title: Learn from Data
• Subtitle: Statistical Machine Learning with Python: Regression, Classification, and Neural Nets
• Author: Richard Boozman
• Language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 250
• EAN: 9798180307477
• ID: 52850250
• Publisher: Independently published
• Weight: 308 g
• Dimensions: 229 × 152 × 16 mm
• Date of publishing: 11. June 2026

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