Osama Shakeel
2 min readDec 17, 2022

From Data to Decisions: A Step-by-Step Guide to How Machine Learning Works

Understanding the Basics of Machine Learning: An Overview:

Let’s see in general how machine learning work. One of the approaches is where the machine learning algorithm is trained using a labeled or unlabeled training data set to produce a model new input data is introduced to the machine learning algorithm and it makes a prediction based on the model. The prediction is evaluated for accuracy. And if the accuracy is acceptable the machine learning algorithm is deployed. Now if the accuracy is not acceptable the machine learning algorithm is strained again, and again with an argument of a training data set. This was just in the high-level example as they are many more factors and other steps involved in it.

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Unraveling the Mysteries of Machine Learning: How It Works and Why It Matters:

Machine learning (ML) is a subset of artificial intelligence (AI) that involves the use of algorithms and statistical models to enable machines to learn from data, without being explicitly programmed to perform a certain task.

The goal of machine learning is to build models that can make predictions or take actions based on input data. To do this, the model is first trained on a dataset that includes input data and corresponding labels (also called targets). The model then uses this training data to learn the relationship between the input data and the labels.

Once the model has been trained, it can be used to make predictions on new, unseen data. For example, a machine learning model trained on a dataset of images and their corresponding labels (e.g., “cat,” “dog,” “car”) can be used to classify a new image as one of these categories.

There are several different types of machine learning, including supervised learning, unsupervised learning, semi-supervised learning, and reinforcement learning. Each of these approaches involves a different way of using data to train the model.

Supervised learning involves training a model on labeled data, where the correct output is provided for each example in the training set. The model makes predictions based on this input-output mapping.

Unsupervised learning involves training a model on unlabeled data, where the model must learn to identify patterns and relationships in the data without being given explicit guidance.

Semi-supervised learning involves training a model on a mix of labeled and unlabeled data and is often used when there is a limited amount of labeled data available.

Reinforcement learning involves training a model to make decisions in an interactive environment, where the model receives feedback in the form of rewards or punishments for its actions.

Overall, the goal of machine learning is to build models that can learn from data and make accurate predictions or decisions without explicit programming.

Osama Shakeel
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