Synopsis
Gain a broad foundation of advanced data analytics concepts and discover the recent revolution in databases such as Neo4j, Elasticsearch, and MongoDB. This book discusses how to implement ETL techniques including topical crawling, which is applied in domains such as high-frequency algorithmic trading and goal-oriented dialog systems. You'll also see practical examples of machine learning concepts such as semi-supervised learning, deep learning, computer vision and NLP. Practical Data Analytics with Python also covers important traditional data analysis techniques such as time series, principal component analysis through examples from real industry projects.
After reading this book you will have experience of every technical aspect of an industrial analytics project. You'll get to know the concepts using Python code, thoroughly explained in each case.
What You Will Learn
Work with data analysis techniques such as classification, clustering, regression, and forecasting
Handle structured and unstructured data, ETL techniques, and different kinds of databases such as Neo4j, Elasticsearch, MongoDB, and MySQL
Examine the different big data frameworks, including Hadoop, Hive, Pig, Storm, and Spark
Discover advanced machine learning concepts such as semi-supervised learning, deep learning, computer vision, and NLP
Who This Book Is ForData scientists and software developers interested in the field of data analytics.
About the Author
Sayan Mukhopadhyay in his 13+ years industry experience has been associated with companies such as Credit-Suisse, PayPal, CA Technology, CSC, and Mphasis. He has a deep understanding of the applications of data analysis in domains such as investment banking, online payments, online advertising, IT infrastructure, and retail. His area of expertise is applied high-performance computing in distributed and data-driven environments such as real-time analysis and high-frequency trading.
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