Introduction to Machine Learning
What introduction to machine learning means
How computers learn from data.
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Machine learning is when computers
- learn patterns from data
- are washed with water
- are painted
- are switched off
Working: Machine learning lets computers learn patterns from data.
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Practise introduction to machine learning
6 questions with a worked answer after every attempt, and a SmartScore that tracks how close you are to mastery.