The goal of machine learning is to find patterns in data and use those patterns to make predictions. It can also give us a framework to discuss machine learning problems and solutions — as you'll see in this article. First, we will start with definitions and applications for machine learning. Then, we will discuss abstractions in machine learning and use that to frame our discussion: data, models, optimization models, and optimization algorithms.

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In the tech industry, many of us came of age during hip-hop's rise as a dominant art form. Its spirit of individualism, bravado, and constant reinvention makes it impossible for us not to admire. Our thought leaders craft mixtapes and pour millions of dollars into apps that decode rap lyrics. The founders of my former company rapped to celebrate every corporate milestone. We're compelled to quantify what we love about it, and to somehow technologize it the same way Instagram did photography. Many have tried, myself included, but capturing hip-hop's alluring qualities in an app is no simple task. The post The DAU Of Hip-Hop: Designing For Authenticity (A Case Study) appeared first on Smashing Magazine.

From time to time, we need to take some time off, and actually, I'm glad that this reading list is a bit shorter as the ones you're used to. Because one thing that really stuck with me this week was Eric Karjaluoto's article. In his article, he states that, "Taking pride in how busy we are is one of the worst ideas we ever had." So, how about reading just a few articles this week for a change and then take a complete weekend off to recharge your battery?The post Web Development Reading List #177: Getting Started With Components, CT-Header, And New Regular Expressions appeared first on Smashing Magazine.

Whether you’re just about to start a new project or updating your existing branding, it’s worth considering the impact that colour can play in communicating your brand values. In fact, studies now show that colour increases brand recognition by up to 80 percent! Though you could be forgiven for thinking that brand colours are an...

Is your business suffering from low productivity? Poor processes and a lack of suitable technology may be huge contributing factors that, in turn, cause your company to deal with low-performance indicators. An antiquated legacy application may not provide the visibility you need. If you’re refusing to switch to a sustainable ERP system, then that is...

The internet is indeed a wonderful thing. You can get answers to virtually any question - some may even be true. Web designers know this all too well, as we... The post Too Many Threads: A Scattered Approach to Coding appeared first on Speckyboy Design Magazine.

Editor's Note: Some people seem to have a magic touch when it comes to digging up design goodness. Veerle Pieters is one of them. As she explores print and web design, photography, art and type, she uncovers a lot of brilliant gems. And because they are too good not to share, she has compiled a selection of inspirational examples for you in this round-up. The plan is to bring out a new one every month - so let us know in the comments if you like what you see. But for now, please lean back and enjoy! The post Monday Morning Design Inspiration appeared first on Smashing Magazine.

Welcome to this month's collection of what's making the web look good. This time out we've got some new brands and some rebrands, and we've got some good examples of branding continuity across media. Branding continuity doesn't just mean putting the logo in the corner and using the same colors and type. It's about capturing […] The post 20 Best New Sites, September 2021 first appeared on Webdesigner Depot.

If you're looking for a different type of a font to make your design stand out, a cursive font can be a great choice. Cursive and script fonts aren’t new, but they’re a less common choice for many designers. This gives you a chance to use cursive fonts to add some originality to your next […]