- 3 Generations of Machine Learning and Data Mining Tools - Feb 15, 2013.
Three different paradigms available for implementing Machine Learning (ML) algorithms both from the literature and from the open source community.
- Gartner Magic Quadrant for Business Intelligence and Analytics Platforms - Feb 15, 2013.
In 2012 Data Discovery became a mainstream part of BI and analytic architecture. The market also saw increased activity in real time, content and predictive analytics. The leaders in the market include Microsoft, IBM, Tableau, QlikTech, Oracle, SAS, MicroStrategy, Tibco Spotfire, Information Builders, and SAP.
- Data Scientist Valentine’s Day Adjustment - Feb 15, 2013.
Data Scientists may have the sexiest profession of the 21st century, but how do they solve their Valentine's Day problem? New KDnuggets Cartoon examines a solution.
Data Scientist, Scarlett Johansson, Valentine's Day
- Data Science Toolkit API - Feb 15, 2013.
The Data Science Toolkit includes many data sets and open-source tools, with REST/JSON API and Python and Javascript interfaces. API includes components to help parse places, text, and people.
- Free e-book on Data Science with R - Feb 15, 2013.
An Introduction to Data Science, developed for Syracuse U. Certificate for Data Science, is freely downloadable and available on iTunes.
Free ebook, R
- Salary/Income of Analytics/Data Mining/Data Science professionals - Feb 15, 2013.
The big demand for analytics, data mining, and data science professionals led to a significant jump in their salaries in 2013. Salaries are highest in US, Australia/NZ, and among self-employed and industry data scientists. See details.