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Date: Mon, 26 Jul 1999 14:13:09 -0400
From: Eric King, eric@heuristics.com
Subject: Data Mining: Evaluating Methods and Tools

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      DATA MINING: EVALUATING METHODS AND TOOLS
      A broad-brushed intensive introduction of
      methods, applications, tools & techniques

           offered by The Gordian Institute
                featuring Dr. Ben Hitt

                  Registration: $995
       San Francisco - September 13 & 14, 1999
            Dallas - November 8 & 9, 1999
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ABOUT THIS COURSE
This two day course is an intensive introduction to data mining methods,
applications, tools and techniques. The instructor covers the subject of
data mining from the ground up. Those in attendance will learn about
various methods of modeling and how those models apply to real business
problems. If you desire to make data mining an integral part of your
business process, then this offering is designed for you.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
    - The basic principles of data mining
    - What questions data mining can answer
    - The different methods of data mining and how they compare
    - How raw data is prepared for data mining
    - How results are analyzed and validated
    - What are common pitfalls and how to avoid them
    - What commercial products are available and how to evaluate them

BENEFITS OF ATTENDING:
   - Make better business decisions based on information hidden in your
   data
   - Develop a strong vocabulary and understanding of data mining
   terminology
   - Examine which data mining methods and tools are most effective
     for your needs
   - Communicate with confidence among your developers and consultants
   - Avoid pitfalls in the interpretation of results

REQUEST FULL COURSE DETAILS
You will quickly receive complete details to include a course outline,
instructor background and registration form through any of the following:
- Email: agent@gordianknot.com
     Send an Email message with your request in the subject field:
        - DATA MINING COURSE DETAILS
        - GORDIAN'S QUARTERLY ELECTRONIC NEWSLETTER
   - Toll Free: 800-405-2114
   - Direct: 281-364-9882
- http://www.gordianknot.com

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