Getting Started with Machine Learning

In this workshop, we will

1. Learn what artifical intelligence and machine learning is
2. Learn enough Python to access machine learning tools
3. Develop a machine learning model on a sample problem
4. Discuss what to try next

Setup Instructions

For this workshop, we recommend installing the Anaconda Python Distribution which supports Windows, Mac, and Linux. This single all-in-one installer includes:

1. Python
2. Many of the useful data analaysis packages
3. Jupyter Notebook, which is the environment we will use in the workshop

All of this will be explained in the workshop. For now, we need you to download and install Anaconda.

1. Anaconda Python Distribution

1. Navigate to https://www.anaconda.com/download with your web browser and download the Python 3.x installer (e.g. Python 3.10).
2. Run the installer using all the default installation options.

Note for Linux Users: Running the installer requires using the shell, as described here.

3. Test your installation. In windows, you should have Anoconda Prompt installed as one of your programs. In linux and mac, you should be able to run conda --version in the terminal.

2. Browser Compatibility

The Jupyter Notebook runs in the browser and supports: Firefox, Chrome, and Safari. Up to date versions of Opera and Edge may also work, but if they don’t, please have one of the supported browsers installed.