Our physical world is grounded in three dimensions. To create technology that can reason about and interact with it, our data must be 3D too. This practical guide offers data scientists, engineers, and researchers a hands-on approach to working with 3D data using Python. From 3D reconstruction to 3D deep learning techniques, you'll learn how to extract valuable insights from massive datasets, including point clouds, voxels, 3D CAD models, meshes, images, and more. Dr. Florent Poux helps you leverage the potential of cutting-edge algorithms and spatial AI models to develop production-ready systems with a focus on automation. You'll get the 3D data science knowledge and code to: Understand core concepts and representations of 3D data Load, manipulate, analyze, and visualize 3D data using powerful Python libraries Apply advanced AI algorithms for 3D pattern recognition (supervised and unsupervised) Use 3D reconstruction techniques to generate 3D datasets Implement automated 3D modeling and generative AI workflows Explore practical applications in areas like computer vision/graphics, geospatial intelligence, scientific computing, robotics, and autonomous driving Build accurate digital environments that spatial AI solutions can leverage Florent Poux is an esteemed authority in the field of 3D data science who teaches and conducts research for top European universities. He's also head professor at the 3D Geodata Academy and innovation director for French Tech 120 companies.

Data Science Fundamentals with R, Python, and Open Data Introduction to essential concepts and techniques of the fundamentals of R and Python needed to start data science projects Organized with a strong focus on open data, Data Science Fundamentals with R, Python, and Open Data discusses concepts, techniques, tools, and first steps to carry out data science projects, with a focus on Python and RStudio, reflecting a clear industry trend emerging towards the integration of the two. The text examines intricacies and inconsistencies often found in real data, explaining how to recognize them and guiding readers through possible solutions, and enables readers to handle real data confidently and apply transformations to reorganize, indexing, aggregate, and elaborate. This book is full of reader interactivity, with a companion website hosting supplementary material including datasets used in the examples and complete running code (R scripts and Jupyter notebooks) of all examples. Exam-style questions are implemented and multiple choice questions to support the readers’ active learning. Each chapter presents one or more case studies. Written by a highly qualified academic, Data Science Fundamentals with R, Python, and Open Data discuss sample topics such as: Data organization and operations on data frames, covering reading CSV dataset and common errors, and slicing, creating, and deleting columns in R Logical conditions and row selection, covering selection of rows with logical condition and operations on dates, strings, and missing values Pivoting operations and wide form-long form transformations, indexing by groups with multiple variables, and indexing by group and aggregations Conditional statements and iterations, multicolumn functions and operations, data frame joins, and handling data in list/dictionary format Data Science Fundamentals with R, Python, and Open Data is a highly accessible learning resource for students from heterogeneous disciplines where Data Science and quantitative, computational methods are gaining popularity, along with hard sciences not closely related to computer science, and medical fields using stochastic and quantitative models.

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All You Need to Know, and Nothing You Don't, to Solve Real Problems with Python Python is one of the most popular programming languages in the world, used for everything from shell scripts to web development to data science. As a result, Python is a great language to learn, but you don't need to learn "everything" to get started, just how to use it efficiently to solve real problems. In Learn Enough Python to Be Dangerous, renowned instructor Michael Hartl teaches the specific concepts, skills, and approaches you need to be professionally productive. Even if you've never programmed before, Hartl helps you quickly build technical sophistication and master the lore you need to succeed. Hartl introduces Python both as a general-purpose language and as a specialist tool for web development and data science, presenting focused examples and exercises that help you internalize what matters, without wasting time on details pros don't care about. Soon, it'll be like you were born knowing this stuff--and you'll be suddenly, seriously dangerous. Learn enough about . . . Applying core Python concepts with the interactive interpreter and command line Writing object-oriented code with Python's native objects Developing and publishing self-contained Python packages Using elegant, powerful functional programming techniques, including Python comprehensions Building new objects, and extending them via Test-Driven Development (TDD) Leveraging Python's exceptional shell scripting capabilities Creating and deploying a full web app, using routes, layouts, templates, and forms Getting started with data-science tools for numerical computations, data visualization, data analysis, and machine learning Mastering concrete and informal skills every developer needs Michael Hartl's Learn Enough Series includes books and video courses that focus on the most important parts of each subject, so you don't have to learn everything to get started--you just have to learn enough to be dangerous and solve technical problems yourself. Like this book? Don't miss Michael Hartl's companion video tutorial, Learn Enough Python to Be Dangerous LiveLessons. Register your book for convenient access to downloads, updates, and/or corrections as they become available. See inside book for details.

"Applied Geospatial Data Science with Python" introduces readers to the power of integrating geospatial data into data science workflows. This book equips you with practical methods for processing, analyzing, and visualizing spatial data to solve real-world problems. Through hands-on examples and clear, actionable advice, you will master the art of spatial data analysis using Python. What this Book will help me do Learn to process, analyze, and visualize geospatial data using Python libraries. Develop a foundational understanding of GIS and geospatial data science principles. Gain skills in building geospatial AI and machine learning models for specific use cases. Apply geospatial data workflows to practical scenarios like optimization and clustering. Create a portfolio of geospatial data science projects relevant across different industries. Author(s) David S. Jordan is an experienced data scientist with years of expertise in GIS and geospatial analytics. With a passion for making complex topics accessible, David leverages his deep technical knowledge to provide practical, hands-on instruction. His approach emphasizes real-world applications and encourages learners to develop confidence as they work with geospatial data. Who is it for? This book is perfect for data scientists looking to integrate geospatial data analysis into their existing workflows, and GIS professionals seeking to expand into data science. If you already have a basic knowledge of Python for data analysis or data science and want to explore how to work effectively with geospatial data to drive impactful solutions, this is the book for you.

Python is a first-class tool for many researchers, primarily because of its libraries for storing, manipulating, and gaining insight from data. Several resources exist for individual pieces of this data science stack, but only with the new edition of Python Data Science Handbook do you get them all—IPython, NumPy, pandas, Matplotlib, Scikit-Learn, and other related tools. Working scientists and data crunchers familiar with reading and writing Python code will find the second edition of this comprehensive desk reference ideal for tackling day-to-day issues: manipulating, transforming, and cleaning data; visualizing different types of data; and using data to build statistical or machine learning models. Quite simply, this is the must-have reference for scientific computing in Python. With this handbook, you'll learn how: IPython and Jupyter provide computational environments for scientists using Python NumPy includes the ndarray for efficient storage and manipulation of dense data arrays Pandas contains the DataFrame for efficient storage and manipulation of labeled/columnar data Matplotlib includes capabilities for a flexible range of data visualizations Scikit-learn helps you build efficient and clean Python implementations of the most important and established machine learning algorithms

Python is an ideal choice for accessing, manipulating, and gaining insights from data of all kinds. Python for Data Science introduces you to the Pythonic world of data analysis with a learn-by-doing approach rooted in practical examples and hands-on activities. Youâ??ll learn how to write Python code to obtain, transform, and analyze data, practicing state-of-the-art data processing techniques for use cases in business management, marketing, and decision support. You will discover Pythonâ??s rich set of built-in data structures for basic operations, as well as its robust ecosystem of open-source libraries for data science, including NumPy, pandas, scikit-learn, matplotlib, and more. Examples show how to load data in various formats, how to streamline, group, and aggregate data sets, and how to create charts, maps, and other visualizations. Later chapters go in-depth with demonstrations of real-world data applications, including using location data to power a taxi service, market basket analysis to identify items commonly purchased together, and machine learning to predict stock prices.

Practical Data Science with Python guides you through the entire process of leveraging Python tools to analyze and gain insights from data. You'll start with foundational concepts and coding essentials, progressing through statistical analysis, machine learning techniques, and ethical considerations. What this Book will help me do Clean, prepare, and explore data using pandas and NumPy. Understand and implement machine learning models such as random forests and support vector machines. Perform statistical tests and analyze distributions to enhance data insights. Utilize SQL with Python for efficient data interaction. Generate automated reports and dashboards for data storytelling. Author(s) Nathan George has extensive professional experience as a data scientist and Python developer. He specializes in the application of machine learning and statistical methods to solve real-world problems. His writing combines technical depth with an approachable style, aiming to provide readers with actionable knowledge and skills. Who is it for? This book is perfect for data science beginners who have a basic understanding of Python and want to build practical data analysis skills. Students in analytics programs or professionals looking to transition into a data science role will find value in its approachable yet comprehensive coverage. Aspiring data analysts and career changers will gain firsthand exposure to Python-based data science best practices. If you're eager to develop practical, hands-on experience in the data science field, this is the guide for you.

Data Science Projects with Python offers a hands-on, project-based approach to learning data science using real-world data sets and tools. You will explore data using Python libraries like pandas and Matplotlib, build machine learning models with scikit-learn, and apply advanced techniques like XGBoost and SHAP values. This book equips you to confidently extract insights, evaluate models, and deliver results with clarity. What this Book will help me do Learn to load, clean, and preprocess data using Python and pandas. Build and evaluate predictive models, including logistic regression and random forests. Visualize data effectively using Python libraries like Matplotlib. Master advanced techniques like XGBoost and algorithmic fairness. Communicate data-driven insights to aid decision making in practical scenarios. Author(s) Stephen Klosterman is an experienced data scientist with a strong focus on practical applications of machine learning in business. Combining a rich academic background with hands-on industry experience, he excels at explaining complex concepts in an approachable way. As the author of 'Data Science Projects with Python,' his goal is to provide learners with the skills needed for real-world data science challenges. Who is it for? This book is ideal for beginners in data science and machine learning who have some basic programming knowledge in Python. Aspiring data scientists will benefit from its practical, end-to-end examples. Professionals seeking to expand their skillset in predictive modeling and delivering business insights will find this book invaluable. Some foundation in statistics and programming is recommended.

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Data Science Projects with Python introduces you to data science and machine learning using Python through practical examples. In this book, you'll learn to analyze, visualize, and model data, applying techniques like logistic regression and random forests. With a case-study method, you'll build confidence implementing insights in real-world scenarios. What this Book will help me do Set up a data science environment with necessary Python libraries such as pandas and scikit-learn. Effectively visualize data insights through Matplotlib and summary statistics. Apply machine learning models including logistic regression and random forests to solve data problems. Identify optimal models through evaluation metrics like k-fold cross-validation. Develop confidence in data preparation and modeling techniques for real-world data challenges. Author(s) Stephen Klosterman is a seasoned data scientist with a keen interest in practical applications of machine learning. He combines a strong academic foundation with real-world experience to craft relatable content. Stephen excels in breaking down complex topics into approachable lessons, helping learners grow their data science expertise step by step. Who is it for? This book is ideal for data analysts, scientists, and business professionals looking to enhance their skills in Python and data science. If you have some experience in Python and a foundational understanding of algebra and statistics, you'll find this book approachable. It offers an excellent gateway to mastering advanced data analysis techniques. Whether you're seeking to explore machine learning or apply data insights, this book supports your growth.

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Scala will be a valuable tool to have on hand during your data science journey for everything from data cleaning to cutting-edge machine learning About This Book Build data science and data engineering solutions with ease An in-depth look at each stage of the data analysis process — from reading and collecting data to distributed analytics Explore a broad variety of data processing, machine learning, and genetic algorithms through diagrams, mathematical formulations, and source code Who This Book Is For This learning path is perfect for those who are comfortable with Scala programming and now want to enter the field of data science. Some knowledge of statistics is expected. What You Will Learn Transfer and filter tabular data to extract features for machine learning Read, clean, transform, and write data to both SQL and NoSQL databases Create Scala web applications that couple with JavaScript libraries such as D3 to create compelling interactive visualizations Load data from HDFS and HIVE with ease Run streaming and graph analytics in Spark for exploratory analysis Bundle and scale up Spark jobs by deploying them into a variety of cluster managers Build dynamic workflows for scientific computing Leverage open source libraries to extract patterns from time series Master probabilistic models for sequential data In Detail Scala is especially good for analyzing large sets of data as the scale of the task doesn’t have any significant impact on performance. Scala’s powerful functional libraries can interact with databases and build scalable frameworks — resulting in the creation of robust data pipelines. The first module introduces you to Scala libraries to ingest, store, manipulate, process, and visualize data. Using real world examples, you will learn how to design scalable architecture to process and model data — starting from simple concurrency constructs and progressing to actor systems and Apache Spark. After this, you will also learn how to build interactive visualizations with web frameworks. Once you have become familiar with all the tasks involved in data science, you will explore data analytics with Scala in the second module. You’ll see how Scala can be used to make sense of data through easy to follow recipes. You will learn about Bokeh bindings for exploratory data analysis and quintessential machine learning with algorithms with Spark ML library. You’ll get a sufficient understanding of Spark streaming, machine learning for streaming data, and Spark graphX. Armed with a firm understanding of data analysis, you will be ready to explore the most cutting-edge aspect of data science — machine learning. The final module teaches you the A to Z of machine learning with Scala. You’ll explore Scala for dependency injections and implicits, which are used to write machine learning algorithms. You’ll also explore machine learning topics such as clustering, dimentionality reduction, Naïve Bayes, Regression models, SVMs, neural networks, and more. This learning path combines some of the best that Packt has to offer into one complete, curated package. It includes content from the following Packt products: Scala for Data Science, Pascal Bugnion Scala Data Analysis Cookbook, Arun Manivannan Scala for Machine Learning, Patrick R. Nicolas Style and approach A complete package with all the information necessary to start building useful data engineering and data science solutions straight away. It contains a diverse set of recipes that cover the full spectrum of interesting data analysis tasks and will help you revolutionize your data analysis skills using Scala. Downloading the example code for this book. You can download the example code files for all Packt books you have purchased from your account at http://www.PacktPub.com. If you purchased this book elsewhere, you can visit http://www.PacktPub.com/support and register to have the code file.

For many researchers, Python is a first-class tool mainly because of its libraries for storing, manipulating, and gaining insight from data. Several resources exist for individual pieces of this data science stack, but only with the Python Data Science Handbook do you get them all—IPython, NumPy, Pandas, Matplotlib, Scikit-Learn, and other related tools. Working scientists and data crunchers familiar with reading and writing Python code will find this comprehensive desk reference ideal for tackling day-to-day issues: manipulating, transforming, and cleaning data; visualizing different types of data; and using data to build statistical or machine learning models. Quite simply, this is the must-have reference for scientific computing in Python. With this handbook, you’ll learn how to use: IPython and Jupyter: provide computational environments for data scientists using Python NumPy: includes the ndarray for efficient storage and manipulation of dense data arrays in Python Pandas: features the DataFrame for efficient storage and manipulation of labeled/columnar data in Python Matplotlib: includes capabilities for a flexible range of data visualizations in Python Scikit-Learn: for efficient and clean Python implementations of the most important and established machine learning algorithms