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Use R and tidyverse to prepare, clean, import, visualize, transform, program, communicate, predict and model data No R experience is required, although prior exposure to statistics and programming is helpful Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free eBook in PDF format. Key Features: - Get to grips with the tidyverse, challenging data, and big data - Create clear and concise data and model visualizations that effectively communicate results to stakeholders - Solve a variety of problems using regression, ensemble methods, clustering, deep learning, probabilistic models, and more Book Description: Dive into R with this data science guide on machine learning (ML). Machine Learning with R, Fourth Edition, takes you through classification methods like nearest neighbor and Naive Bayes and regression modeling, from simple linear to logistic. Dive into practical deep learning with neural networks and support vector machines and unearth valuable insights from complex data sets with market basket analysis. Learn how to unlock hidden patterns within your data using k-means clustering. With three new chapters on data, you'll hone your skills in advanced data preparation, mastering feature engineering, and tackling challenging data scenarios. This book helps you conquer high-dimensionality, sparsity, and imbalanced data with confidence. Navigate the complexities of big data with ease, harnessing the power of parallel computing and leveraging GPU resources for faster insights. Elevate your understanding of model performance evaluation, moving beyond accuracy metrics. With a new chapter on building better learners, you'll pick up techniques that top teams use to improve model performance with ensemble methods and innovative model stacking and blending techniques. Machine Learning with R, Fourth Edition, equips you with the tools and knowledge to tackle even the most formidable data challenges.