Detecting Anomalies with Machine Learning and Python
Detecting Anomalies with Machine Learning and Python Introduction Anomaly detection is a critical task in data analysis, enabling the identification of suspicious transactions, credit card inconsistencies, and irregularities in medical records. In this post, we will delve into the practical implementation of anomaly detection using machine learning in Python, focusing on real-world security applications and challenges. Prerequisites To follow along with this tutorial, you will need: A basic understanding of Python and machine learning concepts (e.g., supervised and unsupervised learning) Familiarity with popular Python libraries for machine learning (e.g., scikit-learn, TensorFlow) Access to a Python environment for code execution Preparing the Data Before training a machine learning model, we need to prepare our dataset. This includes selecting relevant data, handling missing values, and scaling numerical features. ...