793: Bayesian Methods and Applications — with Alexandre Andorra

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Bayesian methods are front and center in this episode featuring Alex Andorra, co-founder of PyMC Labs. Alex sits down with @JonKrohnLearns to explain how Bayesian techniques solve complex problems, leverage prior knowledge, and optimize limited data. They discuss PyMC, PyStan, and NumPyro for robust Bayesian modeling, boosting model efficiency with PyTensor and GPU acceleration, and using ArviZ for advanced diagnostics and visualizations. Alex also covers implementing Gaussian Processes for intricate, non-linear data insights.

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In this episode you will learn:
• [00:00:00] Introduction
• [00:03:26] Practical introduction to Bayesian statistics
• [00:16:28] Definition and significance of epistemology
• [00:26:33] Explanation of PyMC and Monte Carlo methods
• [00:33:02] How to get started with Bayesian modeling and PyMC
• [00:49:26] PyMC Labs and its consulting services
• [01:00:59] ArviZ for post-modeling diagnostics and visualization
• [01:07:38] Gaussian processes and their applications

Additional materials: https://www.superdatascience.com/793