This hands-on pathway builds practical machine learning capability using GNU Octave—the open-source MATLAB alternative—plus a focused module in R for classification. Across four Octave courses you’ll progress from installation and core matrix operations to data wrangling, visualization (2D/3D, mesh, annotated plots), control structures, reusable functions, and time-series handling. You’ll then apply supervised learning with logistic regression in R, covering preprocessing, evaluation (confusion matrix, ROC/AUC), and threshold decisions. Graduates leave ready to prototype ML workflows and analyze real datasets efficiently for data science and analytics roles.
Octave for Machine Learning: Data Analysis Mastery Specialization
Octave for Machine Learning: Data Analysis Mastery Specialization
Build ML Workflows With GNU Octave. Master Octave, data analysis, visualization, time series, and logistic regression for ML impact.
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Beginner level
Recommended experience
1 month at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Earn a career credential
Share your expertise with employers
What you'll learn
Build end-to-end ML prototypes in Octave using matrices, control flow, functions, and plots.
Process and visualize real datasets; compute skewness, kurtosis, and time-series features.
Train and evaluate logistic regression models in R with preprocessing, confusion matrices, and ROC/AUC.
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Skills you'll gain
- Scripting Languages
- Data Visualization
- Graphing
- Software Installation
- Scalability
- Data Analysis
- Text Mining
- Scientific Visualization
- Programming Principles
- Descriptive Statistics
- Time Series Analysis and Forecasting
- Statistical Analysis
- Visualization (Computer Graphics)
- Mathematical Modeling
- Scripting
- Plot (Graphics)
- Predictive Modeling
- Numerical Analysis
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Specialization - 4 course series
What you'll learn
Install Octave and perform matrix, string, and data operations.
Apply symbolic math and statistical methods for analysis.
Visualize datasets with plots, mesh grids, and annotations.
Skills you'll gain
Mathematical Software, Data Manipulation, Data Structures, Statistical Analysis, Numerical Analysis, Linear Algebra, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Data Processing, Computer Programming, Software Installation, Descriptive Statistics, and Text Mining
What you'll learn
Apply Octave functions for data I/O, interpolation, and extrapolation.
Build reusable functions with loops and advanced control structures.
Manage temporal data for predictive modeling and time-series analysis.
Skills you'll gain
Data Processing, File Management, Scripting, Data Import/Export, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Applied Machine Learning, Programming Principles, Predictive Modeling, Scalability, Data Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Mathematical Software, and Statistical Analysis
What you'll learn
Apply advanced Octave functions with 2D and 3D plotting.
Build reusable scripts using loops and control structures.
Implement robust, error-resilient programs for computation.
Skills you'll gain
Plot (Graphics), Scientific Visualization, Scripting, Numerical Analysis, Computational Thinking, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Programming Principles, Scripting Languages, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Linear Algebra, Debugging, Data Manipulation, Graphing, and Matlab
What you'll learn
Install GNU Octave and perform core numerical computations.
Use operators, control structures, and iterative programming.
Build reusable functions for advanced problem-solving tasks.
Skills you'll gain
Data Manipulation, Trigonometry, Mathematical Software, Applied Mathematics, Data Structures, Mathematical Modeling, Programming Principles, Linear Algebra, Numerical Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Software Installation, and Development Environment
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Frequently asked questions
Plan for 13–14 weeks at 3–4 hours per week (≈40–56 total learning hours). A practical pace is: Weeks 1–3 – Octave foundations and visualization (Course 1); Weeks 4–6 – intermediate Octave for ML workflows (Course 2); Weeks 7–9 – advanced plotting, scripting, and control flow (Course 3); Weeks 10–12 – functions, modular design, and numerical computing (Course 4); Weeks 13–14 – logistic regression in R plus applied projects (Course 5). This cadence leaves time for hands-on practice and mini-projects (e.g., diabetes prediction and credit-risk scoring) so you finish with job-ready, portfolio evidence in GNU Octave, data analysis, and machine learning.
Learners should have a basic understanding of mathematics (algebra and statistics) and some familiarity with programming concepts. Prior exposure to Python, MATLAB, or Octave is helpful but not required, as the courses start with beginner-friendly foundations.
Yes. The specialization is designed in a progressive sequence, where each course builds on the skills gained in the previous one. Starting with Octave basics and moving through advanced programming, visualization, and applied machine learning ensures a structured learning journey that maximizes mastery.
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