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Think Bayes by Allen Downey

Think Bayes

Bayesian Statistics in Python

Allen Downey

O'Reilly Media · Print & ebook · June 22, 2021

If you know how to program, you're ready to tackle Bayesian statistics.

Data MiningPython ProgrammingBayesian Analysisscience
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Who it’s for
Use Python and discrete probability to make Bayesian statistics feel less like a wall of formulas.
Themes
Bayesian statistics, Statistical computing with Python, Estimation and decision analysis
Genres
Bayesian Analysis, Python Programming, Data Mining

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About this book

If you know how to program, you're ready to tackle Bayesian statistics. With this book, you'll learn how to solve statistical problems with Python code instead of mathematical formulas, using discrete probability distributions rather than continuous mathematics. Once you get the math out of the way, the Bayesian fundamentals will become clearer and you'll begin to apply these techniques to real-world problems.

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Bayesian statistical methods are becoming more common and more important, but there aren't many resources available to help beginners. Based on undergraduate classes taught by author Allen B. Downey, this book's computational approach helps you get a solid start. - Use your programming skills to learn and understand Bayesian statistics - Work with problems involving estimation, prediction, decision analysis, evidence, and Bayesian hypothesis testing - Get started with simple examples, using coins, dice, and a bowl of cookies - Learn computational methods for solving real-world problems

Bayes, By Coding

Use Python and discrete probability to make Bayesian statistics feel less like a wall of formulas.

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  • A computational route into Bayesian thinking
  • Practical questions about estimation, prediction, and evidence

Expect

  • Python code and discrete probability distributions
  • Simple examples involving coins, dice, and cookies

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Bayesian Analysis97%
Python Programming31%
Data Mining28%

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Publisher categories

  • Data Science
  • Python Programming
  • Math & Stats Software
  • Machine Learning
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Authors
Allen Downey
Publisher
O'Reilly Media
Published
June 22, 2021
Format
Print & ebook
Theme
Bayesian statistics · Statistical computing with Python · Estimation and decision analysis
Reading lane
Data Science