ODSC West 2015 - Anthony Goldbloom - "Kaggle- The Home of Data Science"

Explore the world of data science competitions in this insightful talk by Anthony Goldbloom, founder and CEO of Kaggle. Discover how Kaggle has become the premier platform for data scientists worldwide, fostering innovation and pushing the boundaries of machine learning. Learn about the platform's unique features, including training datasets, live leaderboards, and the competitive atmosphere that drives rapid advancements in the field. Gain insights into top performers' strategies, from handcrafted features to neural network approaches, and understand the impact of the "Roger Bannister Effect" on problem-solving. Delve into real-world applications, including collaborations with NASA and the White House, and explore the latest tools and techniques in data science. Whether you're a seasoned data scientist or just starting out, this talk offers valuable perspectives on the evolving landscape of data science competitions and their role in advancing the field.

Introduction
What is Kaggle
Training Dataset
Live Leaderboard
NASA Jet Propulsion Lab
White House Blog
The Limit
The Roger Bannister Effect
Machine Learning
Competition
Similarities
Top performers
Andrew Kramer tuning
handcrafted features approach
competition example
neural networks
Scripts
Single Data
New Tools
Free and Cable
Rejection
IDK
Discussion
France
Uploading data sets
Hillary Clintons emails
Conclusion
Questions
Supervised Problems
SemiSupervised Problems
Test Datasets
Getting Started
New Neural Network Libraries
Popular Neural Network Libraries
Formal Education
Buffers
Setting up a problem