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I have created an in-depth legal machine learning experiment using historical IPO, Initial Public Offering, data. The experiment is written in Python. Full source code for this project is available on GitHub . The goal of this experiment is to teach by example. I cover all of the major steps in a data science experiment: Data Import and Cleansing Data Exploration and Visualization Feature Engineering Training and Evaluating a Model Business Objective The business objective is to predict whether or not an IPO will be under-priced, using only the information that we have available before the offering. An offering is considered under-priced ...

So, you want to learn Machine Learning. In this post, I will break down the various topics. In addition, each topic will include references to learning resources. There is an abundance of free information available on all of these topics. How to Get Started with Machine Learning Start with practical problems in which you have a strong business knowledge. For example, take an analysis you have already done in Excel, and try to improve it incrementally. Take the time to understand the math and how the algorithms work. Always benchmark your results by learning how to score and evaluate your models. Be realistic about your programming skills. You can ...

Introduction This is the second post in my series of machine learning posts in advance of the conference. I hope this will provide for a lively conversation during our session: Machine Learning and AI in Action (AI Series, Session 2). In my first post, A Non-Technical Introduction to Machine Learning Algorithms , I discussed the various machine learning algorithms, and the types of business problems which can be solved using artificial intelligence and machine learning. In this post, I will discuss the process of implementing a complete, end-to-end, data science experiment. This post should help you understand how to get started, and also provide ...

ILTACON is almost here and we are super excited for all we have planned. We do have a few things we want to point out before you go make your trip more enjoyable. Dawn Hudgins our VP, Events & Conferences and Nicole Martinez, Program Manager, Education and Content have made a great video with details to make you more familiar with the property and program before you even arrive ALL ABOUT YOU: These events do take a toll on your body, so there are a few things to keep in mind… YOUR FEET – Plan to wear comfortable, supportive shoes to this event. Although the distance between where you sleep and where you need to be is a shorter ...

In preparation for the conference, I will be creating a series of machine learning blog posts. These will cover the basic concepts, as well as practical examples of real world machine learning experiments using R, Python, the Azure Machine Learning Studio, and SQL Server. I hope this will provide for a lively conversation during our session: Machine Learning and AI in Action (AI Series, Session 2). I also hope this will start you thinking about ways that machine learning can be used at your firm. To begin, let's start with a non-technical description of different types of machine learning algorithms. Machine Learning Algorithms We use different ...

What? You haven’t already figured out why ILTACON 2019 is so relevant to Marketing and Business Development professionals? Check these out and then register! ILTACON is the legal technology industry’s premier event for peer-driven educational programming, with advanced content offered in a variety of formats to suit every learning style. Several collaboration times carved out specifically to gather with colleagues in similar marketing roles. Numerous networking opportunities are provided so that you can meet and talk to legal professionals outside of marketing whose different perspectives will help you broaden your knowledge. The exhibit ...

Believe it or not, ILTACON 2019 is less than 2 months away! Are you still trying to get approval to attend? Come and get a jumpstart on mapping out your week in Orlando with us: we have compiled a list of sessions that may be of interest to Litigation Support Professionals… and you can even share this with your boss! First things first: Arriving on Sunday? Start your conference off by joining your Litigation Support peers at the Litigation Support Collaboration Kickoff on August 18th, from 4:00 – 5:30 PM. Two additional Litigation Support Collaboration sessions will occur on Tuesday and Thursday . ILTACON is launching a new ...

If you haven’t already figured out why ILTACON 2019 is so important to Knowledge Management professionals, check out the below! There are a number of reasons you should register and join all your ILTA colleagues in Orlando! To start: ILTACON is the organization’s premier event for peer-driven educational programming, with advanced content offered in a variety of formats to suit every learning style. The exhibit hall is packed with business partners ready to show you their products and services in a friendly and low pressure environment. And numerous networking opportunities are provided so that you can meet and talk to speakers, other attendees and exhibitors ...

Are you a finance person? Do you want to learn what finance people have to deal with every day? Still thinking whether to register for ILTACON 2019 ? Here to make your ILTACON decision easier is a summary of some of the finance-related sessions you can attend at the conference: There are three things that are certain in life: death, taxes, and … financial system migration. Whether your firm is considering 3E, Aderant, or another solution altogether, come and hear from those who have successfully implemented a new solution and survived to tell about it. Come and attend the Financial Systems Migration: Success Has Many Parents session ...

As a Corporate or Government ILTA member, it is often hard to get the sign-off to attend ILTACON. Are you interested in attending this year’s conference but don’t know if there are enough sessions of interest to make it worth it? Do you have to convince your boss? Here are some of the many sessions at ILTACON 2019 that should prove valuable to Corporate and Government members. Sunday Collaboration Kickoff , Tuesday Collaboration Session , and Thursday Collaboration Session These collaboration sessions for Corporate and Government attendees are often some of the most valuable at conference, as they present an opportunity to meet ...

One great thing about ILTACON 2019 is that there is truly something for everyone! In this blog, we will highlight resources for Small and Midsize Firms, C-Suite Professionals, and Young Professionals. No matter your role or experience, you’ll find many sessions that will benefit you this year! Below are just a few of the reasons why you should register for ILTACON: ILTACON is the legal technology industry’s premier event for peer-driven educational programming, with advanced content offered in a variety of formats to suit every learning style. Several collaboration times carved out specifically to gather with colleagues in similar marketing ...