
IAOS-ISI RSC 2024 Mexico Conference -Training course: AI and Machine Learning

14 May 2024 (Tuesday)

Mexico City, Mexico

Mexico's National Institute of Statistics and Geography (INEGI), International Association of Official Statistics (IAOS) & International Statistical Institute (ISI).

DOSM Representative:
Ms. Malathi Ponnusamy, Deputy Executive Director, Malaysia Bureau of Labour Statistics

Take home points:
The workshop on "AI and Machine Learning" provided a comprehensive understanding of machine learning (ML) and natural language processing (NLP). Essential data pre-processing techniques, including data cleaning, transformation, and normalization, were mastered, emphasizing the importance of feature selection and engineering. Hands-on experience in building and evaluating various classifiers, with a focus on real estate data, highlighted the unique challenges and solutions in this domain. Practical implementation skills were honed using popular ML libraries like Scikit-learn and TensorFlow. Expert guidance from Statistics Poland enriched the learning experience, offering best practices and advanced techniques. The workshop also facilitated collaboration and networking with other statisticians, methodologists, and data analysts, fostering a professional network.
Stay tuned for the next programmes!