Learners will analyze real-world datasets, prepare and transform features, and apply regression algorithms to predict numerical outcomes with confidence. By the end of this course, learners will be able to structure datasets for modeling, handle missing and inconsistent data, encode categorical variables appropriately, and evaluate regression models using training and test data.

Analyze and Predict Prices Using Regression Techniques

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What you'll learn
Prepare and transform real-world datasets for regression modeling and prediction tasks.
Apply encoding, imputation, and validation techniques to handle missing and categorical data.
Train and evaluate regression models using structured training and test datasets confidently.
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February 2026
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This module introduces learners to the fundamentals of predicting prices using regression techniques. Learners explore how real-world factors influence pricing, learn to structure datasets correctly for regression analysis, and apply essential data preparation techniques such as indexing, test value setup, and missing-value handling. By the end of the module, learners will be able to transform raw data into a regression-ready format while avoiding common data quality and evaluation pitfalls.
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8 videos4 assignments
This module focuses on advanced data preparation and modeling techniques required for effective regression-based price prediction. Learners perform feature engineering, convert categorical variables into quantitative and ordinal forms, validate dataset structure, and apply proper train–test splitting to evaluate model performance. The module concludes with executing a regression algorithm to generate and interpret predicted values.
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8 videos4 assignments
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