Bayes' Theorem - Understanding Posterior, Prior, and Updates in Probability
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Overview
Learn about Bayes' Theorem, a fundamental concept in probability, statistics, and machine learning, through an 18-minute educational video produced at the University of Washington. Explore the core components of Bayes' theorem, including the posterior, prior, and update, through clear explanations and practical examples. Understand how to apply the theorem without P(A), discover its generalized form, and see its real-world application through a detailed cancer screening example. Gain valuable insights into this essential mathematical tool that forms the basis of modern probabilistic reasoning and machine learning approaches.
Syllabus
Intro
Introducing Bayes' Theorem
Defining Posterior, Prior, and Update
Bayes' Theorem without PA
Generalizing Bayes' Theorem
Example: Cancer Screening
Outro
Taught by
Steve Brunton