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[Featured Image] A professional working in their home office with their toddler on their lap has a video conference with a colleague while looking at an exploding pie chart on their computer monitor.

What Is a Pie Chart? Data Visualization in Action

Learn more about pie charts by exploring what this powerful data visualization tool is, common applications, and tips for creating your own pie chart.

March 18, 2025

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[Feature Image] Two learners discuss the topic, “What is a Markov decision process,” as they plan how to use it to aid in a project.

What Is a Markov Decision Process?

Learn about the Markov decision process (MDP), a stochastic decision-making process that undergirds reinforcement learning, machine learning, and artificial intelligence.

March 18, 2025

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[Featured Image] A computer engineer is programming the appropriate batch size on a computer.

What Does Batch Size Mean in Deep Learning? An In-Depth Guide

Learn about the hyperparameter batch size and how it affects the speed at which you train a deep learning model such as a neural network.

March 18, 2025

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[Featured Image] A young professional is on a laptop at home, taking online classes to get a degree in nursing.

What Degree Can I Get Online? 8 Popular Options

If you want to earn a degree, read further to discover which ones you can pursue online.

March 18, 2025

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[Featured Image] Two data engineers are using neural networks to recognize patterns and process data.

What Are Neural Networks?

Learn more about artificial neural networks, including different types, real-world applications, and careers that may use them.

March 18, 2025

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[Featured Image] Two aspiring data scientists search “what are hyperparameters” as they complete an assignment collaborating on a machine-learning project.

What Are Hyperparameters?

Explore the role hyperparameters play in designing effective machine learning models.

March 18, 2025

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