Traditional Machine Learning
Traditional machine learning (ML) focuses on developing algorithms that learn patterns from data to make predictions or decisions, aiming for accuracy, efficiency, and interpretability. Current research emphasizes improving model robustness and interpretability, particularly in applications with limited data, exploring algorithms like support vector machines, random forests, and Bayesian networks, often within ensemble methods. This field remains crucial for various applications, from healthcare and finance to environmental monitoring, providing valuable tools for data analysis and decision-making where deep learning's complexity or data requirements are prohibitive. The ongoing exploration of traditional ML's strengths, particularly in interpretability and resource efficiency, continues to yield significant advancements.