Practical Machine Learning on Databricks

Key FeaturesLearn to build robust ML pipeline solutions for databricks transitionMaster commonly available features like AutoML and MLflowLeverage data governance and model deployment using MLflow model registryPurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookBook DescriptionUnleash the potential of databricks for end-to-end machine learning with this comprehensive guide, tailored for experienced data scientists and developers transitioning from DIY or other cloud platforms. Building on a strong foundation in Python, Practical Machine Learning on Databricks serves as your roadmap from development to production, covering all intermediary steps using the databricks platform.

You’ll start with an overview of machine learning applications, databricks platform features, and MLflow. Next, you’ll dive into data preparation, model selection, and training essentials and discover the power of databricks feature store for precomputing feature tables. You’ll also learn to kickstart your projects using databricks AutoML and automate retraining and deployment through databricks workflows.

By the end of this book, you’ll have mastered MLflow for experiment tracking, collaboration, and advanced use cases like model interpretability and governance. The book is enriched with hands-on example code at every step. While primarily focused on generally available features, the book equips you to easily adapt to future innovations in machine learning, databricks, and MLflow.

What you will learnTransition smoothly from DIY setups to databricksMaster AutoML for quick ML experiment setupAutomate model retraining and deploymentLeverage databricks feature store for data prepUse MLflow for effective experiment trackingGain practical insights for scalable ML solutionsFind out how to handle model drifts in production environmentsWho this book is forThis book is for experienced data scientists, engineers, and developers proficient in Python, statistics, and ML lifecycle looking to transition to databricks from DIY clouds. Introductory Spark knowledge is a must to make the most out of this book, however, end-to-end ML workflows will be covered. If you aim to accelerate your machine learning workflows and deploy scalable, robust solutions, this book is an indispensable resource.

Table of ContentsML Process and ChallengesOverview of ML on DatabricksUtilizing Feature Store Understanding MLflow ComponentsCreate a Baseline Model for Bank Customer Churn Prediction Using AutoMLModel Versioning and WebhooksModel Deployment ApproachesAutomating ML Workflows Using the Databricks JobsModel Drift Detection for Our Churn Prediction Model and RetrainingCI/CD to Automate Model Retraining and Re-Deployment.