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Hands-On: Intermediate Machine Learning with Python

Weekly Series: Oct. 13 – Nov. 17, 2026

An Intensive Six-Week Virtual Course

Led by machine learning expert Dave Langer, you will learn everything you need to advance your skills , including advanced techniques like clustering, time series forecasting, and text analytics.

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Oct. 13 – Nov. 17, 2026

Date

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM CT

Time

Virtual, Live

Format

Top Skills & Outcomes You’ll Walk Away With

Six weeks of hands-on labs. Earn a certificate.

Vectorize Text Data

Apply TF-IDF Weighting

Build Forecasting Models

Cluster Document Similarity

Evaluate Forecast Accuracy

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About Your Workshop

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Hands-On: Intermediate Machine Learning with Python

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM CT

Level: Beginner to Intermediate

This course will meet for two hours on consecutive Tuesdays, beginning on October 13 and finishing on November 17.

Weekly sessions run from 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. Pacific and will be recorded.

There will be take-home lab assignments between sessions.

Organizations are under constant pressure to make better decisions using data to remain competitive. Why?
Because everyday business decisions depend on answering important questions like:

  • What are customers saying in surveys, chats, and social media posts?
  • Should we open more stores, hire more employees, buy more inventory, etc.?

Level: Beginner to Intermediate

This course will meet for two hours on consecutive Tuesdays, beginning on October 13 and finishing on November 17.

Weekly sessions run from 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. Pacific and will be recorded.

There will be take-home lab assignments between sessions.

Organizations are under constant pressure to make better decisions using data to remain competitive. Why?
Because everyday business decisions depend on answering important questions like:

  • What are customers saying in surveys, chats, and social media posts?
  • Should we open more stores, hire more employees, buy more inventory, etc.?

However, there’s a problem.

Many of the most important business questions cannot be answered with basic analytics alone. Dashboards and PivotTables are very useful tools, but they lack the power that modern organizations need to make data-driven decisions. Here are a couple of examples:

  • Free-form text data (e.g., customer service chats) needs to be transformed into a format suitable for analysis.
  • Forecasting requires methods that can mine hidden patterns over time and produce useful predictions.

In 2026, it's tempting to think generative AI tools are the solution to these problems, but leading organizations realize that a different type of AI is the best solution: machine learning. With machine learning, organizations get what they need, but can't get from LLMs—explainability, reproducibility, and (as AI token costs increase) predictable costs.

Through 6 weekly 2-hour sessions and 10 hands-on labs, you will learn the skills you need to tackle these real-world use cases.

By the end of the 6 weeks, you will not only have built the skills you need to make an impact at work, but you will also have built a library of Python code to accelerate you in making that impact.

You Will Learn

  • What is text analytics?
  • How to transform free-form text for use in analytics.
  • Term frequency-inverse document frequency (TF-IDF).
  • How to group (i.e., cluster) text documents based on similarity.
  • How to classify documents (e.g., sentiment analysis and spam filtering).
  • What is forecasting?
  • How to evaluate your forecasts.
  • Simple forecasting methods and why they’re usually not enough.
  • Why machine learning is the future of forecasting.
  • How to build machine learning forecasting models.

Pre-requisites

Students must be familiar with Python and Jupyter notebooks or complete the pre-recorded course “Python Quick Start” prior to the class. This pre-recorded course will be made available in advance to any students who need it.

This bootcamp assumes knowledge of machine learning using decision trees and random forests as covered in TDWI’s Introduction to Machine Learning course.

This training is designed for any professional. No knowledge of advanced mathematics or statistics is required.

Laptop Setup:

You must have a computer with the required software installed before the bootcamp.

Note on Corporate Laptops:

This course requires installation of software, as well as the ability to download data files, library files, and code.

If your corporate laptop blocks these activities:

  • Contact your IT department early for assistance in preparing your laptop
  • Or use a personal device instead

Machine Requirements:

  • Windows or Max OS X
  • 64-bit operating system
  • 8 GB available RAM, 16 GB preferred
  • 5 GB of HD space for Anaconda Python installation

Anaconda Python is used in this course because it is free, easy to install, and has all the needed libraries.

Setup:

Laptop preparation is required BEFORE the workshop. Instructions will be available on the seminar site prior to the first session.

There is no time allotted in class for laptop preparation.

Meet Your Instructor

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David Langer

Founder • Dave on Data

David Langer is a hands-on consultant, trainer, and speaker with a mission to make data analysis skills as commonplace as Excel skills. Dave on Data was founded to achieve this mission by crafting and delivering the best analytics training for all professionals regardless of role.

Join the hundreds of BI and analytics professionals he has trained in the fundamentals of machine learning and analytics.

Why Quality Training Matters

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Two Weeks of Follow-Up Support Yes No No
Digital Certificate of Completion from the Leader in Data & AI Education Yes No No
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Why Attendees Love Our Training

“This was a lot of fun. A great introduction. Very easy to follow along and the end product is an easily library of several documents that can be referenced as needed in the future.”
T.S.
“Very comprehensive session about Python with detailed examples and clear guidance from the lecturer.”
K.L.
“Dave Langer is a fantastic instructor, and he did an amazing job at making this class a great machine learning starting point. Highly recommended!”
L.H.
“The Workshop style allowed me to leave with work started.”
A.R.
“I liked that the classes were more technical and interactive.”
K.M.
“Learning from professionals in the field, not “presenters” who are just a step ahead of you.”
S.R.
“Excellent course with important information, insights and strategies to implement AI in the business.”
D.C.
“Hands-on experience, not just listening to presenter.”
J.B.
“Learning classes in 3 hr intervals allowed a good amount of time to learn the topic.”
B.D.
“Actionable learning I can bring back to my team.”
S.B.
“Excellent overview, helpful resources, and valuable training.”
D.A.
“Instructors (David Langer) examples and use cases were very practical, relatable and easy to understand.”
G.H.

Pricing & Discounts

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Six live sessions, ten hands-on labs, and every recording and notebook to keep.

What You Get

  • Six live 2-hour sessions with David Langer.
  • Ten hands-on labs.
  • Every session recorded.
  • A library of Python code you keep.
  • Earn a certificate of completion.

This Workshop: $1,299 $999

You can also buy this and the Introduction to Machine Learning with Python course together for $1,899.

Save $300 with Early Bird pricing by September 18!
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Have a team of 3 or more? Contact us at [email protected] for a team training discount.

Additional Discounts

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  • Team Discount

    When 3–9 people from a single company or government agency register for the conference, the entire team can save 10%! Groups of 10 or more will receive a 20% discount – view below for details on how to save as a team.

  • Alumni Discount

    Have you attended a TDWI event in the past? Join us again – take advantage of the repeat attendee rate and save 10% off your registration with promo code ALUMNI. Subject to TDWI verification.

  • Nonprofit Discounts

    Employees at a registered 501(c)(3) organization may receive a 10% discount when they provide their tax exemption number. Use code NONPROFIT.

  • Member Discount

    All active TDWI Members receive a 10% discount on event registrations. Please visit the member community or reference weekly Membership emails for the promo code you should use to sign up as a member. Membership status will be validated after your registration is processed.

  • Young Professionals Discount

    Professionals under the age of 35 with less than three years of BI/analytics work experience may receive a 10% discount. Use code YPD. Subject to TDWI verification.

  • Student/Faculty Discounts

    Full-time undergraduate and graduate students from an accredited institution who present their qualifying current course registration will receive a 50% discount off the full registration price on admission to the event. Full-time teaching faculty members from an accredited institution may also receive a 50% discount off the full registration price with eligibility verification.

  • Government & Military

    Employees of federal, state, and local governments, or active military and veterans may receive a 10% discount by using code GOV. Registration information must align to a government entity for verification; military identification will be requested after registration.

  • Startups

    Professionals working at a startup company may receive a 10% discount by using code STARTUP. Registration information must include company information for verification.

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Dear [Supervisor Name],

I would like to enroll in Hands-On Machine Learning with Python, a series of live, virtual masterclasses by TDWI. Each class meets for 2 hours per week over 6 weeks and includes take home assignments I will complete between sessions.

Below are the masterclasses I’m interested in attending: [adjust as needed]

  • Introduction to Machine Learning with Python – Aug. 11 – Sep. 15
  • Intermediate Machine Learning with Python – Oct. 13 – Nov. 17

Each 6-week series provides a digital course book and will be recorded for on-demand reference. Plus, when I complete a 6-week course, I will earn a TDWI certificate.

TDWI has been the leading provider of AI, BI, and data management training for 30 years and builds masterclasses to enable quick impact.

Many Fortune  500 companies and leading organizations from all industries trust TDWI with their training needs, including AbbVie, AT&T, CapitalOne, Edward Jones, Gates Foundation, Lyft, State Farm, USAA, and many more.

If you have any questions, please let me know. Thank you for considering my request.

Sincerely,
[Your Name]

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Your advisor provides targeted coaching and practical guidance as you build, refine, and operationalize your initiatives—helping you avoid costly missteps, accelerate decision-making, and maximize ROI.

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