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Welcome to Day 12 of WisdomAcademyAI, where we’re predicting numbers with the magic of Linear Regression! I’m Anastasia, your super thrilled AI guide, and today we’ll explore the basics of Linear Regression—a powerful ML technique to forecast numerical values like house prices. Sophia joins me with a magical demo using Python and scikit-learn to predict house prices based on size—it’s spellbinding! Whether you’re new to AI or following along from Days 1–11, this 27-minute lesson will ignite your curiosity. Let’s make AI magic together!

Task of the Day: Build a Linear Regression model using Python (like in the demo) and share your R-squared in the comments! Let’s see your magical results!

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Generate house_prices.csv:
import pandas as pd
import numpy as np

#Set a random seed for reproducibility
np.random.seed(42)

#Generate data for 100 houses
num_rows = 100

#Size: 800-3000 square feet
size = np.random.randint(800, 3001, size=num_rows)

#Price: Linear relationship with size (price = 200 * size + 50000 + noise)
noise = np.random.normal(0, 20000, size=num_rows)
price = 200 * size + 50000 + noise

#Create DataFrame
df = pd.DataFrame({
'size': size,
'price': price
})

#Save to CSV
df.to_csv("house_prices.csv", index=False)
print("Generated house_prices.csv with 100 rows!")

Linear Regression Script:
import pandas as pd
from sklearn.model_selection import train_test_split
from sklearn.linear_model import LinearRegression
from sklearn.metrics import r2_score

#Step 1: Load the dataset
df = pd.read_csv("house_prices.csv")
print("Original Dataset:")
print(df.head())

#Step 2: Prepare the data
X = df[['size']]
y = df['price']
X_train, X_test, y_train, y_test = train_test_split(X, y, test_size=0.3, random_state=42)

#Step 3: Train Linear Regression
model = LinearRegression()
model.fit(X_train, y_train)

#Step 4: Predict and evaluate
y_pred = model.predict(X_test)
r2 = r2_score(y_test, y_pred)
print("\nR-squared:", r2)

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Transcript
00:00Welcome to Day 12 of Wisdom Academy AI, my incredible wizards. I'm Anastasia,
00:09your super thrilled AI guide, and I'm absolutely buzzing with excitement today.
00:13Have you ever wondered how AI can predict numbers, like house prices or student grades,
00:18with magical precision? We're about to master the basics of linear regression,
00:22a foundational ML technique, and it's going to be an unforgettable journey.
00:26You won't want to miss a second of this so let's get started. I've brought my best friend to say
00:30hello. Linear regression is our star today and I'm so excited to share its magic. It's a supervised
00:40machine learning algorithm used to predict numerical values, like continuous outputs,
00:45in a simple yet powerful way. For example, it can predict house prices based on their size,
00:50helping us estimate costs accurately. It works by fitting a straight line to the data points,
00:54finding the best relationship between variables. This makes it the simplest way to predict with
00:59AI. I love how elegant it is. Let's uncover how linear regression works,
01:09and I'm so excited to break it down. It finds the best fit line for your data points,
01:14creating a straight path that captures the trend. The equation is Y, Chaten, MX plus B,
01:20where M is the slope and B is the intercept, defining the line's position. It minimizes the
01:25error between predicted values and actual data points, ensuring the best fit possible. This is
01:31done using a method called least squares, which optimizes the line perfectly. It's like drawing
01:37a line through magic. I'm so thrilled to see it in action.
01:40Linear regression has key assumptions we need to understand, and I'm so thrilled to share them.
01:50First, there must be a linear relationship between X and Y, meaning the data follows a
01:55straight line trend. The data points should be independent, so one point doesn't affect another,
02:01ensuring unbiased results. Errors should be normally distributed with constant variance,
02:06meaning they're consistent across predictions. In multiple regression, we avoid multi-collinearity,
02:12where predictors aren't too correlated. These assumptions ensure our magic works perfectly.
02:17I love how they guide us. Let's compare simple and multiple linear regression,
02:26and I'm so thrilled to explain the difference. Simple linear regression uses one predictor,
02:31X to predict Y, like using house size to predict price. Multiple linear regression uses many
02:37predictors, like X1, X2, and more, to predict Y, such as size and location together. For example,
02:45predicting house price with just size is simple, but adding location makes it multiple,
02:50capturing more factors. Multiple regression adds complexity but often improves accuracy for
02:55better predictions. Both are powerful tools for AI magic. I love their versatility.
03:01Evaluating linear regression models is so important, and I'm so eager to share how we do it.
03:09We use metrics like mean squared error or MSE to measure the average squared difference between
03:15predictions and actual values. R squared tells us how well the line fits the data, with values closer
03:21to 1 meaning a better fit. For multiple regression, we use adjusted R squared to account for extra
03:27predictors, ensuring fairness. A lower MSE and higher R squared indicate a better model,
03:33showing our predictions are on track. These metrics help us perfect our magic spell.
03:38I love seeing the results.
03:44Linear regression has challenges, but I'm so determined to tackle them. It assumes a linear
03:49relationship, so it may fail if the data is non-linear, requiring a different model.
03:54It's sensitive to outliers, which can skew the line and lead to poor predictions if not addressed.
03:59In multiple regression, multi-colinearity, where predictors are too correlated, can cause issues
04:04with interpretation. There's also a risk of overfitting if we use too many predictors,
04:09making the model too complex. We'll overcome these with magical solutions. I'm so excited to solve
04:14these puzzles. Let's overcome linear regression challenges, and I'm so thrilled to share these
04:24fixes. First, check for linearity using scatter plots to ensure the data fits a straight line
04:30before proceeding. Remove outliers or transform the data, like using logarithms, to reduce their
04:36impact on the model. Address multi-colinearity by using feature selection to pick only the most
04:41relevant predictors, avoiding overlap. Use regularization techniques, like ridge regression,
04:47to prevent overfitting by keeping the model simpler. These are magical fixes for a better model.
04:52I'm so excited to apply them.
04:59Linear regression has amazing real-world applications, and I'm so inspired to share them.
05:04In business, it can predict sales based on marketing spend, helping companies optimize their budgets.
05:10In healthcare, it predicts patient recovery time, aiding doctors in planning treatments effectively.
05:17In finance, it's used to predict stock prices or assess risk, guiding investment decisions.
05:22In science, it analyzes experimental data trends, revealing insights from research.
05:28Linear regression is a versatile spell for many fields. I'm so thrilled by its impact.
05:33Here are some tips for using linear regression, and I'm so thrilled to share my wizard wisdom.
05:42Start with simple regression if you're a beginner, as it's easier to understand and apply right away.
05:47Always check the assumptions, like linearity, before building your model to ensure it works correctly.
05:53Use visualizations, like scatter plots, to understand data trends and confirm the relationship is linear.
05:58Experiment with multiple predictors if your data needs it, adding more factors for better predictions.
06:04Keep practicing to perfect your magic. I know you'll become a linear regression wizard.

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