The Concise Guide to Feature Engineering for Better Model Performance

Feature engineering helps make models work better. It involves selecting and modifying data to improve predictions. This article explains feature engineering and how to use it to get better results. What is Feature Engineering? Raw data is often messy and not ready for predictions. Features are important details in your data. They help the model …

Introducing Netflix’s Key-Value Data Abstraction Layer

Vidhya Arvind, Rajasekhar Ummadisetty, Joey Lynch, Vinay Chella Introduction At Netflix our ability to deliver seamless, high-quality, streaming experiences to millions of users hinges on robust, global backend infrastructure. Central to this infrastructure is our use of multiple online distributed databases such as Apache Cassandra, a NoSQL database known for its high availability and scalability. Cassandra …

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Revolutionize logo design creation with Amazon Bedrock: Embracing generative art, dynamic logos, and AI collaboration

In the field of technology and creative design, logo design and creation has adapted and evolved at a rapid pace. From the hieroglyphs of ancient Egypt to the sleek minimalism of today’s tech giants, the visual identities that define our favorite brands have undergone a remarkable transformation. Today, the world of creative design is once …

Hexagonal electrohydraulic modules shape-shift into versatile robots

Scientists at MPI-IS have developed electrically driven robotic components, called HEXEL modules, which can snap together into high-speed reconfigurable robots. Magnets embedded along the outside of the modules allow them to electrically and mechanically connect to other modules, forming robots with diverse shapes and capabilities. HEXEL modules are a promising technology for use in resource-limited …