How to predict cricket scores [Excel + Machine Learning]
Can we predict cricket match score in Excel? Using machine learning, ensemble modeling, multiple regression and Excel formulas we can. This tutorial explains how.
CP036: How to do trend analysis using Excel?
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In the 36th session of Chandoo.org podcast, Let’s follow the trend.
What is in this session?
In this podcast,
- A quick trip to down under
- What is trend analysis
- 4 types of common trends
- linear
- curve
- cyclical
- strange
- Doing trend analysis in Excel – the process
- How to use trend analysis results
- Conclusions
Learn Statistics & Probability using MS Excel
One of the most dreaded courses during my under-graduation is Probability, Statistics & Queuing Theory. We called it PSQT. I struggled to understand the significance and concept of this course as I could barely concentrate in the class. We had a professor, who is probably a genius, but the moment he started the class, I would magically fall in to one of my after-noon naps. When I woke up, we are either in the middle of an elaborate t-test or going thru intricacies of a Markovian queue.
This was all 11 years ago. Later in life, I have embraced the world of probability & statistics. I still fear queues. May be I will get there one day. 😉
A good understanding of statistics & probability theory is necessary if you want to model complex real-life problems using Excel or similar tools. Naturally, Excel has several functions, features & supported add-ins to help you in this area.
Today, I want to share some of this with you. This article is broken down in to 3 parts.
- Learning Statistics & Probability using Excel
- Downloadable Excel Workbooks to understand
- Full blown models & simulations in Excel
Analyse Data like a Super Hero
Can I automate 500 Columns of Data Analysis without VBA?
Absolutely!
Excel super function – Data Table to the rescue.
After reading this post, you will be able to process data like a Data Analysis Super Hero !
Are You Trendy ? (Part 3)
In the final post of the Are You Trendy? series we will look at the use of Excel Charts and associated Trendlines for trend analysis and I will give you a free tool (Normally valued at $200, I wish) which will allow interactive assessment of a Charts Trendline Y value for any X value.
Are You Trendy? (Part 2)
Does your data hold hidden secrets?
In Part 2 of Are You Trendy? we will examine the Excel functions that assist us in Trend Analysis.