From Theory to Practice: A Journey into Linear Regression

In linear regression, Ordinary Least Squares (OLS) is a powerful method for finding the best-fit line for a dataset. Its primary appeal is that it offers a closed-form solution, meaning you can calculate the ideal model parameters in a single step using matrix operations, rather than through an iterative process. To the notebook in Github The OLS Approach … Read more

Converting Sound to Digital: A Step-by-Step Guide to Sampling and Reconstruction

Signal processing is a fascinating field that allows us to synthesize, transform, and analyze signals, with a particular focus on sound. In our modern digital world, converting continuous analog sound into discrete digital data is a crucial first step for many applications, from streaming music to speech recognition systems. This process is known as sampling, … Read more

The Power of Linear Discriminant Analysis in Machine Learning

Have you ever wondered how machine learning algorithms can both categorise data and simplify complex datasets without losing crucial information? Meet Linear Discriminant Analysis (LDA), a powerful technique that does exactly that. Often seen as a foundational method, LDA plays a dual role in both classification and dimensionality reduction. LDA: More Than Just a Classifier … Read more

Unlocking the Frequency Domain: A Step-by-Step Guide to Fourier Transforms in Digital Signal Processing

Understanding how signals behave in the frequency domain is crucial for engineers working with digital speech. The Fourier Transform is our most powerful tool for this, allowing us to decompose complex signals into their constituent frequencies. Let’s embark on a step-by-step journey through its various forms, with a particular focus on accurate mathematical representation: the … Read more