SVM Demystified— Part of the Demystify AI Series
Written by Arun Krishnaswamy
This article is a part of the series to explore different ML algorithms and simplify them. Goal of the series is for common people to understand all things algorithms. When someone comes across “SVM” — they will know what it is !
Part 1 — SVM

Let us Put a Stick

What if someone adds more balls to the table

SVM solves this problem as follows — Puts a stick on the table by having a big gap on either side of the stick as possible.

What if u don’t have a stick — can SVM still separate ?
FLIP the table -Throwing the balls into the air. Put a sheet of paper and slip it between the balls.

The Balls are split by a CURVE

SVM Algorithm Glossary
Balls — data,
The stick — classifier,
The biggest gap trick — optimization,
Call flipping the table — kernelling
Piece of paper a hyperplane.
Stay tuned for more demystification…..
About the Author
Arun volunteered for Humans For AI, a non-profit focused on building a more diverse workforce for the future leveraging AI technologies. Learn more about us and join us as we embark on this journey to make a difference!
