Machine Learning – is it an Art or is machine learning a Science?

The surge of big data and challenge of confirmation bias, lead data scientists to seek a methodological approach to uncover hidden insights. In predictive analytics, they often turn to machine learning to save the day. Machine learning seems an ideal candidate to handle big data using training sets. It also enjoys a strong scientific scent by making data driven predictions. But is machine learning really bias free? And how can we leverage this tool more consciously?