Stepwise Plot¶
General¶
vastorbit’s Stepwise Analysis tool is a valuable asset for enhancing machine learning model interpretability and feature selection. It streamlines the process of iteratively adding or removing variables to optimize model performance. By systematically evaluating the impact of different variables, data analysts gain insights into which features contribute most significantly to the model’s accuracy, facilitating data-driven decisions and model refinement. This feature is particularly useful for simplifying complex model structures and improving overall model efficiency.
Let’s begin by importing vastorbit.
import vastorbit as vo
Let’s generate a dataset using the following data.
N = 100 # Number of Records
k = 10 # step
# Normal Distributions
x = np.random.normal(5, 1, round(N / 2))
y = np.random.normal(3, 1, round(N / 2))
z = np.random.normal(3, 1, round(N / 2))
# Creating a VastFrame with two clusters
data = vo.VastFrame({
"x": np.concatenate([x, x + k]),
"y": np.concatenate([y, y + k]),
"z": np.concatenate([z, z + k]),
"c": [0 for i in range(round(N / 2))] + [1 for i in range(round(N / 2))]
})
Let’s proceed by creating a Logistic Regression model using the complete dataset.
# Importing the VAST ML module
import vastorbit.machine_learning.vast as vml
# Importing the model selection module
import vastorbit.machine_learning.model_selection as vms
# Defining the Model
model = vml.LogisticRegression()
In the context of data visualization, we have the flexibility to harness multiple plotting libraries to craft a wide range of graphical representations. vastorbit, as a versatile tool, provides support for several graphic libraries, such as Matplotlib and Plotly. Each of these libraries offers unique features and capabilities, allowing us to choose the most suitable one for our specific data visualization needs.
Note
To select the desired plotting library, we simply need to use the set_option() function. vastorbit offers the flexibility to smoothly transition between different plotting libraries. In instances where a particular graphic is not supported by the chosen library or is not supported within the vastorbit framework, the tool will automatically generate a warning and then switch to an alternative library where the graphic can be created.
Please click on the tabs to view the various graphics generated by the different plotting libraries.
We can switch to using the plotly module.
vo.set_option("plotting_lib", "plotly")
figs = vms.stepwise(
model,
data,
X = ["x", "y", "z"],
y = "c",
direction = "forward",
)
Stepwise
figs.step_wise_
Feature Importance
figs.importance_
figs = vms.stepwise(
model,
data,
X = ["x", "y", "z"],
y = "c",
direction = "backward",
)
Stepwise
figs.step_wise_
Feature Importance
figs.importance_
We can switch to using the matplotlib module.
vo.set_option("plotting_lib", "matplotlib")
figs = vms.stepwise(
model,
data,
X = ["x", "y", "z"],
y = "c",
direction = "forward",
)
Stepwise
figs.step_wise_
Feature Importance
figs.importance_
vms.stepwise(
model,
data,
X = ["x", "y", "z"],
y = "c",
direction = "backward",
)
Stepwise
figs.step_wise_
Feature Importance
figs.importance_
Hint
vastorbit supports both backward and forward stepwise analysis. You simply need to select the appropriate method as a parameter.
Chart Customization¶
vastorbit empowers users with a high degree of flexibility when it comes to tailoring the visual aspects of their plots. This customization extends to essential elements such as color schemes, text labels, and plot sizes, as well as a wide range of other attributes that can be fine-tuned to align with specific design preferences and analytical requirements. Whether you want to make your visualizations more visually appealing or need to convey specific insights with precision, vastorbit’s customization options enable you to craft graphics that suit your exact needs.
Note
As stepwise plots are essentially scatter and bubble plots, customization options are identical to those available for Scatter Plots.