Getting Started with Natural Language Processing

Machine learning is the process of teaching a computer system how to make predictions through experience. Natural Language Processing is a form of computer learning that can understand human speech, and text to drive insights. This lab is aimed at machine learning beginners who want to gain a familiarity with Natural Language Processing (NLP) concepts. After completing this lab students will be able to classify text and gather insights. Additionally, students will gain a familiarity with the Amazon Comprehend UI, and basic Python concepts for interacting with NLP APIs.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this lab you will be able to:

• Learn and Understand AWS Comprehend Concepts
• Utilize Python to interact with the Amazon Comprehend API to generate NLP classifications.

Intended Audience

This lab is intended for:

• Individuals starting out with machine learning
• Anyone interested in using Natural Language Processing

Prerequisites

You should possess:

• A basic understanding of Python