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Published inJul 2023
PublisherPackt
ISBN-139781837630028
Edition1st Edition
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Raghav Kandarpa
Raghav Kandarpa
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Raghav Kandarpa

Raghav Kandarpa is an experienced Data Scientist in Finance and logistics industry with expertise in SQL, Python, Building Machine Learning Models, Financial Data Modelling, and Statistical Analysis. He holds a Masters' degree in Business Analytics specializing in Data Science from the University of Texas at Dallas.
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Shivangi Saxena
Shivangi Saxena
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Shivangi Saxena

Shivangi Saxena is an experienced BI Engineer with proficiency in SQL, Data Visualization, and Statistical Analysis. She holds a master's degree in Information Technology and Management from the University of Texas at Dallas. She has several years of experience building several BI tools and products using SQL and BI reporting tools which has helped stakeholders to get visibility to the right data points
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Applying outlier detection

Outlier detection using SQL can be applied in various industries and use cases where identifying and addressing unusual data points is important. Here are some examples:

  • Fraud detection: SQL can be used to identify unusual transactions or behaviors in financial data that may indicate fraud. By using SQL to analyze large volumes of transaction data, financial institutions can identify potential fraudsters and take action to prevent fraudulent activity.
  • Healthcare: SQL can be used to identify unusual patient health data, such as abnormal lab test results, which may indicate the presence of a disease or health condition. By using SQL to analyze patient health data in real time, healthcare providers can identify potential health issues and provide early intervention.
  • Retail: SQL can be used to identify unusual customer behavior, such as high-value purchases or returns, which may indicate potential fraud or theft. By using SQL to analyze customer...
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Published in: Jul 2023Publisher: PacktISBN-13: 9781837630028

Authors (2)

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Raghav Kandarpa

Raghav Kandarpa is an experienced Data Scientist in Finance and logistics industry with expertise in SQL, Python, Building Machine Learning Models, Financial Data Modelling, and Statistical Analysis. He holds a Masters' degree in Business Analytics specializing in Data Science from the University of Texas at Dallas.
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Shivangi Saxena

Shivangi Saxena is an experienced BI Engineer with proficiency in SQL, Data Visualization, and Statistical Analysis. She holds a master's degree in Information Technology and Management from the University of Texas at Dallas. She has several years of experience building several BI tools and products using SQL and BI reporting tools which has helped stakeholders to get visibility to the right data points
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