Tag: Theoretical

Theoretical Deep Dive Into Linear Regression

Most aspiring data science bloggers do it: write an introductory article about linear regression — and it is a natural choice since this is one of the first models we learn when entering the field. While these articles are great for beginners, most do not go deep enough to satisfy senior data ...

The Mystical Mathematics and Geometry of the Octahedron in the Structure of Reality — Introduction

Geometric and Topological Insights In mathematics, the study of polyhedra like the octahedron and their higher-dimensional analogues (the cross-polytope, such as the 4-dimensional 24-cell) provides essential insights into topology and geometry. These shapes help understand complex spatial rela...

Simmel and Extra-Theoretical Interests in History

Some sociologists see their discipline very broadly, essentially as the study of everything human, and Simmel definitely had very broad interests. It is easy to see the how this big picture conception of human institutions inevitably would touch on philosophy of history. Simmel published the first e...