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This document introduces Generalized Additive Models (GAM) and argues they are a powerful yet underutilized technique for predictive modeling. Key points: - GAMs are interpretable like GLMs but more flexible by allowing nonlinear relationships without specifying them in advance. - GAMs automatically derive predictor functions during estimation, avoiding tedious transformations required by parametric models. - Regularization of predictor functions in GAMs helps prevent overfitting, balancing bias and va
- Author
- Nick Corona
- Language
- EN