Lazy Learning

A machine learning method where the generalization of training data is delayed until a query is made to the system.

Lazy Learning

Areas of application

  • Natural Language Processing
  • Recommendation Systems
  • Computer Vision
  • Robotics
  • Predictive Maintenance

Example

For instance, a recommendation system that only generates recommendations when a user makes a query, rather than proactively suggesting items before the user has even asked for them.