What Is Machine Learning, Really?In this episode, we break down one of the most hyped—and often misunderstood—technologies of our time: machine learning. Forget the buzzwords and sci-fi fantasies—this is your no-nonsense guide to what machine learning actually is, how it works, and why it matters.Whether you’ve nodded through countless meetings or podcasts without really getting it, or you just want a clearer understanding of the basics, this episode is for you.Topics Covered:What machine learning actually is (and what it isn’t)The difference between learning by instruction vs. learning by exampleStep-by-step breakdown: how a model is built, trained, and testedReal-world example: predicting diabetes using patient dataCommon challenges like messy data and overfittingWhy understanding machine learning is empowering—not intimidatingCredits:Production: MedShake StudioHost: Anca Petre✔ Stay connected and learn more:LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ancapetreWebsite: www.ancapetre.com & www.medshake-studio.comEmail:
[email protected] about the podcast: Tech Anatomy is where health meets technology — and complexity becomes clarity.Hosted by Anca Petre, pharmacist, entrepreneur, and health tech expert, this bilingual (English & French) podcast explores the innovations shaping the future of healthcare: AI, digital twins, data, virtual care, and more.Each episode is a guided exploration: we dissect technology like in a lab, highlight what truly matters, and debunk common myths — health industry leaders the clarity they need to understand, anticipate, and act on technological change.With a clear, professional, and approachable tone, Tech Anatomy makes health tech massively simplified — without ever compromising on depth or rigor.Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.