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15 changes: 15 additions & 0 deletions machine_learning/logistic_regression.py
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def sigmoid_function(z):
"""
Also known as Logistic Function.

1
f(x) = -------
1 + e⁻ˣ

The sigmoid function approaches a value of 1 as its input 'x' becomes
increasing positive. Opposite for negative values.

Reference: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sigmoid_function

@param z: input to the function
@returns: returns value in the range 0 to 1
"""
return 1 / (1 + np.exp(-z))


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