cost-prediction
Construction Cost Prediction with Machine Learning
Overview
Based on DDC methodology (Chapter 4.5), this skill enables predicting construction project costs using historical data and machine learning algorithms. The approach transforms traditional expert-based estimation into data-driven prediction.
Book Reference: "Будущее: прогнозы и машинное обучение" / "Future: Predictions and Machine Learning"
"Предсказания и прогнозы на основе исторических данных позволяют компаниям принимать более точные решения о стоимости и сроках проектов." — DDC Book, Chapter 4.5
Core Concepts
Historical Data → Feature Engineering → ML Model → Cost Prediction
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Past projects Prepare data Train model New project
with costs for ML on history cost forecast
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