If you ever wanted to learn data mining and predictive analysis, start right here! SQL Server has easy-to-use data mining tools, requiring no prior formal knowledge to get started with this advanced form of predictive analytics. In this free video tutorial you will learn what is data mining, why would one use it, and how is it related to big data. Log-in or get a free account to watch it!
You will also see two short demos in this module. The first one shows how to detect anomalies (outliers) using Microsoft Excel as the data mining client to SQL Server data mining engine. The second one shows Market Basket Analysis with Association Rules algorithm, using SSDT, SQL Server Data Tools. If you like what you saw take a look at the other, free data mining video, What Are Decision Trees?
Once you have covered the basics, continue learning by watching the next module, Data Mining Concepts and Tools. We are adding new modules and articles regularly, focussing on different aspects of data science. Our aim is to help you study this technology in detail—our subscription is a cost-effective way to gain advanced skills.