This is a group based in the Santa Barbara area which gathers to discuss topics in machine learning. This includes, but isn't limited to: classification, clustering, graphical algorithms, information retrieval, data mining, artificial intelligence, game theory, computational learning theory, reinforcement learning, collaborative filtering, recommendation systems, and predictive analytics. The group will focus on using Python, R, and other open source languages and libraries for getting things do …

R is a free, open source programming language for statistical computing, data analysis, and graphical visualization, and is increasingly used in both industry and academia. The purpose of this group is to bring Santa Barbara R users together to exchange information and ideas. Depending on the group's interests, we might also want to expand our focus to talk about other topics related to data analysis, such as Python, GIS applications, and d3.js.