Grokking Statistics

Everything you need to know about statistics—skillfully illustrated and carefully explained.

Master probability, distributions, and hypothesis testing--and actually enjoy it! In Grokking Statistics, author Thomas Nield delivers explanations, clever graphics, and everyday examples that make statistics approachable, memorable, and fun.

In Grokking Statistics you will discover:

• Understanding the shape of data with probability distributions
• Connect samples and populations with the central limit theorem
• Confidence intervals and hypothesis testing
• Machine learning basics including linear and logistic regression
• Spot fallacies, p-hacking, and incentive traps

In the real world, most decisions involve uncertainty. Statistical analysis reduces uncertainty by interpreting data, from setting product demand forecasts to predicting customer behaviors. With Grokking Statistics, you’ll build a strong foundation in statistical analysis by working through engaging mini projects that put each skill you learn into practice immediately.