A Cybernetics Perspective on Data Science: Macro and Micro Views

Cyril S. Ku, Joseph R. Laracy, Thomas J. Marlowe, Jin A. Choi

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Abstract

In this paper, data science is considered from a cybernetic perspective in two viewpoints. After a brief review of cybernetics, a partial conceptual view of a data science framework is provided. Several layers are identified, working from the software engineering life cycle macro perspective of a data analysis system, through production of a machine learning model to mine knowledge and predict business and product trends, to the micro perspective of a specific analysis, in this case using an artificial neural network. How the layers fit, individually and collectively, into a cybernetic system, identifying feedback loops and their interactions are described. Finally, the advantages and disadvantages of understanding the modern data science life cycle from the cybernetics perspective, and insights to be gained from this perspective are discussed.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationWMSCI 2022 - 26th World Multi-Conference on Systemics, Cybernetics and Informatics, Proceedings
EditorsNagib C. Callaos, Natalja Lace, Belkis Sanchez, Michael Savoie
PublisherInternational Institute of Informatics and Cybernetics
Pages47-52
Number of pages6
ISBN (Electronic)9781950492640
DOIs
StatePublished - 2022
Event26th World Multi-Conference on Systemics, Cybernetics and Informatics, WMSCI 2022 - Virtual, Online
Duration: 12 Jul 202215 Jul 2022

Publication series

NameProceedings of World Multi-Conference on Systemics, Cybernetics and Informatics, WMSCI
Volume1
ISSN (Print)2771-0947

Conference

Conference26th World Multi-Conference on Systemics, Cybernetics and Informatics, WMSCI 2022
CityVirtual, Online
Period12/07/2215/07/22

Keywords

  • Artificial Neural Networks
  • CRISP-DM Life Cycle
  • Cybernetics
  • Data Science
  • Machine Learning

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