Summary of Self-calibrating Conformal Prediction, by Lars Van Der Laan and Ahmed M. Alaa
Self-Calibrating Conformal Prediction
by Lars van der Laan, Ahmed M. Alaa
First submitted to arxiv on: 11 Feb 2024
Categories
- Main: Machine Learning (stat.ML)
- Secondary: Machine Learning (cs.LG); Methodology (stat.ME)
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| High | Paper authors | High Difficulty Summary Read the original abstract here |
| Medium | GrooveSquid.com (original content) | Medium Difficulty Summary This paper introduces Self-Calibrating Conformal Prediction (SCP), a novel approach for generating reliable predictions and uncertainty quantification in machine learning. SCP combines Venn-Abers calibration with conformal prediction to produce calibrated point predictions alongside valid prediction intervals, conditional on these predictions. The method extends the original Venn-Abers procedure from binary classification to regression. Our theoretical framework supports analyzing conformal prediction methods that involve calibrating model predictions and constructing conditionally valid prediction intervals based on these calibrated predictions. Experimental results demonstrate that SCP improves interval efficiency through model calibration and provides a practical alternative to feature-conditional validity. |
| Low | GrooveSquid.com (original content) | Low Difficulty Summary This paper makes it possible for machines to make better guesses and tell us how sure they are about their answers. It’s like getting a report card with numbers that show how good the guess is. The new method, called Self-Calibrating Conformal Prediction, uses two ideas together to get more accurate results. This helps when we want to use these predictions to make decisions. The paper shows that this new way works well in real-life situations and can help us be more confident in our choices. |
Keywords
* Artificial intelligence * Classification * Machine learning * Regression
