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How does Semi-Supervised Learning work

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The model first learns patterns from the limited labeled examples, then uses that knowledge to make reasonable guesses about the unlabeled data, gradually improving with both sources combined.
Real-world example A company with only a few hundred labeled customer reviews uses semi supervised learning to also benefit from thousands of unlabeled reviews.

Common follow-ups: What is Supervised & Unsupervised Learning, How is Semi-Supervised Learning evaluated in practice, What tools are commonly used for Semi-Supervised Learning