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https://github.com/md-emon-hasan/ml-project-car-price-prediction

🚗 End-to-end ML project for predicting car prices based on various features. Includes data preprocessing, model training, and a Flask web for predictions.
https://github.com/md-emon-hasan/ml-project-car-price-prediction

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🚗 End-to-end ML project for predicting car prices based on various features. Includes data preprocessing, model training, and a Flask web for predictions.

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# 🚗 Car Price Prediction

Welcome to the **Car Price Prediction** repository! This project utilizes machine learning techniques to predict car prices based on various features such as make, model, year, and more.

![Capture](https://github.com/user-attachments/assets/d885052b-5bc4-423f-9d89-bd04cc4a3be9)

## 📋 Contents

- [Introduction](#introduction)
- [Topics Covered](#topics-covered)
- [Getting Started](#getting-started)
- [Live Demo](#live-demo)
- [Best Practices](#best-practices)
- [FAQ](#faq)
- [Troubleshooting](#troubleshooting)
- [Contributing](#contributing)
- [Additional Resources](#additional-resources)
- [Challenges Faced](#challenges-faced)
- [Lessons Learned](#lessons-learned)
- [Why I Created This Repository](#why-i-created-this-repository)
- [License](#license)
- [Contact](#contact)

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## 📖 Introduction

This repository features a machine learning project aimed at predicting car prices. It involves data preprocessing, model training, and evaluation to provide accurate pricing predictions based on various input features.

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## 🔍 Topics Covered

- **Machine Learning Models:** Implementing regression models for car price prediction.
- **Data Preprocessing:** Techniques for preparing car data for modeling.
- **Feature Engineering:** Creating and selecting features to improve model accuracy.
- **Model Evaluation:** Assessing model performance using metrics like R2 score and MAE.
- **Deployment:** Implementing the model using Flask for a web-based interface.

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## 🚀 Getting Started

To get started with this project, follow these steps:

1. **Clone the repository:**

```bash
git clone https://github.com/Md-Emon-Hasan/ML-Project-Car-Price-Prediction.git
```

2. **Navigate to the project directory:**

```bash
cd ML-Project-Car-Price-Prediction
```

3. **Create a virtual environment and activate it:**

```bash
python -m venv venv
source venv/bin/activate # On Windows use `venv\Scripts\activate`
```

4. **Install the dependencies:**

```bash
pip install -r requirements.txt
```

5. **Run the application:**

```bash
python app.py
```

6. **Open your browser and visit:**

```
http://127.0.0.1:5000/
```

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## 🎉 Live Demo

Check out the live version of the Car Price Predictor app [here](https://ml-project-car-price-prediction.onrender.com).

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## 🌟 Best Practices

Recommendations for maintaining and improving this project:

- **Model Updating:** Regularly update the model with new data to ensure predictions remain accurate.
- **Error Handling:** Implement robust error handling for user inputs and system issues.
- **Security:** Use HTTPS and proper validation for secure deployments.
- **Documentation:** Keep documentation up-to-date to support future improvements and user understanding.

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## ❓ FAQ

**Q: What is the purpose of this project?**
A: This project predicts car prices using machine learning, providing insights for buyers and sellers.

**Q: How can I contribute to this repository?**
A: Refer to the [Contributing](#contributing) section for details on how to contribute.

**Q: Where can I learn more about machine learning?**
A: Check out [Scikit-learn Documentation](https://scikit-learn.org/stable/user_guide.html) and [Kaggle](https://www.kaggle.com/learn/overview) for more information.

**Q: Can I deploy this app on cloud platforms?**
A: Yes, you can deploy the Flask app on platforms such as Heroku, Render, or AWS.

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## 🛠️ Troubleshooting

Common issues and solutions:

- **Issue: Flask App Not Starting**
*Solution:* Ensure all dependencies are installed and the virtual environment is activated properly.

- **Issue: Model Not Loading**
*Solution:* Check the path to the model file and verify it's not corrupted.

- **Issue: Inaccurate Predictions**
*Solution:* Verify the input features are correctly formatted and ensure the model is well-trained.

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## 🤝 Contributing

Contributions are welcome! Here's how you can contribute:

1. **Fork the repository.**
2. **Create a new branch:**

```bash
git checkout -b feature/new-feature
```

3. **Make your changes:**

- Add features, fix bugs, or improve documentation.

4. **Commit your changes:**

```bash
git commit -am 'Add a new feature or update'
```

5. **Push to the branch:**

```bash
git push origin feature/new-feature
```

6. **Submit a pull request.**

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## 📚 Additional Resources

Explore these resources for more insights into machine learning and Flask development:

- **Flask Official Documentation:** [flask.palletsprojects.com](https://flask.palletsprojects.com/)
- **Machine Learning Tutorials:** [Kaggle](https://www.kaggle.com/learn/overview)
- **Data Science Resources:** [Towards Data Science](https://towardsdatascience.com/)

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## 💪 Challenges Faced

Some challenges during development:

- Handling diverse car data and feature engineering.
- Ensuring accurate price predictions and model evaluation.
- Deploying the application and managing dependencies effectively.

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## 📚 Lessons Learned

Key takeaways from this project:

- Practical application of machine learning for car price prediction.
- Importance of thorough data preprocessing and feature selection.
- Considerations for deploying and maintaining web applications.

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## 🌟 Why I Created This Repository

This repository was created to showcase the use of machine learning for predicting car prices, demonstrating the end-to-end process from data preparation to deployment.

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## 📝 License

This repository is licensed under the [MIT License](https://opensource.org/licenses/MIT). See the [LICENSE](LICENSE) file for more details.

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## 📬 Contact

- **Email:** [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])
- **WhatsApp:** [+8801834363533](https://wa.me/8801834363533)
- **GitHub:** [Md-Emon-Hasan](https://github.com/Md-Emon-Hasan)
- **LinkedIn:** [Md Emon Hasan](https://www.linkedin.com/in/md-emon-hasan)
- **Facebook:** [Md Emon Hasan](https://www.facebook.com/mdemon.hasan2001/)

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