Sports Betting with AI and Machine Learning

3 Weeks

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Cohort-based Course

Create betting models with Generative AI and Machine Learning. Get an edge by leveraging AI agents and GPT workflows to make predictions.

Clients

Robert Scott
Fidelity Investments
Deloitte
a.team
Grindr

Course overview

Roll your own AI sports betting agents with the latest technology.

We are in the golden age of Generative AI and Sports Betting. This course teaches you how to integrate the two into a powerful prediction agent for gaming outcomes of professional and college sports matches. Starting with a foundation in machine learning models, we transform predictions into a holistic framework using Generative AI frameworks.


1. Sports Betting Deep Dive


Our first week provides an comprehensive exploration of the sports betting landscape, starting with foundational betting concepts such as odds types, bankroll management, and various betting markets. Participants will delve into Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA), learning to manipulate and visualize sports data to uncover patterns and insights. Through hands-on projects, learners will apply statistical techniques to assess betting strategies and evaluate their effectiveness. The session emphasizes understanding the nuances of different sports and how they influence betting outcomes. By the end of the session, students will have a solid grasp of the essential principles that underpin successful sports betting.


2. Machine Learning in Sports


In this session, we focus on the pivotal role of machine learning in transforming sports betting strategies. The session begins with Feature Engineering, teaching participants how to select, create, and optimize features from raw sports data to improve model performance. Attendees will learn techniques for handling various data types, including time-series data, categorical variables, and player statistics. Practical exercises will guide learners through the process of constructing meaningful features that capture the complexities of sports events. This foundation sets the stage for building robust predictive models tailored to the dynamic nature of sports betting.


3. Machine Learning Models


Week 2 begins with the development and application of machine learning models specific to sports betting. The first part, Model Training, covers the selection of appropriate algorithms, such as regression, classification, and ensemble methods, and the implementation of training procedures using real-world sports data. Participants will learn to optimize model parameters and validate model performance through cross-validation techniques. The second part, Model Predictions, focuses on generating accurate forecasts for game outcomes, player performances, and betting odds. Students will gain hands-on experience in deploying models to make informed betting decisions and assess their predictive accuracy.


4. Generative AI Deep Dive


This session introduces ChatGPT for Sports and demonstrates how language models can perform data analysis, interpret betting trends, and generate recommendations based on statistical outputs. Participants will receive detailed instruction on constructing precise prompts to steer AI responses and measure prediction accuracy. The course covers methods for fine-tuning generative models to align outputs with specific sports data and betting scenarios. Additionally, students will build their own GPT-based model using standard libraries and frameworks, systematically experimenting with and refining prompt formulations to assess the impact on model performance and predictive reliability.


5. Sports Betting Systems


Kicking off Week 3, we focus on the design and evaluation of sophisticated sports betting systems. Participants will engage in System Analysis and Trends, learning to dissect existing betting frameworks and identify key performance indicators. The curriculum covers the integration of machine learning models and generative AI to create automated betting strategies that adapt to changing trends and market conditions. Through case studies and practical exercises, learners will assess the effectiveness of different systems, refine their approaches, and implement robust methodologies for sustained betting success. The session emphasizes the importance of data-driven decision-making and continuous system improvement.


6. Generative AI Agents


In this final session, participants will develop and deploy Generative AI Agents tailored for sports betting. The focus is on building a Prediction Bot that leverages machine learning and generative techniques to autonomously generate betting recommendations and forecasts. Students will learn to program agents that can analyze real-time data, adapt to new information, and refine their predictive capabilities over time. The course covers the integration of APIs, automation tools, and user interfaces to create interactive and scalable AI-driven betting solutions. By the end of the session, learners will have the skills to create intelligent agents that enhance their betting strategies and operational efficiency.


Bonus


All students will receive Free Historical Odds Data for Pro and College sports, valued at over $500.

Who is this course for

01

Sports Bettors should take this course to learn Machine Learning and Generative AI for enhancing your predictions.

02

Software Builders and Data Scientists should take this course to learn Sports Betting concepts, models, and systems.

03

Anyone familiar with Python Programming and ChatGPT can take this course, but it is technical in nature.

Key Outcomes

Get an edge with AI and Machine Learning (ML).

You will apply the latest Generative AI and Machine Learning algorithms to build sports prediction models.

Use historical betting odds to create ML datasets.

Start with historical odds data, explore the data, and create new features and target variables to predict outcomes such as game winners (moneyline), point margins (spread), and game totals (over/under).

Train and test sports betting models.

As a Data Scientist, construct ML models for professional and college sports with various ML algorithms; applying cross-validation and grid search; and creating a model to generate predictions with binary classifiers.

Design a Sports Betting GPT.

We build on our ML datasets and models to construct a custom GPT for sports betting. Compose prompts to generate predictions for upcoming games and analyze historical results.

Create a Generative AI Agent.

You will automate all of the steps accomplished so far with an agentic workflow. Incorporate reasoning and research into your final predictions.

Everything You Need to Build a Sports Betting Workflow

The course is a progression, starting from raw data and evolving into a finely tuned Generative AI Agent. You'll know all of the major tools for leading-edge sports betting.

What’s included

Mark Conway

Live sessions

Learn directly from Mark Conway in a real-time, interactive format.

Lifetime access

Go back to course content and recordings whenever you need to.

Community of peers

Stay accountable and share insights with like-minded professionals.

Certificate of completion

Share your new skills with your employer or on LinkedIn.

Maven Guarantee

This course is backed by the Maven Guarantee. Students are eligible for a full refund up until the halfway point of the course.

Course syllabus

6 live sessions • 5 lessons • 4 projects

Week 1

Sep 18—Sep 21

    Feb

    19

    1: Sports Betting Deep Dive

    Wed 2/1912:00 AM—2:00 AM (UTC)

    Betting Concepts

    1 item

    Exploratory Data Analysis

    1 item

    Feb

    20

    2: Machine Learning in Sports

    Thu 2/2012:00 AM—2:00 AM (UTC)

    Feature Engineering

    1 item

Week 2

Sep 22—Sep 28

    Feb

    26

    3: Machine Learning Models

    Wed 2/2612:00 AM—2:00 AM (UTC)

    Model Training

    1 item

    Model Predictions

    1 item

    Feb

    27

    4: Generative AI Deep Dive

    Thu 2/2712:00 AM—2:00 AM (UTC)

    ChatGPT for Sports

    1 item

    Betting Prompts

    1 item

Week 3

Sep 29—Oct 5

    Mar

    5

    5: Sports Betting Systems

    Wed 3/512:00 AM—2:00 AM (UTC)

    System Analysis and Trends

    1 item

    Mar

    6

    6: Generative AI Agents

    Thu 3/612:00 AM—2:00 AM (UTC)

    Prediction Bot

    1 item
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Meet your instructor

Mark Conway

Mark Conway

Mark is the Chief Technology Officer of Scottfree Analytics and has built Generative AI and Machine Learning products for a wide variety of Fortune 500 and international clients over the past ten years.


He is also the sole developer of the popular open-source software AlphaPy, an AutoML framework for markets and sports. He also competed in Kaggle competitions for 9 years, with a highest rank of 183.

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Course Schedule

4-6 hours per week

  • Tuesdays & Wednesdays

    7:00pm - 9:00pm EST

    Live, In-Person, Collaborative Sessions

  • Weekly Projects

    2 hours per week

    These projects are a combination of:

    • Google Colab Notebooks (Python)
    • ChatGPT Sessions
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Active, not passive

This course focuses on live workshops and hands-on projects

Learn with a cohort of peers

You’ll be learning in public through breakout rooms and an engaged community

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Surround yourself with like-minded people who want to grow alongside you

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