Notes:
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Problem Solved: Logs and analyzes power usage from smart meters.
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Customization Benefits: Track per-device energy and set alerts.
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Further Adoption: Sync to cloud dashboards or billing tools.
Problem Solved: Logs and analyzes power usage from smart meters.
Customization Benefits: Track per-device energy and set alerts.
Further Adoption: Sync to cloud dashboards or billing tools.
Problem Solved: Authenticates user entry via RFID tags for security.
Customization Benefits: Maintain a dynamic list of allowed users.
Further Adoption: Integrate with cameras or audit logs.
Problem Solved: Continuously monitors air quality from a sensor and triggers alerts.
Customization Benefits: Adjust thresholds or integrate SMS/email alerts.
Further Adoption: Push data to cloud dashboards or IoT edge devices.
Problem Solved: Activates irrigation based on soil moisture data and weather forecast.
Customization Benefits: Calibrate for crop types or integrate with APIs.
Further Adoption: Link with physical relay systems and IoT dashboards.
Problem Solved: Collects real-time data from IoT sensors via MQTT and stores it locally.
Customization Benefits: Add support for multiple topics or cloud sync.
Further Adoption: Integrate with InfluxDB, Grafana, or AWS IoT.
Problem Solved: Automatically adjusts temperature based on time of day and occupancy.
Customization Benefits: Set your own temperature profiles or integrate weather data.
Further Adoption: Connect to smart home systems (Home Assistant, OpenHAB).
Problem Solved: Monitors a webpage for any HTML/textual changes over time.
Customization Benefits: Set up alerts or track competitor website updates.
Further Adoption: Integrate with Slack/email APIs to send alerts.
Problem Solved: Scrapes Twitter for real-time hashtag mentions.
Customization Benefits: Track campaigns, analyze sentiment, or discover influencers.
Further Adoption: Store in a database, analyze sentiment, or trigger alerts.
Problem Solved: Extracts structured data (like totals, dates) from PDF invoices.
Customization Benefits: Works with invoice templates or billing automation systems.
Further Adoption: Connect to accounting software or ERP platforms.
Problem Solved: Extracts headlines from news websites in real time.
Customization Benefits: Filter by topic or sentiment, or push to dashboards.
Further Adoption: Use for trend analysis, sentiment detection, or alert systems.
Problem Solved: Extracts job postings from multiple job boards.
Customization Benefits: Filter by keywords, location, or salary.
Further Adoption: Feed into job boards, CRMs, or recruitment analytics platforms.
Problem Solved: Tracks product prices across e-commerce sites (e.g., Amazon, Flipkart).
Customization Benefits: Monitor competitors, automate pricing strategies, or trigger alerts.
Further Adoption: Integrate with BI tools, pricing engines, or push notifications.
Problem Solved: Performs sentiment analysis on customer reviews or NPS responses.
Customization Benefits: Tailor sentiment thresholds or keywords per product.
Further Adoption: Feed results into product improvement or alerting systems.
Problem Solved: Predicts future sales based on pipeline data and historical trends.
Customization Benefits: Incorporate external data like seasonality or macroeconomic factors.
Further Adoption: Display results in BI dashboards or CRM widgets.
Problem Solved: Automatically classifies incoming support tickets into categories for efficient triage.
Customization Benefits: Train it on your historical ticket data for improved accuracy.
Further Adoption: Route classified tickets into tools like Zendesk or Freshdesk.
Problem Solved: Automates personalized email campaign delivery based on customer actions or lifecycle stage.
Customization Benefits: Integrate with customer segmentation or A/B testing engines.
Further Adoption: Plug into SendGrid, Mailchimp, or SMTP for live delivery.
Problem Solved: Predicts which customers are likely to stop using your product/service.
Customization Benefits: Train the model with your own data for improved accuracy.
Further Adoption: Trigger proactive retention campaigns based on churn scores.
Problem Solved: Automatically scores leads based on engagement and fit, prioritizing sales follow-ups.
Customization Benefits: Adjust scoring logic based on your customer persona or sales cycle.
Further Adoption: Integrate with email systems, web tracking, or CRM platforms like Salesforce or HubSpot.
Problem Solved: Dynamically creates job descriptions based on title, department, and responsibilities.
Customization Benefits: Tailor tone, language, or format.
Further Adoption: Integrate with posting systems or chatbots.
Problem Solved: Predicts likelihood of employee resignation using machine learning.
Customization Benefits: Retrain model on your own HR data.
Further Adoption: Embed in dashboards or retention tools.
Problem Solved: Aggregates qualitative interviewer feedback and scores candidates.
Customization Benefits: Change scoring logic or sentiment thresholds.
Further Adoption: Feed into candidate ranking or hiring decisions.
Problem Solved: Flags salary or hour inconsistencies based on labor laws.
Customization Benefits: Adjust rules per region or job role.
Further Adoption: Connect to payroll systems or accounting software.
Problem Solved: Tracks diversity metrics in hiring pipelines.
Customization Benefits: Add filters for role, department, or hiring manager.
Further Adoption: Visualize using dashboards like Plotly Dash or Tableau.
Problem Solved: Automates skill extraction from resumes to support faster candidate screening.
Customization Benefits: Adjust for specific job descriptions or keyword databases.
Further Adoption: Integrate with an ATS or recruitment chatbot for end-to-end automation.
Notes:
Problem Solved: Predicts estimated time of arrival (ETA) for shipments based on carrier, distance, and historical data.
Benefits: Enhances planning accuracy and provides customers with reliable delivery expectations.
Adoption: Can be embedded in customer-facing shipment tracking portals or used internally.
Python Code:
import pandas as pd
from sklearn.linear_model import LinearRegression
import numpy as np
class ETAPredictor:
def __init__(self, training_data):
self.df = pd.DataFrame(training_data)
self.model = LinearRegression()
def train(self):
X = self.df[['DistanceKm', 'CarrierRating']]
y = self.df['DeliveryDays']
self.model.fit(X, y)
def predict_eta(self, distance_km, carrier_rating):
input_data = np.array([[distance_km, carrier_rating]])
return self.model.predict(input_data)[0]
# Sample historical data
data = [
{'DistanceKm': 100, 'CarrierRating': 4.5, 'DeliveryDays': 2},
{'DistanceKm': 300, 'CarrierRating': 4.0, 'DeliveryDays': 4},
{'DistanceKm': 50, 'CarrierRating': 5.0, 'DeliveryDays': 1},
{'DistanceKm': 400, 'CarrierRating': 3.5, 'DeliveryDays': 5},
]
predictor = ETAPredictor(data)
predictor.train()
# Predict ETA for a new shipment
eta = predictor.predict_eta(250, 4.3)
print(f"Predicted ETA (days): {round(eta, 2)}")
Notes:
Problem Solved: Automatically identifies and tracks backorders, alerting when items are replenished.
Benefits: Enhances customer satisfaction by reducing missed or delayed orders.
Adoption: Can be tied into order management systems for real-time backorder tracking.
Python Code:
import pandas as pd
class BackorderManager:
def __init__(self, orders_df, inventory_df):
self.orders = pd.DataFrame(orders_df)
self.inventory = pd.DataFrame(inventory_df)
def check_backorders(self):
merged = pd.merge(self.orders, self.inventory, on='ProductID', how='left')
merged['BackorderedQty'] = merged['OrderQty'] - merged['InStock']
merged['BackorderedQty'] = merged['BackorderedQty'].apply(lambda x: max(0, x))
return merged[['OrderID', 'ProductID', 'BackorderedQty']]
# Sample data
orders = [
{'OrderID': 'O1', 'ProductID': 'P100', 'OrderQty': 50},
{'OrderID': 'O2', 'ProductID': 'P101', 'OrderQty': 20},
{'OrderID': 'O3', 'ProductID': 'P102', 'OrderQty': 10},
]
inventory = [
{'ProductID': 'P100', 'InStock': 30},
{'ProductID': 'P101', 'InStock': 25},
{'ProductID': 'P102', 'InStock': 0},
]
manager = BackorderManager(orders, inventory)
backorders = manager.check_backorders()
print(backorders)
Notes:
Problem Solved: Optimizes placement of items in a warehouse to minimize retrieval time and maximize space usage.
Benefits: Improves picking efficiency and reduces labor costs in warehousing operations.
Adoption: Integrate with WMS (Warehouse Management Systems) for real-time bin allocation.
Python Code:
import pandas as pd
class SpaceOptimizer:
def __init__(self, item_data):
self.df = pd.DataFrame(item_data)
def optimize(self):
# Sort items by frequency of picking (descending)
self.df = self.df.sort_values('PickFrequency', ascending=False)
self.df['AssignedZone'] = ['Front' if i < len(self.df)*0.3 else 'Middle' if i < len(self.df)*0.7 else 'Back'
for i in range(len(self.df))]
return self.df[['ItemID', 'PickFrequency', 'AssignedZone']]
# Sample item data
items = [
{'ItemID': 'X1', 'PickFrequency': 120},
{'ItemID': 'X2', 'PickFrequency': 75},
{'ItemID': 'X3', 'PickFrequency': 30},
{'ItemID': 'X4', 'PickFrequency': 10},
{'ItemID': 'X5', 'PickFrequency': 50},
]
optimizer = SpaceOptimizer(items)
optimized_layout = optimizer.optimize()
print(optimized_layout)
Notes:
Problem Solved: Computes the optimal reorder point based on demand rate and lead time.
Benefits: Ensures inventory is replenished just in time to meet demand without excess stock.
Adoption: Can be automated as part of an inventory planning module.
Python Code:
class ReorderPointCalculator:
def __init__(self, daily_demand, lead_time_days, safety_stock):
self.daily_demand = daily_demand
self.lead_time_days = lead_time_days
self.safety_stock = safety_stock
def calculate_reorder_point(self):
return (self.daily_demand * self.lead_time_days) + self.safety_stock
# Example values
daily_demand = 30 # units per day
lead_time_days = 7
safety_stock = 100
rpc = ReorderPointCalculator(daily_demand, lead_time_days, safety_stock)
reorder_point = rpc.calculate_reorder_point()
print(f"Reorder Point: {reorder_point} units")
Notes:
Problem Solved: Calculates inventory turnover ratio to evaluate how efficiently inventory is managed.
Benefits: Helps identify slow-moving products, reduce holding costs, and improve working capital.
Adoption: Use this script in monthly financial reviews or ERP integration.
Python Code:
import pandas as pd
class TurnoverAnalyzer:
def __init__(self, inventory_df):
self.df = pd.DataFrame(inventory_df)
def calculate_turnover(self):
self.df['TurnoverRatio'] = self.df['COGS'] / self.df['AverageInventory']
self.df['DaysInInventory'] = 365 / self.df['TurnoverRatio']
return self.df[['SKU', 'TurnoverRatio', 'DaysInInventory']]
# Sample inventory data
data = [
{'SKU': 'Item001', 'COGS': 50000, 'AverageInventory': 10000},
{'SKU': 'Item002', 'COGS': 30000, 'AverageInventory': 5000},
{'SKU': 'Item003', 'COGS': 80000, 'AverageInventory': 16000},
]
analyzer = TurnoverAnalyzer(data)
result = analyzer.calculate_turnover()
print(result)
Notes:
Problem Solved: Tracks and scores supplier performance based on delivery timeliness, quality, and cost.
Benefits: Businesses can identify top-performing suppliers and negotiate better terms.
Adoption: Can be extended into dashboards or monthly supplier performance reports.
Python Code:
import pandas as pd
class SupplierPerformance:
def __init__(self, performance_data):
self.df = pd.DataFrame(performance_data)
def calculate_scores(self):
self.df['Score'] = (
self.df['OnTimeDelivery'] * 0.4 +
self.df['QualityRating'] * 0.4 +
(100 - self.df['CostVariance']) * 0.2
)
return self.df.sort_values('Score', ascending=False)
# Sample supplier performance data
data = [
{'Supplier': 'Supplier A', 'OnTimeDelivery': 95, 'QualityRating': 90, 'CostVariance': 5},
{'Supplier': 'Supplier B', 'OnTimeDelivery': 85, 'QualityRating': 88, 'CostVariance': 3},
{'Supplier': 'Supplier C', 'OnTimeDelivery': 98, 'QualityRating': 92, 'CostVariance': 10},
]
sp = SupplierPerformance(data)
scores_df = sp.calculate_scores()
print(scores_df[['Supplier', 'Score']])
Notes:
Problem Solved: Classifies inventory into A, B, and C categories based on annual consumption value.
Benefits: Helps businesses prioritize inventory control efforts and optimize stock holding.
Adoption: Can be scheduled to run monthly for continuous reclassification of SKUs.
Python Code:
import pandas as pd
class ABCClassifier:
def __init__(self, inventory_df):
self.df = inventory_df
def classify(self):
self.df['AnnualConsumption'] = self.df['UnitCost'] * self.df['AnnualDemand']
self.df = self.df.sort_values('AnnualConsumption', ascending=False)
self.df['Cumulative%'] = self.df['AnnualConsumption'].cumsum() / self.df['AnnualConsumption'].sum()
def assign_class(row):
if row['Cumulative%'] <= 0.7:
return 'A'
elif row['Cumulative%'] <= 0.9:
return 'B'
else:
return 'C'
self.df['Category'] = self.df.apply(assign_class, axis=1)
return self.df[['SKU', 'AnnualConsumption', 'Category']]
# Sample data
data = [
{'SKU': 'P001', 'UnitCost': 10, 'AnnualDemand': 1000},
{'SKU': 'P002', 'UnitCost': 5, 'AnnualDemand': 500},
{'SKU': 'P003', 'UnitCost': 50, 'AnnualDemand': 100},
{'SKU': 'P004', 'UnitCost': 20, 'AnnualDemand': 300},
{'SKU': 'P005', 'UnitCost': 2, 'AnnualDemand': 2000},
]
df = pd.DataFrame(data)
classifier = ABCClassifier(df)
classified_df = classifier.classify()
print(classified_df)
Notes:
Problem Solved: Calculates optimal safety stock based on demand variability and lead time.
Benefits: Prevents stockouts by ensuring buffer inventory, minimizing lost sales.
Adoption: Businesses can plug this into ERP systems to auto-adjust inventory reorder levels.
Python Code:
import math
class SafetyStockCalculator:
def __init__(self, z_score, std_dev_demand, lead_time_days):
self.z_score = z_score
self.std_dev_demand = std_dev_demand
self.lead_time_days = lead_time_days
def calculate_safety_stock(self):
return round(self.z_score * self.std_dev_demand * math.sqrt(self.lead_time_days), 2)
# Example parameters
z_score = 1.65 # 95% service level
std_dev_demand = 20 # Standard deviation of daily demand
lead_time_days = 7 # Lead time in days
calculator = SafetyStockCalculator(z_score, std_dev_demand, lead_time_days)
safety_stock = calculator.calculate_safety_stock()
print(f"Recommended Safety Stock: {safety_stock} units")
Notes:
Problem Solved: Finds the most efficient delivery routes, reducing fuel costs and delivery times.
Benefits: Businesses can lower logistics costs and improve customer satisfaction through faster delivery.
Adoption: Can be integrated with delivery dispatch systems or used to evaluate alternative route plans.
Python Code:
import networkx as nx
class RouteOptimizer:
def __init__(self):
self.graph = nx.Graph()
def add_route(self, source, destination, distance):
self.graph.add_edge(source, destination, weight=distance)
def find_shortest_path(self, start, end):
return nx.shortest_path(self.graph, source=start, target=end, weight='weight')
def path_distance(self, path):
return sum(self.graph[u][v]['weight'] for u, v in zip(path[:-1], path[1:]))
# Define routes
optimizer = RouteOptimizer()
routes = [
('Warehouse', 'CityA', 10),
('Warehouse', 'CityB', 15),
('CityA', 'CityC', 12),
('CityB', 'CityC', 10),
('CityC', 'Customer', 5)
]
for route in routes:
optimizer.add_route(*route)
# Find shortest path from warehouse to customer
shortest_path = optimizer.find_shortest_path('Warehouse', 'Customer')
distance = optimizer.path_distance(shortest_path)
print(f"Shortest delivery path: {shortest_path} with distance: {distance}")
Notes:
Problem Solved: Automates the order processing workflow, from order creation to inventory update.
Benefits: Streamlines order handling, reduces manual errors, and ensures timely updates to inventory.
Adoption: Integrate this system with e-commerce platforms or use it for internal order processing.
Python Code:
import pandas as pd
class OrderProcessor:
def __init__(self, inventory_data):
self.inventory_data = pd.DataFrame(inventory_data)
def process_order(self, order):
for product_id, quantity in order.items():
if product_id in self.inventory_data['ProductID'].values:
stock = self.inventory_data.loc[self.inventory_data['ProductID'] == product_id, 'Quantity'].values[0]
if stock >= quantity:
self.inventory_data.loc[self.inventory_data['ProductID'] == product_id, 'Quantity'] -= quantity
print(f"Order for {quantity} units of {product_id} processed.")
else:
print(f"Insufficient stock for {product_id}. Only {stock} units available.")
else:
print(f"Product {product_id} not found in inventory.")
def get_inventory(self):
return self.inventory_data
# Sample inventory data
inventory_data = [
{'ProductID': 'A101', 'Quantity': 100},
{'ProductID': 'B202', 'Quantity': 150},
{'ProductID': 'C303', 'Quantity': 50},
]
# Initialize processor
processor = OrderProcessor(inventory_data)
# Sample order
order = {'A101': 20, 'B202': 30, 'C303': 60}
# Process order
processor.process_order(order)
# Display updated inventory
print(processor.get_inventory())
Notes:
Problem Solved: Predicts future product demand using historical sales data, aiding in inventory planning.
Benefits: Helps businesses plan inventory levels based on forecasted demand, optimizing stock levels.
Adoption: Integrate this forecasting model with sales data to generate periodic demand forecasts.
Python Code:
import pandas as pd
from sklearn.linear_model import LinearRegression
import numpy as np
class DemandForecaster:
def __init__(self, sales_data):
self.sales_data = pd.DataFrame(sales_data)
self.model = LinearRegression()
def train_model(self):
X = np.array(self.sales_data['Month']).reshape(-1, 1)
y = self.sales_data['Sales']
self.model.fit(X, y)
def forecast_demand(self, months_ahead):
future_months = np.array(range(len(self.sales_data) + 1, len(self.sales_data) + 1 + months_ahead)).reshape(-1, 1)
forecast = self.model.predict(future_months)
return forecast
# Sample sales data
sales_data = [
{'Month': 1, 'Sales': 200},
{'Month': 2, 'Sales': 220},
{'Month': 3, 'Sales': 240},
{'Month': 4, 'Sales': 260},
{'Month': 5, 'Sales': 280},
]
# Initialize forecaster
forecaster = DemandForecaster(sales_data)
# Train model
forecaster.train_model()
# Forecast next 3 months
forecast = forecaster.forecast_demand(3)
print(f"Forecasted demand for next 3 months: {forecast}")
Notes:
Problem Solved: Provides real-time tracking of inventory levels across multiple warehouses, ensuring accurate stock information.
Benefits: Businesses can monitor stock levels in real-time, reducing the risk of stockouts and overstocking.
Adoption: Integrate this script with existing inventory systems or use it as a standalone tool for smaller operations.
Python Code:
import pandas as pd
class InventoryTracker:
def __init__(self, warehouse_data):
self.warehouse_data = pd.DataFrame(warehouse_data)
def update_inventory(self, warehouse_id, product_id, quantity):
self.warehouse_data.loc[
(self.warehouse_data['WarehouseID'] == warehouse_id) &
(self.warehouse_data['ProductID'] == product_id), 'Quantity'] += quantity
def get_inventory(self):
return self.warehouse_data
# Sample warehouse data
warehouse_data = [
{'WarehouseID': 1, 'ProductID': 'A101', 'Quantity': 100},
{'WarehouseID': 1, 'ProductID': 'B202', 'Quantity': 150},
{'WarehouseID': 2, 'ProductID': 'A101', 'Quantity': 200},
{'WarehouseID': 2, 'ProductID': 'C303', 'Quantity': 50},
]
# Initialize tracker
tracker = InventoryTracker(warehouse_data)
# Update inventory
tracker.update_inventory(1, 'A101', 50)
# Display updated inventory
print(tracker.get_inventory())
Problem: Analyzing students' learning performance manually is time-consuming and lacks visual representation.
Solution: Provides a visual dashboard that displays students' grades, progress, and completion rates.
Benefits: Helps instructors make informed decisions based on data, and gives students clear insights into their progress.
Adoption: This can be expanded by integrating more advanced analytics such as predictive performance or recommendations.
Code:
import matplotlib.pyplot as plt
# Sample student performance data
students = {
'John Doe': {'Python Programming': 85, 'Data Science': 90},
'Jane Smith': {'Python Programming': 75, 'Data Science': 80},
'Alice Brown': {'Machine Learning': 65},
}
# Function to visualize performance
def visualize_performance():
student_names = list(students.keys())
course_names = list(students[student_names[0]].keys())
scores = [list(student.values()) for student in students.values()]
fig, ax = plt.subplots()
ax.boxplot(scores, labels=course_names)
ax.set_title('Learning Analytics Dashboard')
ax.set_xlabel('Courses')
ax.set_ylabel('Scores')
plt.xticks(rotation=45)
plt.show()
# Run the dashboard
visualize_performance()
Problem: Managing and updating course materials like documents, presentations, and videos is often a manual process.
Solution: Automates the upload and management of course content, categorizing materials by type and course.
Benefits: Ensures that all course materials are easily accessible and up-to-date, reducing manual effort.
Adoption: This can be extended to automatically send content updates to students or integrate with a Learning Management System (LMS).
Code:
import os
# Function to upload course material
def upload_material(course_name, material_type, file_path):
course_dir = f"{course_name}_materials"
os.makedirs(course_dir, exist_ok=True)
material_name = os.path.basename(file_path)
destination_path = os.path.join(course_dir, material_name)
os.rename(file_path, destination_path)
print(f"{material_name} has been uploaded to {course_name}.")
# Sample file upload (assuming a file exists in the current directory)
upload_material('Python Programming', 'Lecture Notes', 'python_intro.pdf')
Problem: Managing detailed student profiles manually is cumbersome and inefficient.
Solution: Provides a way to create, update, and store student profiles including academic and personal information.
Benefits: Streamlines the process of managing student data and improves accessibility for teachers and administrative staff.
Adoption: This system can be integrated with a larger student management system and include functionalities like sending notifications and scheduling meetings.
Code:
import json
# Function to add/update student profiles
def update_profile(student_id, name, age, courses):
student_data = {
'ID': student_id,
'Name': name,
'Age': age,
'Courses': courses
}
with open(f'{student_id}_profile.json', 'w') as file:
json.dump(student_data, file)
print(f"Profile updated for {name}.")
# Sample student profile update
update_profile(101, 'John Doe', 20, ['Python Programming', 'Data Science'])
Problem: Tracking the status and deadlines of student assignments manually can be difficult and prone to errors.
Solution: Automates the tracking of student assignments, their deadlines, and submission status.
Benefits: Helps instructors manage and track assignments effectively and ensures students meet deadlines.
Adoption: This can be expanded to integrate with an online platform that automatically sends reminders and updates to students.
Code:
from datetime import datetime
# Sample assignments data
assignments = {
'John Doe': {'Python Project': '2025-05-10', 'Data Science Report': '2025-05-15'},
'Jane Smith': {'Machine Learning Assignment': '2025-05-12'},
}
# Function to track assignments
def track_assignments():
today = datetime.now().date()
for student, assignments_list in assignments.items():
print(f"Assignments for {student}:")
for assignment, deadline in assignments_list.items():
deadline_date = datetime.strptime(deadline, '%Y-%m-%d').date()
status = "Completed" if deadline_date < today else "Pending"
print(f" - {assignment}: Deadline {deadline} | Status: {status}")
print()
# Track assignments
track_assignments()
Notes: Problem Solved: Logs and analyzes power usage from smart meters. Customization Benefits: Track per-device energy and set ale...