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scikit-optimize(skopt)
Sequential model-based optimization with a scipy.optimize interface
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About scikit-optimize(skopt)
Sequential model-based optimization with a scipy.optimize interface. It provides a simple Python API for hyperparameter tuning and black-box optimization using surrogate models. The library is community-maintained and designed to integrate seamlessly with NumPy and SciPy workflows.
Best for
Python developers who need a simple, scipy-compatible optimizer for moderate-scale hyperparameter or parameter tuning
Use cases
- Hyperparameter tuning for machine learning models
- Black-box optimization of expensive evaluation functions
- Automated parameter search in scientific computing pipelines
Notes
2,826 stars on GitHub. Last updated 2024-02-23. Licensed BSD-3-Clause.
Pros
- Familiar scipy.optimize interface lowers learning curve
- Lightweight and easy to install with minimal dependencies
- Supports several surrogate models (GP, RF, GBRT) out of the box
Cons
- Sequential nature limits parallel optimization without additional wrappers
- No native support for distributed or cloud-based execution
- Community maintenance may lead to slower issue resolution
Key facts
What we have checked
- Latest version
- 0.9.0 (released 12 Oct 2021)
- Days since the last commit
- 981
- GitHub forks
- 555
- GitHub stars
- 2,829
- Days to a first reply on issues
- 1059.4
- Open issues
- 254
- Releases in the last 90 days
- 0
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Stars and usage
How scikit-optimize(skopt) is growing
2,826 to 2,829
Health and security
Is scikit-optimize(skopt) looked after, and what do its setup files show
Health score
0 out of 100
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|---|---|---|
| Archived | 0 | Repository is archived |
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Changelog
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Released 0.9.0
Released 0.8.1
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Released 0.7.4
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