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Graph Analytics Introduction

Graph analytics involves the study of graphs made up of nodes and edges, representing relationships in various domains such as social networks and transportation. Key operations include adding/removing nodes, searching, and finding shortest paths, with applications in areas like fraud detection and supply chain optimization. Popular tools for graph analysis include Neo4j, Apache Giraph, and Gephi, which facilitate visualization and processing of complex data relationships.

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Graph Analytics Introduction

Graph analytics involves the study of graphs made up of nodes and edges, representing relationships in various domains such as social networks and transportation. Key operations include adding/removing nodes, searching, and finding shortest paths, with applications in areas like fraud detection and supply chain optimization. Popular tools for graph analysis include Neo4j, Apache Giraph, and Gephi, which facilitate visualization and processing of complex data relationships.

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Introduction to Graph Analytics

Algorithm
Understanding Graphs, Operations,
Applications, Tools, and Use Cases
Introduction to Graph Analytics
• A graph is made of nodes (dots) and
edges (lines).
• Nodes represent people, things, or ideas.
• Edges show how they are connected.
• Used in social networks, communication,
sports, and more.
Operations of Graph Data Analysis
• Add/Remove nodes: Modify elements in
the graph.
• Search nodes: Find a specific person or
thing.
• Explore nodes: Visit every node in the
graph.
• Shortest path: Find the quickest route.
• Minimum spanning tree: Fewest lines to
connect all nodes.
Application Areas of Graph Analytics
• Social networks: Mapping friendships and
connections.
• Computers: Understanding networks and
learning.
• Compilers: Analyzing code.
• Robots: Path planning.
• GPS: Route optimization.
• Networks & Transportation: Efficient
connections.
• Sports: Team collaboration analysis.
• Projects: Task dependencies.
Best Graph Analysis Tools
• Neo4j: Powerful connected data analysis.
• Apache Giraph: Large-scale graph
processing.
• Gephi: User-friendly graph visualization.
• Cytoscape: Biological and general
networks.
• Igraph: Multi-language graph analysis
toolkit.
Graph Analytics Use Cases
• Social Network Analysis: Identify
influencers.
• Recommendation Systems: Personalized
suggestions.
• Fraud Detection: Detect anomalies.
• Supply Chain Optimization: Reduce costs
& improve efficiency.
• Biological Networks: Study molecules &
drug targets.
Advantages of Graph Analytics
• Flexible: Can represent any relationship.
• Pathfinding: Shortest or optimal routes.
• Clustering: Group similar data.
• Network analysis: Study
social/communication systems.
• Machine learning: Model complex
relationships.
• Efficient algorithms: BFS, DFS, spanning
trees, shortest path.
Graph Analytics Examples
• Visualize complex relationships: e.g.,
disease spread.
• Find anomalies: Detect fraud.
• Recommendations: Product suggestions.
• Network management: Optimize computer
networks.
• Predictions: Forecast based on
connections.

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