AI Competitions and Benchmarks: Dataset Development

TL;DR

This paper reviews methodologies for developing high-quality datasets for machine learning, emphasizing data collection, transformation, evaluation, and maintenance to improve model reliability and reduce deployment risks.

Contribution

It offers a comprehensive overview of dataset development processes, integrating practical experience and detailing effective management and implementation strategies.

Findings

Effective dataset development requires meticulous data collection and transformation.

Proper evaluation and maintenance are crucial for dataset quality and model performance.

The chapter provides practical guidelines for dataset distribution and ongoing management.

Abstract

Machine learning is now used in many applications thanks to its ability to predict, generate, or discover patterns from large quantities of data. However, the process of collecting and transforming data for practical use is intricate. Even in today's digital era, where substantial data is generated daily, it is uncommon for it to be readily usable; most often, it necessitates meticulous manual data preparation. The haste in developing new models can frequently result in various shortcomings, potentially posing risks when deployed in real-world scenarios (eg social discrimination, critical failures), leading to the failure or substantial escalation of costs in AI-based projects. This chapter provides a comprehensive overview of established methodological tools, enriched by our practical experience, in the development of datasets for machine learning. Initially, we develop the tasks involved in dataset development and offer insights into their effective management (including requirements, design, implementation, evaluation, distribution, and maintenance). Then, we provide more details about the implementation process which includes data collection, transformation, and quality evaluation. Finally, we address practical considerations regarding dataset distribution and maintenance.