Explore the world of machine learning through the lens of agile experimentation in this 58-minute conference talk. Dive into the unique workflow of ML projects, contrasting it with traditional software development. Learn how to tackle challenges in ML competitions, using the Kaggle Home Depot competition as a case study. Discover techniques for setting up an efficient experimental harness, maintaining code sanity, and adapting software development principles to the ML context. Gain insights into the iterative nature of ML model development, the importance of rapid experimentation, and strategies for validating progress in this dynamic field.