Explore techniques for handling machine data in this comprehensive talk from ODSC West 2015. Dive into the challenges of working with highly time-series-centric and volatile datasets with high signal-to-noise ratios. Learn about flexible and versatile tools for tackling machine data, including Hidden Markov Models, anomaly detection, and smoothing techniques. Discover real-world applications, the reasoning behind technique selection, and how to apply these methods to practical examples. Follow along with code examples and gain insights into model parameters, fit functions, and general sequence analysis. Ideal for data scientists and analysts looking to expand their skills in processing and analyzing machine-generated data.