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Bayesian modeling with PyMC 5: priors, likelihood, NUTS/ADVI sampling, diagnostics (R-hat, ESS), LOO/WAIC comparison, prediction. Hierarchical, logistic, GP variants; predictive checks.
Bayesian modeling with PyMC 5: priors, likelihood, NUTS/ADVI sampling, diagnostics (R-hat, ESS), LOO/WAIC comparison, prediction. Hierarchical, logistic, GP variants; predictive checks.
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PyMC is a Python library for Bayesian statistical modeling and probabilistic programming. It provides an expressive syntax for defining probabilistic models and efficient inference via MCMC (NUTS) and variational methods (ADVI). This skill covers the full Bayesian modeling cycle from model specification through diagnostics, comparison, and prediction.
pymc >= 5.0, arviz, numpy, matplotlibpip install pymc arviz numpy matplotlib
# Optional: JAX backend for GPU acceleration
pip install pymc[jax]
import pymc as pm
import arviz as az
import numpy as np
# Simulate data
np.random.seed(42)
X = np.random.randn(100)
y = 2.5 + 1.3 * X + np.random.randn(100) * 0.5
# Build and fit model
with pm.Model() as model:
alpha = pm.Normal("alpha", mu=0, sigma=5)
beta = pm.Normal("beta", mu=0, sigma=5)
sigma = pm.HalfNormal("sigma", sigma=1)
mu = alpha + beta * X
y_obs = pm.Normal("y_obs", mu=mu, sigma=sigma, observed=y)
idata = pm.sample(1000, tune=1000, chains=4, random_seed=42)
print(az.summary(idata, var_names=["alpha", "beta", "sigma"]))
# Expected: alpha ~ 2.5, beta ~ 1.3, sigma ~ 0.5
Standardize continuous predictors for better sampling efficiency. Use named coordinates for readable models and ArviZ integration.
import pymc as pm
import arviz as az
import numpy as np
# Load data
X = np.random.randn(200, 3) # 200 obs, 3 predictors
y = X @ np.array([1.0, -0.5, 0.3]) + np.random.randn(200) * 0.8
# Standardize predictors
X_mean, X_std = X.mean(axis=0), X.std(axis=0)
X_scaled = (X - X_mean) / X_std
# Define coordinates for named dimensions
coords = {
"predictors": ["var1", "var2", "var3"],
"obs_id": np.arange(len(y)),
}
print(f"Data shape: X={X_scaled.shape}, y={y.shape}")
Specify the model structure inside a pm.Model() context. Use weakly informative priors, dims for named dimensions, and HalfNormal or Exponential for scale parameters.
with pm.Model(coords=coords) as model:
# Priors — weakly informative, not flat
alpha = pm.Normal("alpha", mu=0, sigma=1)
beta = pm.Normal("beta", mu=0, sigma=1, dims="predictors")
sigma = pm.HalfNormal("sigma", sigma=1)
# Linear predictor
mu = alpha + pm.math.dot(X_scaled, beta)
# Likelihood
y_obs = pm.Normal("y_obs", mu=mu, sigma=sigma, observed=y, dims="obs_id")
# Inspect model variables
print(model.basic_RVs) # Lists: [alpha, beta, sigma, y_obs]
Validate that priors produce plausible data ranges before fitting. Adjust priors if simulated data is unreasonable.
with model:
prior_pred = pm.sample_prior_predictive(samples=1000, random_seed=42)
# Check prior-implied data range
prior_y = prior_pred.prior_predictive["y_obs"].values.flatten()
print(f"Prior predictive range: [{prior_y.min():.1f}, {prior_y.max():.1f}]")
print(f"Observed data range: [{y.min():.1f}, {y.max():.1f}]")
az.plot_ppc(prior_pred, group="prior", num_pp_samples=100)
Run NUTS sampling with multiple chains. Include log_likelihood=True if you plan model comparison later.
with model:
idata = pm.sample(
draws=2000,
tune=1000,
chains=4,
target_accept=0.9,
random_seed=42,
idata_kwargs={"log_likelihood": True},
)
print(f"Posterior shape: {idata.posterior['beta'].shape}")
# Expected: (4 chains, 2000 draws, 3 predictors)
Check convergence before interpreting results. All three diagnostics (R-hat, ESS, divergences) must pass.
# Summary with convergence diagnostics
summary = az.summary(idata, var_names=["alpha", "beta", "sigma"])
print(summary[["mean", "sd", "hdi_3%", "hdi_97%", "r_hat", "ess_bulk"]])
# R-hat convergence check
bad_rhat = summary[summary["r_hat"] > 1.01]
if len(bad_rhat) > 0:
print(f"WARNING: {len(bad_rhat)} parameters with R-hat > 1.01")
print(bad_rhat[["r_hat"]])
# Effective sample size check
low_ess = summary[summary["ess_bulk"] < 400]
if len(low_ess) > 0:
print(f"WARNING: {len(low_ess)} parameters with ESS < 400")
# Divergence check
n_div = idata.sample_stats.diverging.sum().item()
total = len(idata.posterior.draw) * len(idata.posterior.chain)
print(f"Divergences: {n_div}/{total} ({n_div / total * 100:.2f}%)")
# Visual diagnostics — trace plots and rank plots
az.plot_trace(idata, var_names=["alpha", "beta", "sigma"])
az.plot_rank(idata, var_names=["alpha", "beta", "sigma"])
Validate model fit by comparing simulated data from the posterior to observed data.
with model:
pm.sample_posterior_predictive(idata, extend_inferencedata=True, random_seed=42)
az.plot_ppc(idata, num_pp_samples=100)
# Blue = observed data, grey = posterior simulations
# Systematic deviations indicate model misspecification
Use LOO-CV or WAIC to compare candidate models. Lower information criterion is better.
# Fit multiple models with log_likelihood=True, then compare
# Example: compare linear vs a second model
idatas = {"linear": idata} # add more fitted models here
comparison = az.compare(idatas, ic="loo")
print(comparison[["rank", "elpd_loo", "p_loo", "d_loo", "weight"]])
# Check LOO reliability via Pareto-k diagnostics
loo_result = az.loo(idata, pointwise=True)
high_k = (loo_result.pareto_k > 0.7).sum().item()
print(f"Observations with Pareto-k > 0.7: {high_k}")
# Interpretation: Dloo < 2 = similar models; Dloo > 10 = strong evidence
az.plot_compare(comparison)
Produce posterior predictions for new data with full uncertainty propagation.
X_new = np.array([[0.5, -1.0, 0.2]])
X_new_scaled = (X_new - X_mean) / X_std
with model:
pm.set_data({"X_scaled": X_new_scaled})
post_pred = pm.sample_posterior_predictive(
idata.posterior, var_names=["y_obs"], random_seed=42
)
y_pred = post_pred.posterior_predictive["y_obs"]
print(f"Predicted mean: {y_pred.mean().item():.3f}")
print(f"94% HDI: {az.hdi(y_pred, hdi_prob=0.94).values}")
| Parameter | Default | Range / Options | Effect |
|---|---|---|---|
draws | 1000 | 500-10000 | Number of posterior samples per chain |
tune | 1000 | 500-5000 | Warmup iterations (discarded); increase for complex posteriors |
chains | 4 | 2-8 | Number of independent chains; minimum 4 for reliable R-hat |
cores | all CPUs | 1-N | Parallel chains; set equal to chains for full parallelism |
target_accept | 0.8 | 0.8-0.99 | NUTS acceptance rate; increase to reduce divergences |
init | "auto" | "adapt_diag", "jitter+adapt_diag", "advi" | Initialization strategy for sampler |
random_seed | None | any int | Seed for reproducibility |
idata_kwargs | {} | {"log_likelihood": True} | Store log-likelihood for LOO/WAIC model comparison |
method (pm.fit) | "advi" | "advi", "fullrank_advi", "svgd" | Variational inference algorithm |
n (pm.fit) | 10000 | 5000-100000 | VI optimization iterations |
samples (prior pred) | 500 | 100-5000 | Prior predictive samples for validation |
| Distribution | Use When | Key Parameters |
|---|---|---|
Normal(mu, sigma) | Unbounded real-valued parameter (standardized data) | mu: center, sigma: spread |
HalfNormal(sigma) | Scale/standard deviation parameter (positive) | sigma: spread of positive half |
Exponential(lam) | Scale parameter, alternative to HalfNormal | lam: rate (1/mean) |
StudentT(nu, mu, sigma) | Robust alternative to Normal (outlier-resistant) | nu: degrees of freedom (<10 = heavier tails) |
Beta(alpha, beta) | Probability or proportion in [0,1] | alpha=beta=2: weakly informative |
Gamma(alpha, beta) | Positive parameter (rate, concentration) | alpha: shape, beta: rate |
LogNormal(mu, sigma) | Positive parameter with multiplicative effects | mu, sigma: of underlying Normal |
LKJCorr(n, eta) | Correlation matrix prior | eta=1: uniform; eta>1: prefer identity |
Dirichlet(a) | Probability vector (sums to 1) | a: concentration; uniform if all equal |
Bernoulli(p / logit_p) | Binary outcome likelihood | Use logit_p for numerical stability |
Poisson(mu) | Count data (equidispersed) | mu: rate; use NegBinomial if overdispersed |
NegativeBinomial(mu, alpha) | Overdispersed count data | alpha: dispersion (smaller = more overdispersion) |
| Metric | Threshold | Interpretation | Action if Failed |
|---|---|---|---|
| R-hat | < 1.01 | Chains converged | Run longer chains; check multimodality |
| ESS bulk | > 400 | Sufficient independent samples | Increase draws; reparameterize |
| ESS tail | > 400 | Reliable tail estimates | Increase draws |
| Divergences | 0 | NUTS explored successfully | Increase target_accept; non-centered param. |
| Pareto-k (LOO) | < 0.7 | LOO estimate reliable | Use WAIC or k-fold CV |
| Max tree depth | < 10 | No trajectory truncation | Reparameterize or increase max_treedepth |
| Problem Type | Recipe | Likelihood | Key Feature |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grouped/nested data | Hierarchical Model | Normal (varies) | Non-centered parameterization, partial pooling |
| Binary outcome | Logistic Regression | Bernoulli | logit_p link function |
| Nonlinear/spatial | Gaussian Process | Normal | Kernel-based covariance, flexible shape |
| Count data | (use Poisson in Workflow) | Poisson / NegBinomial | Log link; NegBinomial for overdispersion |
| Time series | (see references) | AR / GaussianRandomWalk | Autoregressive coefficients |
| Mixture/clustering | (see references) | Mixture / NormalMixture | Component weights via Dirichlet |
When to use: data has natural grouping (patients within hospitals, students within schools). Non-centered parameterization avoids divergences from funnel geometry.
import pymc as pm
import arviz as az
import numpy as np
n_groups, n_per_group = 5, 30
group_idx = np.repeat(np.arange(n_groups), n_per_group)
group_names = [f"group_{i}" for i in range(n_groups)]
# Simulated grouped data
true_alphas = np.random.normal(3.0, 1.5, n_groups)
y_obs = np.random.normal(true_alphas[group_idx], 0.5)
with pm.Model(co
name: "pymc-bayesian-modeling" description: "Bayesian modeling with PyMC 5: priors, likelihood, NUTS/ADVI sampling, diagnostics (R-hat, ESS), LOO/WAIC comparison, prediction. Hierarchical, logistic, GP variants; predictive checks." license: "Apache-2.0"
---
name: "pymc-bayesian-modeling"
description: "Bayesian modeling with PyMC 5: priors, likelihood, NUTS/ADVI sampling, diagnostics (R-hat, ESS), LOO/WAIC comparison, prediction. Hierarchical, logistic, GP variants; predictive checks."
license: "Apache-2.0"
---
# PyMC Bayesian Modeling
## Overview
PyMC is a Python library for Bayesian statistical modeling and probabilistic programming. It provides an expressive syntax for defining probabilistic models and efficient inference via MCMC (NUTS) and variational methods (ADVI). This skill covers the full Bayesian modeling cycle from model specification through diagnostics, comparison, and prediction.
## When to Use
- Estimating parameters with full uncertainty quantification (credible intervals, not just point estimates)
- Fitting hierarchical/multilevel models to grouped or nested data
- Performing prior and posterior predictive checks to validate model assumptions
- Comparing candidate models using information criteria (LOO-CV, WAIC)
- Building regression models (linear, logistic, Poisson) in a Bayesian framework
- Handling missing data or measurement error as latent parameters
- Modeling time series with autoregressive or random walk priors
- Generating posterior predictions for new observations with uncertainty bounds
- Use **Stan/PyStan** instead for compiled, more scalable Bayesian inference on large models; use **statsmodels** for frequentist statistical tests
## Prerequisites
- **Python packages**: `pymc >= 5.0`, `arviz`, `numpy`, `matplotlib`
- **Data**: NumPy arrays or pandas DataFrames with numeric columns
- **Environment**: CPU sufficient for most models; GPU via JAX backend for large models
```bash
pip install pymc arviz numpy matplotlib
# Optional: JAX backend for GPU acceleration
pip install pymc[jax]
```
## Quick Start
```python
import pymc as pm
import arviz as az
import numpy as np
# Simulate data
np.random.seed(42)
X = np.random.randn(100)
y = 2.5 + 1.3 * X + np.random.randn(100) * 0.5
# Build and fit model
with pm.Model() as model:
alpha = pm.Normal("alpha", mu=0, sigma=5)
beta = pm.Normal("beta", mu=0, sigma=5)
sigma = pm.HalfNormal("sigma", sigma=1)
mu = alpha + beta * X
y_obs = pm.Normal("y_obs", mu=mu, sigma=sigma, observed=y)
idata = pm.sample(1000, tune=1000, chains=4, random_seed=42)
print(az.summary(idata, var_names=["alpha", "beta", "sigma"]))
# Expected: alpha ~ 2.5, beta ~ 1.3, sigma ~ 0.5
```
## Workflow
### Step 1: Prepare Data
Standardize continuous predictors for better sampling efficiency. Use named coordinates for readable models and ArviZ integration.
```python
import pymc as pm
import arviz as az
import numpy as np
# Load data
X = np.random.randn(200, 3) # 200 obs, 3 predictors
y = X @ np.array([1.0, -0.5, 0.3]) + np.random.randn(200) * 0.8
# Standardize predictors
X_mean, X_std = X.mean(axis=0), X.std(axis=0)
X_scaled = (X - X_mean) / X_std
# Define coordinates for named dimensions
coords = {
"predictors": ["var1", "var2", "var3"],
"obs_id": np.arange(len(y)),
}
print(f"Data shape: X={X_scaled.shape}, y={y.shape}")
```
### Step 2: Define Model and Set Priors
Specify the model structure inside a `pm.Model()` context. Use weakly informative priors, `dims` for named dimensions, and `HalfNormal` or `Exponential` for scale parameters.
```python
with pm.Model(coords=coords) as model:
# Priors — weakly informative, not flat
alpha = pm.Normal("alpha", mu=0, sigma=1)
beta = pm.Normal("beta", mu=0, sigma=1, dims="predictors")
sigma = pm.HalfNormal("sigma", sigma=1)
# Linear predictor
mu = alpha + pm.math.dot(X_scaled, beta)
# Likelihood
y_obs = pm.Normal("y_obs", mu=mu, sigma=sigma, observed=y, dims="obs_id")
# Inspect model variables
print(model.basic_RVs) # Lists: [alpha, beta, sigma, y_obs]
```
### Step 3: Prior Predictive Check
Validate that priors produce plausible data ranges before fitting. Adjust priors if simulated data is unreasonable.
```python
with model:
prior_pred = pm.sample_prior_predictive(samples=1000, random_seed=42)
# Check prior-implied data range
prior_y = prior_pred.prior_predictive["y_obs"].values.flatten()
print(f"Prior predictive range: [{prior_y.min():.1f}, {prior_y.max():.1f}]")
print(f"Observed data range: [{y.min():.1f}, {y.max():.1f}]")
az.plot_ppc(prior_pred, group="prior", num_pp_samples=100)
```
### Step 4: Sample Posterior (MCMC)
Run NUTS sampling with multiple chains. Include `log_likelihood=True` if you plan model comparison later.
```python
with model:
idata = pm.sample(
draws=2000,
tune=1000,
chains=4,
target_accept=0.9,
random_seed=42,
idata_kwargs={"log_likelihood": True},
)
print(f"Posterior shape: {idata.posterior['beta'].shape}")
# Expected: (4 chains, 2000 draws, 3 predictors)
```
### Step 5: Diagnose Sampling
Check convergence before interpreting results. All three diagnostics (R-hat, ESS, divergences) must pass.
```python
# Summary with convergence diagnostics
summary = az.summary(idata, var_names=["alpha", "beta", "sigma"])
print(summary[["mean", "sd", "hdi_3%", "hdi_97%", "r_hat", "ess_bulk"]])
# R-hat convergence check
bad_rhat = summary[summary["r_hat"] > 1.01]
if len(bad_rhat) > 0:
print(f"WARNING: {len(bad_rhat)} parameters with R-hat > 1.01")
print(bad_rhat[["r_hat"]])
# Effective sample size check
low_ess = summary[summary["ess_bulk"] < 400]
if len(low_ess) > 0:
print(f"WARNING: {len(low_ess)} parameters with ESS < 400")
# Divergence check
n_div = idata.sample_stats.diverging.sum().item()
total = len(idata.posterior.draw) * len(idata.posterior.chain)
print(f"Divergences: {n_div}/{total} ({n_div / total * 100:.2f}%)")
# Visual diagnostics — trace plots and rank plots
az.plot_trace(idata, var_names=["alpha", "beta", "sigma"])
az.plot_rank(idata, var_names=["alpha", "beta", "sigma"])
```
### Step 6: Posterior Predictive Check
Validate model fit by comparing simulated data from the posterior to observed data.
```python
with model:
pm.sample_posterior_predictive(idata, extend_inferencedata=True, random_seed=42)
az.plot_ppc(idata, num_pp_samples=100)
# Blue = observed data, grey = posterior simulations
# Systematic deviations indicate model misspecification
```
### Step 7: Compare Models
Use LOO-CV or WAIC to compare candidate models. Lower information criterion is better.
```python
# Fit multiple models with log_likelihood=True, then compare
# Example: compare linear vs a second model
idatas = {"linear": idata} # add more fitted models here
comparison = az.compare(idatas, ic="loo")
print(comparison[["rank", "elpd_loo", "p_loo", "d_loo", "weight"]])
# Check LOO reliability via Pareto-k diagnostics
loo_result = az.loo(idata, pointwise=True)
high_k = (loo_result.pareto_k > 0.7).sum().item()
print(f"Observations with Pareto-k > 0.7: {high_k}")
# Interpretation: Dloo < 2 = similar models; Dloo > 10 = strong evidence
az.plot_compare(comparison)
```
### Step 8: Generate Predictions
Produce posterior predictions for new data with full uncertainty propagation.
```python
X_new = np.array([[0.5, -1.0, 0.2]])
X_new_scaled = (X_new - X_mean) / X_std
with model:
pm.set_data({"X_scaled": X_new_scaled})
post_pred = pm.sample_posterior_predictive(
idata.posterior, var_names=["y_obs"], random_seed=42
)
y_pred = post_pred.posterior_predictive["y_obs"]
print(f"Predicted mean: {y_pred.mean().item():.3f}")
print(f"94% HDI: {az.hdi(y_pred, hdi_prob=0.94).values}")
```
## Key Parameters
| Parameter | Default | Range / Options | Effect |
|-----------|---------|-----------------|--------|
| `draws` | `1000` | `500`-`10000` | Number of posterior samples per chain |
| `tune` | `1000` | `500`-`5000` | Warmup iterations (discarded); increase for complex posteriors |
| `chains` | `4` | `2`-`8` | Number of independent chains; minimum 4 for reliable R-hat |
| `cores` | all CPUs | `1`-`N` | Parallel chains; set equal to `chains` for full parallelism |
| `target_accept` | `0.8` | `0.8`-`0.99` | NUTS acceptance rate; increase to reduce divergences |
| `init` | `"auto"` | `"adapt_diag"`, `"jitter+adapt_diag"`, `"advi"` | Initialization strategy for sampler |
| `random_seed` | `None` | any int | Seed for reproducibility |
| `idata_kwargs` | `{}` | `{"log_likelihood": True}` | Store log-likelihood for LOO/WAIC model comparison |
| `method` (pm.fit) | `"advi"` | `"advi"`, `"fullrank_advi"`, `"svgd"` | Variational inference algorithm |
| `n` (pm.fit) | `10000` | `5000`-`100000` | VI optimization iterations |
| `samples` (prior pred) | `500` | `100`-`5000` | Prior predictive samples for validation |
## Key Concepts
### Prior/Distribution Selection Guide
| Distribution | Use When | Key Parameters |
|-------------|----------|----------------|
| `Normal(mu, sigma)` | Unbounded real-valued parameter (standardized data) | `mu`: center, `sigma`: spread |
| `HalfNormal(sigma)` | Scale/standard deviation parameter (positive) | `sigma`: spread of positive half |
| `Exponential(lam)` | Scale parameter, alternative to HalfNormal | `lam`: rate (1/mean) |
| `StudentT(nu, mu, sigma)` | Robust alternative to Normal (outlier-resistant) | `nu`: degrees of freedom (<10 = heavier tails) |
| `Beta(alpha, beta)` | Probability or proportion in [0,1] | `alpha=beta=2`: weakly informative |
| `Gamma(alpha, beta)` | Positive parameter (rate, concentration) | `alpha`: shape, `beta`: rate |
| `LogNormal(mu, sigma)` | Positive parameter with multiplicative effects | `mu`, `sigma`: of underlying Normal |
| `LKJCorr(n, eta)` | Correlation matrix prior | `eta=1`: uniform; `eta>1`: prefer identity |
| `Dirichlet(a)` | Probability vector (sums to 1) | `a`: concentration; uniform if all equal |
| `Bernoulli(p / logit_p)` | Binary outcome likelihood | Use `logit_p` for numerical stability |
| `Poisson(mu)` | Count data (equidispersed) | `mu`: rate; use NegBinomial if overdispersed |
| `NegativeBinomial(mu, alpha)` | Overdispersed count data | `alpha`: dispersion (smaller = more overdispersion) |
### Diagnostic Thresholds
| Metric | Threshold | Interpretation | Action if Failed |
|--------|-----------|---------------|------------------|
| R-hat | < 1.01 | Chains converged | Run longer chains; check multimodality |
| ESS bulk | > 400 | Sufficient independent samples | Increase `draws`; reparameterize |
| ESS tail | > 400 | Reliable tail estimates | Increase `draws` |
| Divergences | 0 | NUTS explored successfully | Increase `target_accept`; non-centered param. |
| Pareto-k (LOO) | < 0.7 | LOO estimate reliable | Use WAIC or k-fold CV |
| Max tree depth | < 10 | No trajectory truncation | Reparameterize or increase `max_treedepth` |
### Model Variants Overview
| Problem Type | Recipe | Likelihood | Key Feature |
|-------------|--------|------------|-------------|
| Grouped/nested data | Hierarchical Model | Normal (varies) | Non-centered parameterization, partial pooling |
| Binary outcome | Logistic Regression | Bernoulli | `logit_p` link function |
| Nonlinear/spatial | Gaussian Process | Normal | Kernel-based covariance, flexible shape |
| Count data | (use Poisson in Workflow) | Poisson / NegBinomial | Log link; NegBinomial for overdispersion |
| Time series | (see references) | AR / GaussianRandomWalk | Autoregressive coefficients |
| Mixture/clustering | (see references) | Mixture / NormalMixture | Component weights via Dirichlet |
## Common Recipes
### Recipe: Hierarchical Model
When to use: data has natural grouping (patients within hospitals, students within schools). Non-centered parameterization avoids divergences from funnel geometry.
```python
import pymc as pm
import arviz as az
import numpy as np
n_groups, n_per_group = 5, 30
group_idx = np.repeat(np.arange(n_groups), n_per_group)
group_names = [f"group_{i}" for i in range(n_groups)]
# Simulated grouped data
true_alphas = np.random.normal(3.0, 1.5, n_groups)
y_obs = np.random.normal(true_alphas[group_idx], 0.5)
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