shap

Attribute model predictions to input features using SHAP values.

14|2|Updated Feb 24, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/andikarachman/data-science-plugin --skill shap-andikarachman
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: shap
Source: https://github.com/andikarachman/data-science-plugin/tree/main/skills/shap
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/andikarachman/data-science-plugin --skill shap-andikarachman

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

SHAP-based explanations translate opaque model predictions into human-understandable attributions, enabling trust, debugging, and governance of machine learning systems.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Global and local explanations: identify which features drive predictions across the dataset and for individual samples.
  • Model-agnostic and model-specific explainers: TreeExplainer, DeepExplainer, LinearExplainer, and KernelExplainer help cover tree-based, neural, and linear models.
  • Visualizations and analysis: generate beeswarm, waterfall, scatter, and bar plots, plus support for fairness, feature interactions, and production-ready explanation pipelines.
  • Production readiness: guidance on caching explainers, selecting background data, and integrating explanations into dashboards and decision workflows.

Quick Start

Train a model, create a SHAP explainer for your model type, and generate SHAP values and visualizations for a sample of your data.

Frequently Asked Questions about shap

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I explain model predictions using SHAP values?

SHAP values explain model predictions by attributing the output to individual input features. You create a SHAP explainer for your specific model type, compute the SHAP values, and generate visualizations like beeswarm or waterfall plots for global and local interpretability.

Can I use SHAP explainers with deep learning and tree-based models?

SHAP explainers support deep learning, tree-based, and linear models through automatic explainer selection. TreeExplainer, DeepExplainer, LinearExplainer, and KernelExplainer cover various model architectures to provide feature attribution and model interpretability.

What's the best way to visualize feature importance for individual predictions?

Visualizing feature importance for individual predictions is best done using SHAP waterfall and scatter plots. These visualizations translate opaque model predictions into human-understandable attributions, allowing you to identify which features drive predictions for specific samples.

Does SHAP support fairness analysis and production deployment workflows?

SHAP supports fairness analysis and production deployment workflows by providing guidance on caching explainers, selecting background data, and integrating explanations into dashboards. This enables model governance, trust, and debugging in production-ready pipelines.

How do I handle background data when computing SHAP values?

Handling background data for SHAP values involves selecting appropriate reference datasets to compute feature attributions accurately. The Skill provides guidance on background data handling and automatic explainer selection to ensure reliable model interpretability across different tasks.