shap

Compute SHAP values and generate feature attribution plots for machine learning models.

74|5|Updated Dec 10, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/dralkh/seerai --skill shap-dralkh
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Skill: shap
Source: https://github.com/dralkh/seerai/tree/main/skills/shap
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/dralkh/seerai --skill shap-dralkh

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

It turns opaque model predictions into clear feature-level explanations so you can understand why a model made a decision, compare models, and validate behavior with confidence.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Model interpretability: Compute SHAP values for tree-based, deep learning, linear, and black-box models.
  • Visualization: Generate waterfall, beeswarm, bar, scatter, force, heatmap, violin, and decision plots.
  • Workflows: Support debugging, feature engineering, fairness analysis, model comparison, and production explanation pipelines.
  • Use case: Analyze a classification model to find the most influential features, inspect a single prediction, and check whether protected attributes or proxy variables are driving the outcome.

Quick Start

Ask for SHAP-based explanation guidance for your model and specify the model type, dataset, and the plot or workflow you want to produce.

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 machine learning model predictions using SHAP values?

SHAP values explain machine learning predictions by computing feature attributions for individual instances. You select the correct explainer for your model type, calculate local and global attributions from background data, and generate visual plots to understand feature influence.

Can I use SHAP feature attribution for tree-based models and neural networks?

Yes, SHAP feature attribution applies to tree-based models, neural networks, linear models, and black-box estimators. It requires selecting the model-specific explainer algorithm to accurately compute attributions based on the estimator architecture.

What's the best way to visualize model interpretability for a single prediction?

To visualize model interpretability for a single prediction, generate SHAP waterfall or force plots. These visualizations break down local feature attributions to show exactly how each feature value pushed the model's prediction higher or lower.

How do I perform fairness analysis on a classification model using SHAP?

Perform fairness analysis on a classification model by computing SHAP values to check whether protected attributes or proxy variables are driving the outcome. This identifies if specific features disproportionately influence predictions across different demographic groups.

What plots can I generate for global feature importance interpretation?

For global feature importance interpretation, generate SHAP beeswarm, bar, scatter, heatmap, and violin plots. These visualizations aggregate local feature attributions across the dataset to display overall feature importance and distribution patterns.

Does SHAP model interpretation require background data for black-box estimators?

Yes, SHAP model interpretation for black-box estimators requires background data to compute feature attributions. The background dataset serves as a reference distribution to approximate missing features and calculate accurate SHAP values.