shap

Attribute model predictions to input features using SHAP explainers.

6|Updated Dec 30, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/pur3v4d3r/pur3-pkb-codebase --skill shap-pur3v4d3r
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: shap
Source: https://github.com/pur3v4d3r/pur3-pkb-codebase/tree/main/.claude/skills/__scientific-skills/shap
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/pur3v4d3r/pur3-pkb-codebase --skill shap-pur3v4d3r

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

SHAP provides a principled, local and global feature-attribution framework that explains model predictions by assigning contributions to individual input features, enabling transparent AI.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Compute SHAP values for tree-based, deep, linear, and other model types and visualize explanations with waterfall, beeswarm, scatter, and bar plots.
  • Use for model debugging, bias/fairness assessment, feature engineering guidance, and model comparison across different algorithms.
  • Visualize and communicate explanations to stakeholders, supporting responsible AI decisions.

Quick Start

Train your model and generate SHAP explanations by selecting the appropriate explainer (TreeExplainer for tree models, DeepExplainer for neural networks, LinearExplainer for linear models) and visualize the results to interpret predictions.

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 predictions using feature attribution?

You can explain machine learning predictions by computing SHAP values to attribute model outputs to individual input features, generating local instance explanations and global feature importance for transparent AI insights.

Which explainer should I use for tree-based models versus neural networks?

For tree-based models, use TreeExplainer, while DeepExplainer is suited for neural networks. KernelExplainer, LinearExplainer, GradientExplainer, and PermutationExplainer handle black-box, linear, and gradient-based models respectively.

Can I visualize global feature importance and local explanations for black-box models?

Yes, you can visualize global feature importance and local explanations for black-box models using KernelExplainer to compute additive feature attributions and render them through waterfall, beeswarm, scatter, and bar plots.

What is the best way to debug model bias and compare different algorithms?

The best way to debug model bias and compare algorithms is by applying SHAP feature attribution to assess fairness and generate consistent visual explanations across different model types for comparative analysis.

Do I need background data to compute SHAP values for model interpretability?

Yes, computing SHAP values for model interpretability requires background data handling to establish baselines, ensuring reliable additive feature attributions that accurately represent the expected model output distribution.