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Simple Bayes

A Simple Naive Bayes implementation in Elixir for text classification tasks.

Status
UnmaintainedNo commits in 3314 days.
Last checked
Checked · Oct 12, 2026
License
Open source
Pricing
Free tier · from $0

What it is

Simple Bayes is an efficient and straightforward Naive Bayes classifier implemented in the Elixir programming language. It's ideal for developers looking to integrate a lightweight, yet effective machine learning model into their applications without the complexity of larger frameworks.

Simple Bayes stands out as an easy-to-integrate Naive Bayes classifier specifically tailored for Elixir applications, offering simplicity and efficiency without the overhead of larger machine learning frameworks.

When it fits — and when it doesn’t

A good fit for

  • Elixir developers who need a lightweight text classification tool for their applications

  • Projects requiring efficient and simple Naive Bayes implementation without external dependencies

Look elsewhere if

  • Developers looking for comprehensive machine learning libraries with multiple algorithms

  • Applications that require real-time, high-throughput text processing beyond the capabilities of a single-threaded Elixir process

Known weaknesses

Each one links to the public issue, changelog or docs page it came from, where we have one.

  1. 01

    Limited language support

    Simple Bayes is implemented in Elixir, which limits its usage to projects that can integrate with or are written in Elixir.

  2. 02

    Small community and limited documentation

    As an open-source project with a focus on a niche language like Elixir, Simple Bayes may have less active contributors and fewer resources for troubleshooting and learning.

  3. 03

    Performance limitations for large datasets

    Simple Bayes is lightweight but might struggle with very large datasets or complex classification tasks compared to more robust machine learning frameworks.

What it does well

  • Simple and lightweight implementation of Naive Bayes algorithm

  • Efficient text classification for Elixir applications

  • Easy to integrate into existing Elixir projects

Pricing

Free tier
YesOpen source — free to use
Paid from
$0
Model
Flat rate
Enterprise plan
No

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