Roadmap of Concept Drift Adaptation in Data Stream Mining, Years Later

Abstract

As machine learning models are increasingly applied to real-world scenarios, it is essential to consider the possibility of changes in the data distribution over time. Concept drift detection and adaptation refers to the process of identifying and tracking these changes and updating the model accordingly.Researchers have devoted significant efforts to develop various techniques and tools for concept drift detection and adaptation, as this paper provides a generic roadmap and review of the field. In this paper, we begin by reviewing the background of data stream classification and its assumptions and requirements. Then, we explore the historical development of concept drift detection and adaptation and highlight the key points of approaches that have emerged over time. Next, we summarize the major findings, challenges, and limitations of past research, and provide insights into potential future directions of the field. The paper can benefit researchers and practitioners who seek to navigate the challenges and opportunities in concept drift detection and adaptation.