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Target encoding transforms categorical variables into numerical values based on the target variable, while Weight of Evidence (WoE) applies this concept to continuous variables for binary classification. WoE calculates log-odds differences between specific regions and overall averages, offering a powerful tool for credit risk modeling and other applications.
