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Why Machines Learn
The Elegant Math Behind Modern AI
Book • 2024
In this book, Anil Ananthaswamy provides a rich, narrative explanation of the mathematics that has driven the development of machine learning and artificial intelligence.
The book delves into the historical and mathematical foundations of AI, including linear algebra and calculus, and explores how these concepts have led to significant advancements in fields such as chemistry, biology, physics, and more.
Ananthaswamy also discusses the potential of AI to transform everyday activities and highlights the importance of understanding both the capabilities and limitations of AI. The book is praised for making complex mathematical concepts accessible and engaging for a broad audience.
The book delves into the historical and mathematical foundations of AI, including linear algebra and calculus, and explores how these concepts have led to significant advancements in fields such as chemistry, biology, physics, and more.
Ananthaswamy also discusses the potential of AI to transform everyday activities and highlights the importance of understanding both the capabilities and limitations of AI. The book is praised for making complex mathematical concepts accessible and engaging for a broad audience.
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Cal Newport as a book about the mathematics behind machine learning, which he read during his recovery.
Cal Newport as a book about the mathematics behind machine learning, which he read during his recovery.
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