AI and machine learning are driving innovation across industries. Learn more about generative AI, large language models, and more with these resources.
AI and machine learning are changing the way we work, creating new roles and shifting the way businesses innovate. If you're interested in learning about AI and machine learning, we've gathered free articles and resources on those and other data-centric topics, including:
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Generative AI and ChatGPT
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
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Machine learning is in some ways a hybrid field, existing at the intersection of computer science, data science, and algorithms and mathematical theory. On the computer science side, machine learning engineers and other professionals in this field typically need strong software engineering skills, from fundamentals like confident programming and coding ability to big picture familiarity with system design principles.
A familiarity with data science concepts is also important, particularly skills in data modeling and evaluation to ensure that the algorithms perform well and become more, not less accurate over time. And, because machine learning relies heavily on algorithms as well as the statistics and probability principles that underlie them, a solid theoretical background in mathematics can also be invaluable.
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