Class Notes: Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Class Notes
Definition and Scope
Artificial Intelligence (AI) involves creating systems that can perform tasks requiring
human intelligence, such as learning, reasoning, and problem-solving.
Key areas include Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, and Robotics.
History of AI
- 1950s: Birth of AI as a discipline with Alan Turing's work.
- 1980s: Rise of expert systems.
- 2010s: Deep learning revolution with breakthroughs in neural networks.
Core Concepts
- Machine Learning: Algorithms that improve through experience.
- Neural Networks: Systems inspired by the human brain's structure.
- Reinforcement Learning: Training models through reward-based systems.
Applications
- Healthcare: AI assists in disease diagnosis, drug discovery, and patient monitoring.
- Finance: Used for risk analysis, fraud detection, and automated trading.
- Transportation: Powers autonomous vehicles and route optimization.
Ethical Considerations
- Bias in AI systems due to flawed data or algorithms.
- Privacy concerns with data collection and surveillance.
- Job displacement and the need for upskilling workers.