Step-by-Step Learning Path for Robotics and Machine Learning
This guide provides a structured path to transition from backend development to robotics and
machine learning. It includes essential topics and free resources.
1. Strengthen Math and Linear Algebra
- Learn basic to advanced math concepts, including calculus, linear algebra, and probability.
- Free Resources:
- Khan Academy: https://www.khanacademy.org/math
- 3Blue1Brown (YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/c/3blue1brown
- MIT OpenCourseWare (Linear Algebra):
https://ocw.mit.edu/courses/mathematics/18-06-linear-algebra-spring-2010/
2. Learn Python for Robotics & ML
- Python is essential for robotics and ML.
- Free Resources:
- Python Basics: https://www.learnpython.org/
- CS50P by Harvard: https://cs50.harvard.edu/python/
- Automate the Boring Stuff: https://automatetheboringstuff.com/
3. Get Familiar with ML & AI Basics
- Learn fundamental ML concepts and algorithms.
- Free Resources:
- Google's Machine Learning Crash Course:
https://developers.google.com/machine-learning/crash-course
- Fast.ai Intro to ML: https://course.fast.ai/
- Stanford CS229 (Andrew Ng): https://cs229.stanford.edu/
4. Learn Robotics Fundamentals
- Understand kinematics, dynamics, and control systems.
- Free Resources:
- MIT Introduction to Robotics:
https://ocw.mit.edu/courses/electrical-engineering-and-computer-science/6-141-robotic-manipulation
-spring-2020/
- Coursera Robotics Specialization (Audit for Free):
https://www.coursera.org/specializations/robotics
- ROS (Robot Operating System): http://wiki.ros.org/
5. Hands-on Projects & Competitions
- Apply knowledge by building projects and participating in competitions.
- Join GitHub open-source projects.
- Participate in robotics competitions (e.g., RoboCup, DARPA Challenges).
6. Advanced Topics & Research
- Study reinforcement learning, neural networks, and deep learning.
- Free Resources:
- Deep Learning by MIT: https://introtodeeplearning.com/
- Reinforcement Learning (David Silver): https://www.davidsilver.uk/teaching/
- OpenAI Gym for RL experiments: https://gym.openai.com/
Conclusion
Follow this structured approach, practice consistently, and explore hands-on projects. Stay updated
with the latest advancements in robotics and ML.
