Artificial intelligence for dummies

Mueller, John 1958- (author.). Massaron, Luca, (author.).

Summary: Step into the future with AI The term "Artificial Intelligence" has been around since the 1950s, but a lot has changed since then. Today, AI is referenced in the news, books, movies, and TV shows, and the exact definition is often misinterpreted. Artificial Intelligence For Dummies provides a clear introduction to AI and how it's being used today. Inside, you'll get a clear overview of the technology, the common misconceptions surrounding it, and a fascinating look at its applications in everything from self-driving cars and drones to its contributions in the medical field. Learn about what AI has contributed to society Explore uses for AI in computer applications Discover the limits of what AI can do Find out about the history of AI The world of AI is fascinating-and this hands-on guide makes it more accessible than ever!

Record details

ISBN: 9781119467656
ISBN: 1119467586
ISBN: 9781119467588
Physical Description: 1 online resource (1 volume) : illustrations
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Publisher: [Hoboken, New Jersey] : John Wiley & Sons, [2018]

Content descriptions

General Note:	Place of publication from publisher's Web site. Date of publication from resource description page. Includes index.
Formatted Contents Note:	Part 1: Introducing AI. Introducing AI ; Defining the role of data ; Considering the use of algorithms ; Pioneering specialized hardware -- Part 2: Considering the uses of AI in society. Seeing AI uses in computer applications ; Automating common processes ; Using AI to address medical needs ; Relying on AI to improve human interaction -- Part 3: Working with software-based AI applications. Performing data analysis for AI ; Employing machine learning in AI ; Improving AI with deep learning -- Part 4: Working with AI in hardware applications. Developing robots ; Flying with drones ; Utilizing the AI-driven car -- Part 5: Considering the future of AI. Understanding the nonstarter application. Seeing AI in space ; Adding new human occupations -- Part 6: The part of tens. Ten AI-safe occupations ; Ten substantial contributions of AI to society ; Ten ways in which AI has failed.
Source of Description Note:	Online resource; title from cover (Safari, viewed September 4, 2019).