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Understanding Artificial Intelligence

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Learn the basic concepts of Artificial Intelligence, such as machine learning, deep learning, NLP, generative AI, and more.

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Explore the basics of Artificial Intelligence

AI is transforming our economy, media, industries, and society. Designed for beginners with no coding knowledge required, gain a straightforward introduction to the world of AI.

You’ll demystify common AI buzzwords—machine learning, deep learning, generative AI, etc.—in a way that is easy to understand and apply.

Overview of AI applications

We'll journey through AI's practical applications in daily life, discover how organizations can integrate AI, and discuss the societal impact arising from AI's relentless advancement. We’ll explore also tasks that AI can solve, from helping run traffic more smoothly to optimizing booking systems.

Upon completion, you'll have a comprehensive understanding of AI's capabilities and its influence on society​.
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  1. 1

    What is Artificial Intelligence (AI)?

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    Get started with your journey into AI! Artificial Intelligence has rapidly shifted from a purely scientific subject to an umbrella field whose applications and uses are countless as of today, be it in business, industry, or simply as part of our daily lives. You will learn what is AI, what types of problems can be solved using AI, and what are its current limitations. You will also gain a broad understanding of the subareas within AI and its related disciplines.

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    What is Artificial Intelligence?
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    The potential of Artificial Intelligence
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    An AI workflow in medicine
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    What AI can -and cannot- do?
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    Predictive vs Generative AI
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    AI for smarter traffic lights
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    Areas and related disciplines of AI
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    Understanding AI subdomains
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    A smart farming scenario!
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    Tasks AI can solve

    What are the core functions of AI systems and the possibilities each of its areas has to offer? Where does the data that fuels AI systems come from, and how do techniques like machine learning make use of data to solve a variety of problems? This chapter answers these questions and more, unveiling how different forms of AI can acquire data, learn from the data, and interact with its surroundings- be it the physical or digital environment.

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    Harnessing AI in Organizations

    Get ready to plunge into the exciting world of AI in business and enterprise! This chapter uncovers the fundamental concepts, guidelines, and best practices to build or become an AI-driven organization. Whether it is for equipping your products, services, and projects with a touch of intelligence, or revolutionizing operational processes within your organization, by the end of this chapter, you will understand the essential elements to embrace this technology: from culture to data and infrastructure, to building teams of talented AI professionals. You'll also learn about challenges that may appear along the way and examples of success stories from big companies that learned to make AI a central aspect of their brand.

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    The human side of AI

    As our thrilling AI journey comes to an end, we delve into the profound connection between AI and its impact on humanity and society. We will explore subjects like AI democratization and responsible AI, encompassing ethics, interpretability, fairness, and safety – all crucial aspects for cultivating AI systems that positively influence our lives. Lastly, we cast our gaze towards the horizon, outlining the exciting prospects and challenges AI presents in shaping a sustainable future.

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Dr. Iván Palomares is passionate about education and AI. He has taught AI and Machine Learning at top universities, business schools, global conferences, and summer schools. His research spans personalized recommender systems, reinforcement learning, and generative AI, with contributions to industry projects. As an academic leader, Iván has directed and designed postgraduate programs in machine learning, analytics, and data science for international business schools.
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  • Claudia V.
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    Understanding Artificial Intelligence

  • Austin G.
    10 days

    This course provides a good introductory overview of the current state of AI in practice and the accompanying ethical and societal issues.

  • Andrew N.
    26 days

    The course was extremely amazing , and gained more knowledge about computer software that mimics how humans think in order to perform tasks such as reasoning, learning, and analyzing information. Machine learning.

  • Divyesh G.
    28 days

    Amazing Lectures. I appreciate your teaching style. Your speech was clear to understand easily.

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"Understanding Artificial Intelligence"

Claudia V.

"This course provides a good introductory overview of the current state of AI in practice and the accompanying ethical and societal issues."

Austin G.

"The course was extremely amazing , and gained more knowledge about computer software that mimics how humans think in order to perform tasks such as reasoning, learning, and analyzing information. Machine learning."

Andrew N.

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