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Artificial intelligence and soft computing for beginners

By: Material type: TextTextPublication details: Shroff Publishers 2023 MumbaiEdition: 4th edDescription: 617 p. : ill. Includes bibliographical referencesISBN:
  • 9789355428813
Subject(s): DDC classification:
  • 006.3 B4A7
Summary: Unveiling the Dynamics of Artificial Intelligence - Connecting Theory to Real-World Impact In an age where technology is reshaping our world, the study of Artificial Intelligence (AI) stands as an entrancing endeavor, fueling curiosity and innovation. Artificial Intelligence and Soft Computing for Beginners' is a comprehensive journey through the intriguing domains that underpin AI's foundation. This meticulously crafted book caters to a diverse audience, spanning B.Tech students in Computer Science, Information Technology, and related fields, as well as BSc, MSc, BCA, and MCA scholars seeking profound insights into AI’s intricacies. Propositional and Predicate Logic: The Language of Systematic Thought The book commences with a profound exploration of propositional and predicate logic, the very languages that drive computational thought. These logical frameworks empower AI systems to navigate complex decisions, serving as the underpinning for their information processing capabilities. Notably, the book bridges theory to real life by revealing the applications of logic in automated reasoning, database management, and intelligent system design. Reasoning Under Uncertainty: Navigating the Unknown with Confidence The chapter dedicated to reasoning under uncertainty shines a light on AI’s prowess in handling ambiguity and unpredictability. Through the lens of probabilistic models, Bayesian networks, and decision theories, readers gain an appreciation of how AI harnesses the power of probability to inform decisions. The book's modern applications in fields such as medical diagnostics and financial forecasting vividly depict how AI empowers us to make informed choices amidst uncertainty. Searching Mechanisms: Navigating the Ocean of Information In a world flooded with data, the art of effective search mechanisms takes centre stage. This section immerses readers in the algorithms and strategies AI employs to unearth relevant insights from vast datasets. Significantly, real-world examples showcase the book's commitment to bridging theory and practice, illuminating how these mechanisms drive information retrieval, route optimization, and complex problem-solving Fuzzy Logic: Embracing Nuance and Granularity The human thought process is often nuanced and grey, a trait mirrored in fuzzy logic. This chapter untangles the intricacies of handling imprecise data, "enabling AI systems to make decisions based on varying degrees of truth. Modern applications illustrate how fuzzy logic permeates domains such as control systems and image processing, illustrating AI’s ability to emulate human-like reasoning. Artificial Neural Networks: The Architecture of Learning Artificial Neural Networks (ANNs) draw inspiration from the human brain and form a cornerstone of machine learning. Readers journey through perceptron, "feedforward networks, and the transformative realm of deep learning. Real-world applications, from image recognition to natural language processing, are deftly interwoven into the book's fabric, highlighting AI's capacity to emulate human cognitive processes. Soft Computing Mechanisms: Approximation and Optimization The power of soft computing techniques, such as genetic algorithms and swarm intelligence, comes to life in this chapter. The book aptly demonstrates these tools’ versatility and their modern-day applications in areas ranging from resource allocation to financial modelling. Natural Language Processing: Bridging Human and Machine Communication Natural Language Processing (NLP) represents AI’s bridge to human interaction. The chapter vividly showcases the intricacies of understanding and generating language, illuminating AI’s role in chatbots, sentiment analysis, language translation, and extracting valuable insights from textual data. "Artificial Intelligence and Soft Computing for Beginners" is not just a textbook; it's a conduit to bridging theoretical concepts with tangible societal contributions. By offering an array of modern applications, this book empowers readers to correlate their knowledge with real-world solutions, thereby inspiring them to harness the transformative potential of AI for the betterment of society at large. https://www.shroffpublishers.com/books/9789355428813/
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Unveiling the Dynamics of Artificial Intelligence - Connecting Theory to Real-World Impact

In an age where technology is reshaping our world, the study of Artificial Intelligence (AI) stands as an entrancing endeavor, fueling curiosity and innovation. Artificial Intelligence and Soft Computing for Beginners' is a comprehensive journey through the intriguing domains that underpin AI's foundation. This meticulously crafted book caters to a diverse audience, spanning B.Tech students in Computer Science, Information Technology, and related fields, as well as BSc, MSc, BCA, and MCA scholars seeking profound insights into AI’s intricacies.

Propositional and Predicate Logic: The Language of Systematic Thought

The book commences with a profound exploration of propositional and predicate logic, the very languages that drive computational thought. These logical frameworks empower AI systems to navigate complex decisions, serving as the underpinning for their information processing capabilities. Notably, the book bridges theory to real life by revealing the applications of logic in automated reasoning, database management, and intelligent system design.

Reasoning Under Uncertainty: Navigating the Unknown with Confidence

The chapter dedicated to reasoning under uncertainty shines a light on AI’s prowess in handling ambiguity and unpredictability. Through the lens of probabilistic models, Bayesian networks, and decision theories, readers gain an appreciation of how AI harnesses the power of probability to inform decisions. The book's modern applications in fields such as medical diagnostics and financial forecasting vividly depict how AI empowers us to make informed choices amidst uncertainty.

Searching Mechanisms: Navigating the Ocean of Information

In a world flooded with data, the art of effective search mechanisms takes centre stage. This section immerses readers in the algorithms and strategies AI employs to unearth relevant insights from vast datasets. Significantly, real-world examples showcase the book's commitment to bridging theory and practice, illuminating how these mechanisms drive information retrieval, route optimization, and complex problem-solving

Fuzzy Logic: Embracing Nuance and Granularity

The human thought process is often nuanced and grey, a trait mirrored in fuzzy logic. This chapter untangles the intricacies of handling imprecise data, "enabling AI systems to make decisions based on varying degrees of truth. Modern applications illustrate how fuzzy logic permeates domains such as control systems and image processing, illustrating AI’s ability to emulate human-like reasoning.

Artificial Neural Networks: The Architecture of Learning

Artificial Neural Networks (ANNs) draw inspiration from the human brain and form a cornerstone of machine learning. Readers journey through perceptron, "feedforward networks, and the transformative realm of deep learning. Real-world applications, from image recognition to natural language processing, are deftly interwoven into the book's fabric, highlighting AI's capacity to emulate human cognitive processes.

Soft Computing Mechanisms: Approximation and Optimization

The power of soft computing techniques, such as genetic algorithms and swarm intelligence, comes to life in this chapter. The book aptly demonstrates these tools’ versatility and their modern-day applications in areas ranging from resource allocation to financial modelling.

Natural Language Processing: Bridging Human and Machine Communication

Natural Language Processing (NLP) represents AI’s bridge to human interaction. The chapter vividly showcases the intricacies of understanding and generating language, illuminating AI’s role in chatbots, sentiment analysis, language translation, and extracting valuable insights from textual data.

"Artificial Intelligence and Soft Computing for Beginners" is not just a textbook; it's a conduit to bridging theoretical concepts with tangible societal contributions. By offering an array of modern applications, this book empowers readers to correlate their knowledge with real-world solutions, thereby inspiring them to harness the transformative potential of AI for the betterment of society at large.


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