Why Machines Learn

'An invaluable companion for anyone who wants a deep understanding of what’s under the hood of often inscrutable machines' - Melanie Mitchell. This book offers a rich, narrative explanation of the mathematics that underpins machine learning and the ongoing explosion of artificial intelligence. Machine-learning systems now make significant decisions in various fields like finance, healthcare, and scientific discovery. The book discusses how a revolution based on simple mathematics is ongoing and highlights the importance of understanding both natural and artificial intelligence through these mathematical principles. Ananthaswamy emphasizes that to leverage our technologies effectively, we must also recognize their limitations, which are illuminated by the underlying mathematics.