Linear algebra is used a lot in artificial intelligence due to the use of matrices. You can represent a neural network using matrices, which vastly reduces the processing time required to run machine learning algorithms. To know how these algorithms work, you really need to be able to understand the math as well as how they are used within the algorithm.

Site Update

Site Update

You might have noticed that the site and the associated YouTube channel have been a little quiet since the end of summer. Since then, I have been substitute teaching at the elementary level. This is an exhausting role, but a useful one. Society, and schools in particular, need subs in order to keep moving forward….

Book Review: Developing IoT Projects With ESP32

Book Review: Developing IoT Projects With ESP32

Author:  Vedat Ozan OnerPublisher:  PacktPublication Date:  September 13, 2021Publication LinkPrerequisites: Electrical engineering knowledge VERY helpful Disclaimer: The publisher sent me a copy of this book for review. I promise that everything said here is my own opinion regardless. All reviews at the Cross Trained Mind are open and honest. About This Book This book goes into detail on…

Book Review: Exploring GPT-3

Book Review: Exploring GPT-3

Author:  Steve TingirisPublisher:  PacktPublication Date:  August 27, 2021Publication LinkPrerequisites: Nothing Disclaimer: The publisher sent me a copy of this book for review. I promise that everything said here is my own opinion regardless. All reviews at the Cross Trained Mind are open and honest. About This Book This book looks into how GPT-3 and how to interact with…

Book Review: Modern Cryptography for Cybersecurity Professionals

Book Review: Modern Cryptography for Cybersecurity Professionals

Author:  Lisa BockPublisher:  PacktPublication Date:  June 11, 2021Publication LinkPrerequisites: A devious mind Disclaimer: The publisher sent me a copy of this book for review. I promise that everything said here is my own opinion regardless. All reviews at the Cross Trained Mind are open and honest. About This Book This is a high-level introductory book on cryptography. It…

Book Review: Python Object-Oriented Programming, 4th Ed

Book Review: Python Object-Oriented Programming, 4th Ed

Authors:  Steven F. Lott and Dusty PhillipsPublisher:  PacktPublication Date:  July 2, 2021Publication LinkPrerequisites: Beginning Python Disclaimer: The publisher sent me a copy of this book for review. I promise that everything said here is my own opinion regardless. All reviews at the Cross Trained Mind are open and honest. About This Book There are many programming paradigms, but…