Deep learning is a subset of machine learning that structures algorithms in layers to create an "artificial neural network" that can learn and make intelligent decisions on its own.
Key Components of Deep Learning
- Neural Networks: The building blocks of deep learning, consisting of layers of interconnected nodes or "neurons."
- Layers: Layers in a neural network can be input, hidden, or output layers, each performing different tasks in the learning process.
- Weights and Biases: Weights are the parameters that adjust the strength of connections between neurons, while biases are constants that shift the activation function output.
Deep Learning Applications
- Image Recognition: Used in self-driving cars, medical imaging, and more.
- Natural Language Processing (NLP): Powers language translation, sentiment analysis, and chatbots.
- Speech Recognition: Enables voice assistants like Siri and Alexa.
Neural Network Diagram
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