How to explain deep learning in plain English | Linux Today

How to explain deep learning in plain English

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KC
Kevin Casey
Jul 16, 2019

What is deep learning? How does it work? What is the difference between machine learning and deep learning? We break down this branch of artificial intelligence in plain terms so you can explain it – even to non-techies

KC

Kevin Casey

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