Chapter 7 - Getting to Know AI: People and Perspectives

In this chapter, the author highlights the importance of viewing AI as a community of people. They suggest familiarizing yourself with key figures in AI to gain context and understanding of concepts like "deep learning" and "neural networks." The chapter introduces Andrew Ng, a prominent AI leader associated with Stanford, Coursera, Baidu, and deeplearning.ai. Ng's contributions to the "MOOC" revolution and his popular machine learning courses are mentioned, with recommendations to explore Coursera and Ng's website for learning resources. Ng's involvement with Baidu and his focus on developing training material for deep learning is also mentioned.

Geoffrey Hinton, a renowned cognitive psychologist and computer scientist affiliated with the University of Toronto and Google, is also featured. Hinton's work on artificial neural networks and his contributions to the deep learning community are emphasized. The chapter suggests reading the book "Master Algorithm" to gain a comprehensive understanding of the advancements in AI.

Additionally, Fei-Fei Li, an Associate Professor of Computer Science at Stanford University, is briefly mentioned for her expertise in computer vision and AI applications. It is recommended to explore Li's academic page and watch related videos on YouTube.

In conclusion it is encouraged for readers to seek more information about individuals in the AI community, including leaders, engineers, startup founders, and practitioners in various fields. The importance of in-person interactions, such as attending meetups or conferences, is emphasized for inspiration and networking opportunities. There is a big emphasis on the need for more people to get involved in AI and this chapter highlights the diverse roles and expertise required in the field.

Reference - Surfing the Tsunami