What is AI? A Quick-Start Guide For Beginners
A Deep Dive into Artificial Intelligence 1. What is Artificial Intelligence? At its core, AI is the branch of computer science that aims to create machines capable of intelligent behavior. Unlike traditional software, which follows fixed instructions, AI is designed to mimic human cognition—learning, adapting, and making decisions autonomously. 2. Key Components of AI A. Machine Learning (ML) Machine Learning is a subset of AI where algorithms learn from data. Instead of programming explicit rules, ML models “learn” patterns from data and use these patterns to make predictions or decisions. Core Types of ML: Supervised Learning : The model is trained using labeled data (input-output pairs). Once trained, it can predict the output for new data. Example: Spam detection in emails. Unsupervised Learning : The model tries to find patterns in data without any labeled outputs. Example: Customer segmentation for targeted marketing. Reinforcement Learning : The model learns by interacting...
