Understanding Deep Learning with Simon Prince

Episode 11,   Dec 12, 2023, 05:15 AM

In this month's Paper Club Podcast, host Rafael Herrera and co-host Dr. Tom Heseltine discuss deep learning with Professor Simon Prince, author of "Understanding Deep Learning," covering AI ethics and the technical challenges in the field.

This month’s episode of the Paper Club Podcast, host Rafael Herrera is joined by special guest co-host Dr. Tom Heseltine, Deeper Insights’ Chief Technical Officer. On this special show, we are talking to Professor Simon Prince, an authority in deep learning, who literally wrote a book on the subject. We discuss his newly released book “Understanding Deep Learning” while delving into the complex world of deep learning, exploring its mechanisms, the phenomenon of double descent, and the balancing act of network depth and capacity. The discussion also touches on AI ethics, the impact of AI advancements, and the responsibilities of engineers in this rapidly evolving field.

We're grateful to have had Simon Prince on our podcast. To discover more about his work and insights, visit his platforms:

Purchase 'Understanding Deep Learning' by Simon Prince wherever books are sold:
https://mitpress.mit.edu/9780262048644/understanding-deep-learning/   

For student and instructor resources, including Python Notebooks, visit his website:
www.udlbook.com

Follow him on X: 
@SimonPrinceAI

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