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Umberto Michelucci ... 431 pages - Publisher: Apress; (September, 2018) ... Language: English - AmazonSIN: B07H6D9NQ8.
Work with advanced topics in deep learning, such as optimization algorithms, hyper-parameter tuning, dropout, and error analysis as well as strategies to address typical problems encountered when training deep neural networks. You’ll begin by studying the activation functions mostly with a single neuron (ReLu, sigmoid, and Swish), seeing how to perform linear and logistic regression using TensorFlow, and choosing the right cost function. The next section talks about more complicated neural network architectures with several layers and neurons and explores the problem of random initialization of weights. An entire chapter is dedicated to a complete overview of neural network error analysis, giving examples of solving problems originating from variance, bias, overfitting, and datasets coming from different distributions. Applied Deep Learning also discusses how to implement logistic regression completely from scratch without using any Python library except NumPy, to let you appreciate how libraries such as TensorFlow allow quick and efficient experiments. Case studies for each method are included to put into practice all theoretical information. You’ll discover tips and tricks for writing optimized Python code (for example vectorizing loops with NumPy).

What You Will Learn: Implement advanced techniques in the right way in Python and TensorFlow + Debug and optimize advanced methods (such as dropout and regularization) + Carry out error analysis (to realize if one has a bias problem, a variance problem, a data offset problem, and so on) + Set up a machine learning project focused on deep learning on a complex dataset. Who This Book Is For: Readers with a medium understanding of machine learning, linear algebra, calculus, and basic Python programming.

Lisa Oberbroeckling ... 296 pages - Publisher: Academic Press; (June, 2020) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 0128177993 - ISBN-13: 978-0128177990.

Providing an alternative to engineering-focused resources in the area, Programming Mathematics Using MATLAB® introduces the basics of programming and of using MATLAB® by highlighting many mathematical examples. Emphasizing mathematical concepts through the visualization of programming throughout the book, this useful resource utilizes examples that may be familiar to math students (such as numerical integration) and others that may be new (such as fractals). Additionally, the text uniquely offers a variety of MATLAB® projects, all of which have been class-tested thoroughly, and which enable students to put MATLAB® programming into practice while expanding their comprehension of concepts such as Taylor polynomials and the Gram–Schmidt process. Programming Mathematics Using MATLAB® is appropriate for readers familiar with sophomore-level mathematics (vectors, matrices, multivariable calculus), and is useful for math courses focused on MATLAB® specifically and those focused on mathematical concepts which seek to utilize MATLAB® in the classroom.

Rick Durrett ... 430 pages - Publisher: Cambridge Univ. Press; 5th edition (May, 2019) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 1108473687 - ISBN-13: 978-1108473682.

This lively introduction to measure-theoretic probability theory covers laws of large numbers, central limit theorems, random walks, martingales, Markov chains, ergodic theorems, and Brownian motion. Concentrating on results that are the most useful for applications, this comprehensive treatment is a rigorous graduate text and reference. Operating under the philosophy that the best way to learn probability is to see it in action, the book contains extended examples that apply the theory to concrete applications. This fifth edition contains a new chapter on multidimensional Brownian motion and its relationship to partial differential equations (PDEs), an advanced topic that is finding new applications. Setting the foundation for this expansion, Chapter 7 now features a proof of Itô's formula. Key exercises that previously were simply proofs left to the reader have been directly inserted into the text as lemmas. The new edition re-instates discussion about the central limit theorem for martingales and stationary sequences.

Nilanjan Dey, Sanjeev Wagh, Parikshit N. Mahalle, Mohd. Shafi Pathan ... 243 pages - Publisher: CRC Press; (May, 2019) ... Language: English - AmazonSIN: B07S4BVPSL.

The book focuses on how machine learning and the Internet of Things (IoT) has empowered the advancement of information driven arrangements including key concepts and advancements. Ontologies that are used in heterogeneous IoT environments have been discussed including interpretation, context awareness, analyzing various data sources, machine learning algorithms and intelligent services and applications. Further, it includes unsupervised and semi-supervised machine learning techniques with study of semantic analysis and thorough analysis of reviews. Divided into sections such as machine learning, security, IoT and data mining, the concepts are explained with practical implementation including results.

Key Features: Follows an algorithmic approach for data analysis in machine learning + Introduces machine learning methods in applications + Address the emerging issues in computing such as deep learning, machine learning, Internet of Things and data analytics + Focuses on machine learning techniques namely unsupervised and semi-supervised for unseen and seen data sets + Case studies are covered relating to human health, transportation and Internet applications

Mykel J. Kochenderfer, Tim A. Wheeler ... 520 pages - Publisher: The MIT Press; (March, 2019) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 0262039427 - ISBN-13: 978-0262039420.

A comprehensive introduction to optimization with a focus on practical algorithms for the design of engineering systems: This book offers a comprehensive introduction to optimization with a focus on practical algorithms. The book approaches optimization from an engineering perspective, where the objective is to design a system that optimizes a set of metrics subject to constraints. Readers will learn about computational approaches for a range of challenges, including searching high-dimensional spaces, handling problems where there are multiple competing objectives, and accommodating uncertainty in the metrics. Figures, examples, and exercises convey the intuition behind the mathematical approaches. The text provides concrete implementations in the Julia programming language. Topics covered include derivatives and their generalization to multiple dimensions; local descent and first- and second-order methods that inform local descent; stochastic methods, which introduce randomness into the optimization process; linear constrained optimization, when both the objective function and the constraints are linear; surrogate models, probabilistic surrogate models, and using probabilistic surrogate models to guide optimization; optimization under uncertainty; uncertainty propagation; expression optimization; and multidisciplinary design optimization. Appendixes offer an introduction to the Julia language, test functions for evaluating algorithm performance, and mathematical concepts used in the derivation and analysis of the optimization methods discussed in the text. The book can be used by advanced undergraduates and graduate students in mathematics, statistics, computer science, any engineering field, (including electrical engineering and aerospace engineering), and operations research, and as a reference for professionals.

Robert Yori, Marcus Kim, Lance Kirby ... 1104 pages - Publisher: Sybex; (December, 2019) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 1119570123 - ISBN-13: 978-1119570127.

The best-selling Revit guide, now more complete than ever with all-new coverage on the 2020 release: Mastering Autodesk Revit 2020 is packed with focused discussions, detailed exercises, and real-world examples to help you get up to speed quickly on the latest version of Autodesk Revit. Organized according to how you learn and implement the software, this book provides expert guidance for all skill levels. Hands-on tutorials allow you to dive right in and start accomplishing vital tasks, while compelling examples illustrate how Revit for Architecture is used in every project. Available online downloads include before-and-after tutorial files and additional advanced content to help you quickly master this powerful software. From basic interface topics to advanced visualization techniques and documentation, this invaluable guide is your ideal companion through the Revit workflow. Whether you're preparing for Autodesk certification exams or just want to become more productive with the architectural design software, practical exercises and expert instruction will get you where you need to be. Understand key BIM and Revit concepts and master the Revit interface. Delve into templates, work-sharing, and managing Revit projects. Master modeling and massing, the Family Editor, and visualization techniques. Explore documentation, including annotation, detailing, and complex structures. BIM software has become a mandatory asset in today's architecture field; automated documentation updates reduce errors while saving time and money, and Autodesk's Revit is the industry leader in the BIM software space.