Deep Learning Workshop

DEEP LEARNING WORKSHOP

The Deep Learning Workshop

Take a hands-on approach to understanding deep learning and build smart applications that can recognize images and interpret text Key Features Understand how to implement deep learning with TensorFlow and Keras Learn the fundamentals of computer vision and image recognition Study the architecture of different neural networks Book Description Are you fascinated by how deep learning powers intelligent applications such as self-driving cars, virtual assistants, facial recognition devices, and chatbots to process data and solve complex problems? Whether you are familiar with machine learning or are new to this domain, The Deep Learning Workshop will make it easy for you to understand deep learning with the help of interesting examples and exercises throughout. The book starts by highlighting the relationship between deep learning, machine learning, and artificial intelligence and helps you get comfortable with the TensorFlow 2.0 programming structure using hands-on exercises. You'll understand neural networks, the structure of a perceptron, and how to use TensorFlow to create and train models. The book will then let you explore the fundamentals of computer vision by performing image recognition exercises with convolutional neural networks (CNNs) using Keras. As you advance, you'll be able to make your model more powerful by implementing text embedding and sequencing the data using popular deep learning solutions. Finally, you'll get to grips with bidirectional recurrent neural networks (RNNs) and build generative adversarial networks (GANs) for image synthesis. By the end of this deep learning book, you'll have learned the skills essential for building deep learning models with TensorFlow and Keras. What you will learn Understand how deep learning, machine learning, and artificial intelligence are different Develop multilayer deep neural networks with TensorFlow Implement deep neural networks for multiclass classification using Keras Train CNN models for image recognition Handle sequence data and use it in conjunction with RNNs Build a GAN to generate high-quality synthesized images Who this book is for If you are interested in machine learning and want to create and train deep learning models using TensorFlow and Keras, this workshop is for you. A solid understanding of Python and its packages, along with basic machine learning concepts, will help you to learn the topics quickly.

The The Reinforcement Learning Workshop

Start with the basics of reinforcement learning and explore deep learning concepts such as deep Q-learning, deep recurrent Q-networks, and policy-based methods with this practical guide Key FeaturesUse TensorFlow to write reinforcement learning agents for performing challenging tasksLearn how to solve finite Markov decision problemsTrain models to understand popular video games like BreakoutBook Description Various intelligent applications such as video games, inventory management software, warehouse robots, and translation tools use reinforcement learning (RL) to make decisions and perform actions that maximize the probability of the desired outcome. This book will help you to get to grips with the techniques and the algorithms for implementing RL in your machine learning models. Starting with an introduction to RL, you’ll be guided through different RL environments and frameworks. You’ll learn how to implement your own custom environments and use OpenAI baselines to run RL algorithms. Once you’ve explored classic RL techniques such as Dynamic Programming, Monte Carlo, and TD Learning, you’ll understand when to apply the different deep learning methods in RL and advance to deep Q-learning. The book will even help you understand the different stages of machine-based problem-solving by using DARQN on a popular video game Breakout. Finally, you’ll find out when to use a policy-based method to tackle an RL problem. By the end of The Reinforcement Learning Workshop, you’ll be equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to solve challenging problems using reinforcement learning. What you will learnUse OpenAI Gym as a framework to implement RL environmentsFind out how to define and implement reward functionExplore Markov chain, Markov decision process, and the Bellman equationDistinguish between Dynamic Programming, Monte Carlo, and Temporal Difference LearningUnderstand the multi-armed bandit problem and explore various strategies to solve itBuild a deep Q model network for playing the video game BreakoutWho this book is for If you are a data scientist, machine learning enthusiast, or a Python developer who wants to learn basic to advanced deep reinforcement learning algorithms, this workshop is for you. A basic understanding of the Python language is necessary.