{"title":"Melanie Mitchell","description":"\u003cp\u003eMelanie Mitchell is a renowned computer scientist and educator known for her accessible and insightful writing on complex subjects, especially focusing on artificial intelligence (AI). Her work demystifies the intricate world of AI, making it understandable and engaging for readers from all backgrounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of her most notable books, \u003cem\u003eArtificial Intelligence: A Guide for Thinking Humans\u003c\/em\u003e, offers a comprehensive yet easy-to-follow exploration of AI, covering its history, current state, and the ethical questions it raises. Mitchell blends technical explanations with thought-provoking analysis, ensuring that readers gain both knowledge and a deeper understanding of the impact of AI technology on society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're an AI enthusiast, a student, or simply curious about the topic, Melanie Mitchell's books provide a valuable and refreshing perspective on this rapidly evolving field.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"artificial-intelligence","title":"Artificial Intelligence","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eArtificial Intelligence\u003c\/i\u003e by Melanie Mitchell offers an insightful and engaging journey into the heart of one of the most fascinating and rapidly advancing fields of our time. Bridging the gap between complex scientific concepts and everyday understanding, Mitchell's book delves into the inner workings of AI, presenting cutting-edge research and real-world applications in a manner that is both accessible and thought-provoking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe narrative unfolds seamlessly, exploring the history and evolution of artificial intelligence, from its early theoretical foundations to the sophisticated technologies that shape our present. Through a series of illustrative examples and compelling anecdotes, Mitchell examines the achievements and limitations of modern AI systems, addressing pivotal questions about their capabilities and their potential impact on human society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNo recent scientific enterprise has been as intriguing, daunting, or fraught with both promise and setbacks as artificial intelligence. How intelligent are the best of today's AI programs? To what extent can we entrust them with decisions that affect our lives? How human-like do we expect them to become, and how soon do we need to worry about them surpassing us in most, if not all, human endeavours?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom a leading AI researcher and award-winning author, \u003ci\u003eArtificial Intelligence\u003c\/i\u003e provides a knowledgeable and captivating account of contemporary AI. Flavoured with personal stories and a twist of humour, the book illuminates the workings of machines that mimic human learning, perception, language, creativity, and common sense. Weaving together advances in AI with cognitive science and philosophy, Mitchell probes the extent to which today's 'smart' machines can actually think or understand. She explores whether AI requires such elusive human qualities in order to be reliable, trustworthy, and beneficial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eArtificial Intelligence: A Guide for Thinking Humans\u003c\/i\u003e offers readers an accessible, entertaining, and clear-eyed view of the AI landscape, what the field has actually accomplished, how much further it has to go, and what it means for all of our futures. Whether you are an AI enthusiast, a sceptic, or simply curious about the technological advancements that are transforming our world, this book provides a comprehensive and thought-provoking exploration of artificial intelligence and its implications for humanity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45691490926828,"sku":"9780241404836","price":21.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780241404836.jpg?v=1725545701"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/melanie-mitchell.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}