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10 Books to Read to Master AI

  • The Connected
  • Dec 16, 2023
  • 2 min read

Updated: Dec 16, 2023





There are plenty of excellent books on artificial intelligence (AI) that cater to different levels of expertise and interests. Here's a list of 10 recommended books to help you learn about AI:


  1. "Artificial Intelligence: A Modern Approach" by Stuart Russell and Peter Norvig - This is a comprehensive textbook widely used in AI courses. It covers a broad range of AI topics and provides a solid foundation for understanding the field.

  2. "Life 3.0: Being Human in the Age of Artificial Intelligence" by Max Tegmark - Tegmark explores the future implications of AI and its impact on humanity, covering ethical and existential questions.

  3. "Superintelligence: Paths, Dangers, Strategies" by Nick Bostrom - Bostrom delves into the potential risks and challenges associated with the development of superintelligent AI and offers strategies to address them.

  4. "Artificial Intelligence: Foundations of Computational Agents" by David L. Poole and Alan K. Mackworth - This is a free online textbook that provides a solid introduction to the fundamental concepts and techniques in AI.

  5. 5. "AI: A Very Short Introduction" by Margaret A. Boden - Part of the "Very Short Introductions" series, this book gives a concise overview of the history, current state, and future directions of AI.

  6. "Artificial Intelligence: A Guide for Thinking Humans" by Melanie Mitchell - Mitchell offers a nuanced and ccessible perspective on AI, addressing both its achievements and limitations.

  7. "Human Compatible: Artificial Intelligence and the Problem of Control" by Stuart Russell - Russell explores the importance of aligning AI systems with human values and discusses the challenges of creating AI that is compatible with human goals.



8. "AI Superpowers: China, Silicon Valley, and the New World Order" by Kai- Fu Lee - Lee, a prominent figure in the AI community, provides insights into the global AI landscape and the competition between China and the United States.


9. "Machine Learning Yearning" by Andrew Ng - Although not a traditional book, this is a valuable resource written by one of the leading figures in machine learning. It provides practical advice for building and deploying machine learning systems.


10. "The Master Algorithm: How the Quest for the Ultimate Learning Machine Will Remake Our World" by Pedro Domingos - Domingos explores the idea of a universal learning algorithm and its potential impact on our society.



Remember that the field of AI is dynamic, and new books may have been published since my last update. Always check for the latest releases and reviews for the most up-to-date information.



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