Paradigms of Artificial Intelligence Programming
Dive into 'Paradigms of Artificial Intelligence Programming' by Peter Norvig, a treasure trove for aspiring AI enthusiasts and seasoned programmers alike. This compelling guide unveils the foundational principles of AI through innovative programming paradigms, inspiring readers to rethink how they approach problem-solving. With a blend of theoretical insight and practical examples, Norvig expertly illuminates the intricacies of Lisp and beyond. Discover how to harness the power of algorithms, data structures, and intelligent processing in your own projects. Are you ready to unlock the secrets of AI programming and elevate your coding skills to new heights?
By Peter Norvig
Published: 1992
""In the pursuit of building intelligent systems, the journey of understanding the principles of computation itself unveils the intricate dance of logic and creativity that defines both machines and the human mind.""
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Paradigms of AI Programming is the first text to teach advanced Common Lisp techniques in the context of building major AI systems. By reconstructing authentic, complex AI programs using state-of-the-art Common Lisp, the book teaches students and professionals how to build and debug robust practical programs, while demonstrating superior programming style and important AI concepts. The author strongly emphasizes the practical performance issues involved in writing real working programs of significant size. Chapters on troubleshooting and efficiency are included, along with a discussion of the fundamentals of object-oriented programming and a description of the main CLOS functions. This volume is an excellent text for a course on AI programming, a useful supplement for general AI courses and an indispensable reference for the professional programmer.
About the Author
Peter Norvig
Peter Norvig is an accomplished computer scientist and author, renowned for his work in artificial intelligence and machine learning. Currently the Director of Research at Google, Norvig has co-authored the influential textbook "Artificial Intelligence: A Modern Approach" with Stuart Russell, which is widely used in academia and considered a seminal work in the field. He is also known for his writings on programming, including "Paradigms of Artificial Intelligence Programming: Case Studies in Common Lisp." Norvig's writing style is characterized by clarity and accessibility, making complex topics understandable for a broad audience.
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- Authors
- Peter Norvig
- Published
- January 1992
- Publisher
- Morgan Kaufmann
- ISBN
- 1558601910
- Language
- English
- Pages
- 980
- Genres
- Software DevelopmentArtificial IntelligenceTechnology
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