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8 Most Controversial Terms in AI, Explained
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Join our course, "8 Most Controversial Terms in AI, Explained," designed for everyone interested in artificial intelligence. Whether you're a c-suite executive, a software engineer, a curious parent, or an engaged amateur, this course requires no technical background.
It promises to leave you much better informed about the crucial and contentious terms in AI.
Explore eight key terms in AI that are often used with the assumption that everyone understands them. Each term has a complex history and significant implications for both practitioners and enthusiasts.
You'll delve into questions like what 'stochastic parrot' truly means, whether large language models (LLMs) are simply parrots, if language models actually 'reason,' and whether the concept of 'emergent behaviors' has already been debunked.
Additionally, you'll understand why 'open source' is being replaced with 'open weights' and the meaning behind 'artificial general intelligence'.
Challenge yourself to complete this short 3-5 hour course and acquire a nuanced understanding of crucial AI debates.
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