Optimization for Machine Learning

Gradient methods, stochastic optimization and the training dynamics of large models.

AI-310 Year 3 3 credits 5 lessons planned

Offered by HSM University · Artificial Intelligence

Course content

  1. 1Gradient descent and convergenceComing
  2. 2Stochastic gradient methodsComing
  3. 3Momentum, Adam and adaptive methodsComing
  4. 4Constrained and convex optimizationComing
  5. 5Non-convex landscapes and training dynamicsComing

Requirements

Recommended background. You can start any course at any time.

Description

Gradient methods, stochastic optimization and the training dynamics of large models.

Part of the Science stream, typically taken in year 3.