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CNN

Convolutional Neural Network.

Definition

Convolutional Neural Network. A type of neural network specifically designed for processing grid-like data such as images. Uses filters that slide across the input to detect features like edges, textures, and shapes. Dominated computer vision before Vision Transformers (ViT) appeared.

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The field of AI focused on enabling machines to interpret and understand visual information from images and video.

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An optimization algorithm that combines the best parts of two other methods — AdaGrad and RMSProp.

AGI

Artificial General Intelligence.

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The research field focused on making sure AI systems do what humans actually want them to do.

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