Deep Learning Fundamentals with Keras

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Looking to kickstart a career in deep learning? Look no further. This course will introduce you to the field of deep learning and teach you the fundamentals. You will learn about some of the exciting applications of deep learning, the basics fo neural networks, different deep learning models, and how to build your first deep learning model using the easy yet powerful library Keras.

This course will presentsimplified explanations to some oftoday's hottest topics in data science, including:

What is deep learning?
How do neural networks learn and what are activation functions?
What are deep learning libraries and how do they compare to one another?
What are supervised and unsupervised deep learning models?
How to use Keras to build, train, and test deep learning models?

The demand fordeep learning skills-- and the job salaries of deep learning practitioners -- arecontinuing to grow, as AI becomes more pervasive in our societies. This course will help you build the knowledge you need to future-proofyour career.

What you'll learn

You will learn about exciting applications of deep learning and why it is really rewarding to learn how to leverage deep learning skills.
You will learn about neural networks and how theylearn and update their weights and biases.
You will learn about thevanishing gradient problem.
You will learn about building a regression model using the Keras library.
You will learn about building a classification model using the Keras library.
You will learn about supervised deep learning models, such as convolutional neural networks and recurrent neural networks, and how to build a convolutional neural network using the Keras library.
You will learn about unsupervised learning models such as autoencoders.

What's inside

Learning objectives

You will learn about exciting applications of deep learning and why it is really rewarding to learn how to leverage deep learning skills.
You will learn about neural networks and how theylearn and update their weights and biases.
You will learn about thevanishing gradient problem.
You will learn about building a regression model using the keras library.

You will learn about building a classification model using the keras library.
You will learn about supervised deep learning models, such as convolutional neural networks and recurrent neural networks, and how to build a convolutional neural network using the keras library.
You will learn about unsupervised learning models such as autoencoders.

You will learn about exciting applications of deep learning and why it is really rewarding to learn how to leverage deep learning skills.
You will learn about neural networks and how theylearn and update their weights and biases.
You will learn about thevanishing gradient problem.
You will learn about building a regression model using the keras library.
You will learn about building a classification model using the keras library.
You will learn about supervised deep learning models, such as convolutional neural networks and recurrent neural networks, and how to build a convolutional neural network using the keras library.
You will learn about unsupervised learning models such as autoencoders.

Syllabus

Module1 - Introduction to Deep Learning - Introduction to Deep Learning - Biological Neural Networks - Artificial Neural Networks - Forward Propagation

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Targets both beginners learning about deep learning and practitioners who wish to strengthen their foundational skills

Taught by Alex Aklson, who has experience in deep learning

Provides a comprehensive overview of deep learning concepts and techniques

Leverages the Keras library for practical implementation of deep learning models, making it accessible to beginners

Covers advanced deep learning models such as convolutional neural networks and recurrent neural networks

Offers opportunities to build and train deep learning models hands-on, fostering practical skills development

Reviews summary

Foundational deep learning with keras

According to learners, this course offers a positive and solid introduction to deep learning using Keras, particularly well-suited for absolute beginners. Students commend the clear explanations of complex topics like neural networks and backpropagation, and found the hands-on labs and practical Keras implementations highly beneficial. While it provides an excellent starting point for the field, some more experienced learners felt the course's depth remained introductory. Recent feedback indicates the publishers have addressed prior technical issues, making the code examples more current.

Recent improvements addressed previous technical and content issues.

"I noticed a few minor inconsistencies in code snippets compared to the latest Keras versions, but nothing that couldn't be figured out."

"Decent course, but some of the code examples were outdated, which led to frustration... I hope they update it soon."

"The labs were functional and reinforced learning. IBM did a great job."

Complex deep learning concepts explained with clarity.

"...The instructor explains complex topics clearly. Highly recommend!"

"The way neural networks and backpropagation were explained made so much sense. Keras implementation was straightforward."

"This course exceeded my expectations... the clear explanations, especially of vanishing gradient and activation functions, were invaluable."

Hands-on exercises and coding in Keras are highly beneficial.

"...the hands-on labs are super helpful. The instructor explains complex topics clearly."

"I loved the practical approach. Building a regression model and a classification model with Keras helped me grasp the concepts quickly."

"The hands-on part with Keras is what truly made the difference. I now feel confident to tackle more complex deep learning projects."

A strong starting point for those new to deep learning.

"Excellent course for getting started with deep learning. The content is well-structured, easy to understand..."

"Fantastic course for absolute beginners! The way neural networks and backpropagation were explained made so much sense."

"As a complete novice to Deep Learning, the clear explanations... were invaluable. The assignments were challenging yet rewarding."

Focuses on fundamentals, may be too basic for advanced learners.

"For me, with some prior ML background, it was a bit too basic. I was hoping for more challenging content and deeper insights..."

"Good introduction to deep learning using Keras... More advanced examples would have been a plus."

"The course provides a good overview but don't expect to become an expert. It's truly 'fundamentals'."

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Deep Learning Fundamentals with Keras with these activities:

Review Neural Networks

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Review the basics of neural networks before taking this course to ensure a stronger foundation and smoother learning experience.

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Identify the different types of neural networks.
Understand how neural networks learn.
Be able to apply neural networks to simple problems.

Review Deep Learning Book

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Supplement your learning by reading a book on deep learning to gain a deeper understanding of the concepts and techniques.

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Find a book on deep learning that is appropriate for your level of knowledge.
Read the book carefully and take notes.
Complete any exercises or projects that are included in the book.

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Network with other deep learning professionals to learn about new trends and opportunities in the field.

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Attend meetups and conferences related to deep learning.
Join online communities and forums dedicated to deep learning.
Reach out to deep learning professionals on LinkedIn.

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Practice Building Neural Networks

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Build several neural networks using Keras to solidify your understanding of the process and improve your skills.

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Create a simple neural network to solve a regression problem.
Create a more complex neural network to solve a classification problem.
Experiment with different neural network architectures.

Follow Tutorials on Deep Learning

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Supplement your learning by following tutorials on deep learning to gain a deeper understanding of the concepts and techniques.

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Find a tutorial on a specific deep learning topic that you are interested in.
Follow the tutorial step-by-step and complete all of the exercises.
Apply what you have learned from the tutorial to a project of your own.

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Attend a deep learning workshop to learn from experts and network with other professionals in the field.

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Find a deep learning workshop that is relevant to your interests.
Register for the workshop and pay the registration fee.
Attend the workshop and participate in all of the activities.

Mentor a Junior Deep Learning Learner

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Share your knowledge and skills with a junior deep learning learner to help them succeed in their learning journey.

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Find a junior deep learning learner who is looking for a mentor.
Set up regular meetings with your mentee to discuss their progress and provide guidance.
Answer your mentee's questions and provide feedback on their work.

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