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[Featured Image] A person sits at a laptop learning about hidden layers in neural networks during an online course.

What Is a Hidden Layer in a Neural Network?

Uncover the hidden layers inside neural networks and learn what happens in between the input and output, with specific examples from convolutional, recurrent, and generative adversarial neural networks.

April 10, 2024

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[Featured Image] A programmer sits at a desk and uses a laptop application that includes lexical analysis.

What Is Lexical Analysis?

Lexical analysis is the first step of text processing used in many artificial intelligence algorithms. Learn why this process is a key step in natural language processing, allowing machines to understand human text more effectively.

April 10, 2024

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[Featured Image] Two tech employees in an office discuss using a masked language model.

Understanding NLP Algorithms: The Masked Language Model

Expand your understanding of natural language processing (NLP) with exciting algorithms such as masked language models. Plus, discover how different models compare and where you might have seen masked language modeling in action.

April 10, 2024

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[Featured image] A young person sits at a laptop and participates in a video chat with a mentor explaining how to become a data analyst without a degree.

How to Become a Data Analyst Without a Degree

Learn how to become a data analyst without a degree, including the type of work you'll do, the skills you need, and what it takes to progress in your career.

April 10, 2024

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[Featured Image] A scientist in a lab uses a tablet to look at neural networks and identify chemical compounds.

Neural Network Examples, Applications, and Use Cases

Discover neural network examples like self-driving cars and automatic content moderation, as well as a description of technologies powered by neural networks, like computer vision and speech recognition.

April 10, 2024

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