Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming our lives, from workplace to home, from jobs to recreation. In this time of rapid change, how can you stay relevant and not be left behind? This book gives you the knowledge needed to understand what is happening in the AI world, what future jobs will look like, and what upcoming trends and products you can expect.

Through this book, you will:

• Learn the core technologies of AI today and the historical context behind them.
• Get a behind-the-curtain view of major AI products, including Amazon Alexa, Apple’s Siri, and Google’s AlphaGo.
• Understand where jobs will go and what new products can be created.
• Know what’s required to become a data scientist and how to hire one.

This book will give you a comprehensive understanding of AI technology, its evolution from the beginning to the present day. You will gain an inside look of the AI field and feel confident that you are staying relevant and riding the AI wave.

Author Dr. Junling Hu is a recipient of the National Science Foundation Career Award. She is the Chair of AI Frontiers Conference, which brings together AI leaders to share cutting-edge advances. She has worked as a leader of AI teams in large companies as well as AI startups. She is passionate about AI research, development, and public education.