machine learning

Machine learning is a branch of artificial intelligence that enables computers to learn from data and make decisions without explicit programming. It is based on algorithms that can learn from and make predictions on data. For example, when you shop online, you may have noticed that the site makes recommendations based on the items you have previously purchased. This is an example of machine learning in action! Machine learning is used in many applications, such as natural language processing, computer vision, and speech recognition. It is also used for fraud detection, risk management, and predictive analytics. Think of machine learning as a way to give machines “common sense” or the ability to adapt and learn from experiences. For example, if a machine is given data about the weather, it can use that data to predict the weather the next day or week. Fun fact: Machine learning algorithms have been used to diagnose diseases, such as skin cancer, with higher accuracy than human doctors.