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Introduction to Machine Learning Illustrated Principles

Coming soon in November 2026

Authors

, University of California, Riverside

Description

Aimed at undergraduate students, this text guides readers through the methods and principles of machine learning in an approachable manner without sacrificing mathematical precision or notation. Step-by-step explanations allow students to grasp complicated mathematical calculations and translate the theory and mathematics into programming and applications. The text presents machine learning concepts visually, and uses example datasets from fictional hippopotamuses and illustrations to explain the material in a unique, but easily understood and engaging way. Worked examples connect the mathematics and…

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Key features

  • Provides straightforward explanations of key methods and principles without sacrificing mathematical precision or notation
  • Includes a chapter on Data Representations that introduces common data encoding methods, particularly for text and images
  • End-of-chapter mathematical exercises and additional coding projects reinforce the focus on concept mastery and real-world application, while extensive illustrations demonstrate concepts and practical aspects of machine learning
  • Step-by-step explanations allow students to grasp complicated mathematical calculations and translate theory to coding

About the book

  • Subjects Communications and Signal Processing,Computer Science,Engineering,Machine Learning and Pattern Recognition
  • Format: Hardback
    • Expected publication date: 30 November 2026
    • ISBN: 9781009672726
    • Dimensions (mm): 280 x 216 mm
    • Page extent: 300 pages
    • Availability: Not yet published - available from
  • Format: Paperback
    • Expected publication date: 30 November 2026
    • ISBN: 9781009672702
    • Dimensions (mm): 280 x 216 mm
    • Page extent: 300 pages
    • Availability: Not yet published - available from
  • Format: Digital
    • Expected publication date: 14 December 2026
    • ISBN: 9781009672719