Can DLS course be done before doing MLS

Course Q&A Deep Learning Specialization Improving Deep Neural Networks: Hyperparameter tun
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Hi All,

I was not aware of the Machine learning specialisation course and started with deep learning specialisation first. I have completed 1st courses and am able to understand the topics.
Do i necessarily need to go back and do MLS first or i can continue with DLS Course no 3.

thanks,

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not sure but i think yes

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MLS is recommended first, as it is a Beginner-level course.

MLS contains some methods that are not discussed in DLS (as they are not “Deep” methods). But they are still useful to know.

DLS is Intermediate, and builds on the MLS material.

If you are finding success with DLS so far, there is no harm in continuing.

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Hello @spsingh1313,

I think you cover most of the MLS C1 and C2 by completing DLS C1 and DLS C3. What you may miss from MLS C1 and C2 is Andrew’s beginner-friendly way of explaining the concepts behind Neural Network and Machine Learning. When I started DLS, there was simply no MLS, so I think MLS is not a must-have.

My recommendation is to continue with DLS, and if time permits, watch the MLS videos to reinforce your understanding.

MLS C3 covers more application-oriented topics:

  • Without Neural Networks: K-means, Anomaly detection with Gaussian distributions
  • With Neural Networks: Collaborative filtering, content-based filtering, Reinforcement learning

However, these are not prerequisite for DLS, so you can decide if and when to take them.

Cheers,
Raymond

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Reinforcement Learning (RL) is a fascinating topic. You might have heard of it because advanced RL is used to train today’s large language models. MLS covers its basics with interesting exercises involving a simulated Moon rover.

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Thank You so much for your guidance !!!