I have a question regarding preparation for a high-paying role in AI/ML. Specifically, I’m trying to understand the appropriate balance between theoretical knowledge and practical skills. For instance, how deep should one go into the mathematical and theoretical foundations of machine learning? Alt…

Hi @xgltn Great question! What draws you to this space? Is it the money or is there something else? “High-paying role in AI/ML” covers a big range of very different careers, so,it might help to look at your current strengths. What’s your background?

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[image] xgltn: I have a question regarding preparation for a high-paying role in AI/ML. Specifically, I’m trying to understand the appropriate balance between theoretical knowledge and practical skills. For instance, how deep should one go into the mathematical and theoretical foundations of ma…

I appreciate the insight @TomKwon , thanks!

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Also, @ shared this tool with me the other day. Perhaps a good place to get started.

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