Summaries of books by Brian Christian:
Algorithms to Live By
The Computer Science of Human Decisions
Brian Christian, Griffiths
The book explores how concepts from computer algorithms can be applied to solve everyday problems and make decisions in human life. It delves into a variety of topics such as optimal stopping, explore/exploit tradeoffs, sorting, caching, scheduling, and game theory, demonstrating their relevance to real-world situations and personal productivity.
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The Alignment Problem
Machine Learning and Human Values
Brian Christian
The book explores the challenges and risks associated with machine learning algorithms as they increasingly influence decision-making in ways that may not align with human ethics and values. It delves into case studies and research efforts aimed at ensuring that AI systems act in ways that are beneficial and fair to society.
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