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Java Deep Learning Essentials

By : Yusuke Sugomori
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Java Deep Learning Essentials

By: Yusuke Sugomori

Overview of this book

AI and Deep Learning are transforming the way we understand software, making computers more intelligent than we could even imagine just a decade ago. Deep Learning algorithms are being used across a broad range of industries – as the fundamental driver of AI, being able to tackle Deep Learning is going to a vital and valuable skill not only within the tech world but also for the wider global economy that depends upon knowledge and insight for growth and success. It’s something that’s moving beyond the realm of data science – if you’re a Java developer, this book gives you a great opportunity to expand your skillset. Starting with an introduction to basic machine learning algorithms, to give you a solid foundation, Deep Learning with Java takes you further into this vital world of stunning predictive insights and remarkable machine intelligence. Once you’ve got to grips with the fundamental mathematical principles, you’ll start exploring neural networks and identify how to tackle challenges in large networks using advanced algorithms. You will learn how to use the DL4J library and apply Deep Learning to a range of real-world use cases. Featuring further guidance and insights to help you solve challenging problems in image processing, speech recognition, language modeling, this book will make you rethink what you can do with Java, showing you how to use it for truly cutting-edge predictive insights. As a bonus, you’ll also be able to get to grips with Theano and Caffe, two of the most important tools in Deep Learning today. By the end of the book, you’ll be ready to tackle Deep Learning with Java. Wherever you’ve come from – whether you’re a data scientist or Java developer – you will become a part of the Deep Learning revolution!
Table of Contents (15 chapters)
Java Deep Learning Essentials
Credits
About the Author
About the Reviewers
www.PacktPub.com
Preface
7
Other Important Deep Learning Libraries
Index

Getting started


We will insert the source code of machine learning and deep learning with Java from this chapter. The version of JDK used in the code is 1.8, hence Java versions greater than 8 are required. Also, IntelliJ IDEA 14.1 is used for the IDE. We will use the external library from Chapter 5, Exploring Java Deep Learning Libraries – DL4J, ND4J, and More, so we are starting with a new Maven project.

The root package name of the code used in this book is DLWJ, the initials of Deep Learning with Java, and we will add a new package or a class under DLWJ as required. Please refer to the screenshot below, which shows the screen immediately after the new project is made:

There will be some names of variables and methods in the code that don't follow the Java coding standard. This is to improve your understanding together with some characters in the formulas to increase readability. Please bear this in mind in advance.