Artificial intelligence (AI) is not a new technology. For decades, computer scientists have tried different approaches to reach the holy grail of computing: intelligent machines. While we are still far away from replicating the wonders of the human brain, AI applications have started to fill our daily lives and power our electronic devices, from smartphones to home alarm systems.
Why this seemingly sudden explosion? This chapter will answer this question by teaching you about modern AI--including the core principles behind it, and how and why we got to where we are now.