Thinking of a career in AI? Make sure you have these 8 skills

This article was originally published on .cult We write about all things career-related, make original documentaries, and share heaps of other untold developer stories from around the world. If you've ever used Alexa or Siri, sat in a self-driving car, talked to a chatbot, or even watched something recommended to you by Netflix, you've come across Artificial Intelligence, or AI, as it's commonly known. AI is a major driving force behind the world's advancement in almost every field of study including healthcare, finance, entertainment, and transport. Simply put, Artificial Intelligence is the capability of machines to learn like humans, take problem-solving decisions, and complete tasks that would otherwise require multiple individuals to invest long working hours.