How developers can tackle machine learning to get ahead

Machine Learning or ML is fast becoming the buzzword of our time, but why are so many developers falling short when it comes to getting their heads round this essential skill? Here's why developers must tackle ML to get ahead and what's standing in their way. Let's face it, when it comes to AI, the future has very much arrived. This application of ML is everywhere right now, whether you're looking at self-driving cars or self-tuning database systems – it's impacting almost every industry on the market. Acquiring ML skills is a no-brainer for the ambitious developer, and the number of self-led courses and MOOCs doubled last year.