AI Research in the 1950s

Artificial intelligence leverages computers and machines to mimic the problem-solving and decision-making capabilities of the human mind. Artificial intelligence (AI) makes it possible for machines to learn from experience, adjust to new inputs and perform human-like tasks. Most AI examples that you hear about today -- from chess-playing computers to self-driving cars -- rely heavily on deep learning and natural language processing. Using these technologies, computers can be trained to accomplish specific tasks by processing large amounts of data and recognizing patterns in the data. As conversations emerge around the ethics of AI, we can begin to see the initial glimpses of the trough of disillusionment.