Deep Learning with Python, Second Edition

Book Synopsis: Printed in full color! Unlock the groundbreaking advances of deep learning with this extensively revised new edition of the bestselling original. Learn directly from the creator of Keras and master practical Python deep learning techniques that are easy to apply in the real world.

In Deep Learning with Python, Second Edition you will learn:

• Deep learning from first principles
• Image classification and image segmentation
• Timeseries forecasting
• Text classification and machine translation
• Text generation, neural style transfer, and image generation
• Full color printing throughout

Deep Learning with Python has taught thousands of readers how to put the full capabilities of deep learning into action. This extensively revised full color second edition introduces deep learning using Python and Keras, and is loaded with insights for both novice and experienced ML practitioners. You’ll learn practical techniques that are easy to apply in the real world, and important theory for perfecting neural networks.

Purchase of the print book includes a free eBook in PDF, Kindle, and ePub formats from Manning Publications.

About the technology

Recent innovations in deep learning unlock exciting new software capabilities like automated language translation, image recognition, and more. Deep learning is quickly becoming essential knowledge for every software developer, and modern tools like Keras and TensorFlow put it within your reach—even if you have no background in mathematics or data science. This book shows you how to get started.

About the book

Deep Learning with Python, Second Edition introduces the field of deep learning using Python and the powerful Keras library. In this revised and expanded new edition, Keras creator François Chollet offers insights for both novice and experienced machine learning practitioners. As you move through this book, you’ll build your understanding through intuitive explanations, crisp color illustrations, and clear examples. You’ll quickly pick up the skills you need to start developing deep-learning applications.

What's inside

• Deep learning from first principles
• Image classification and image segmentation
• Time series forecasting
• Text classification and machine translation
• Text generation, neural style transfer, and image generation
• Full color printing throughout

About the reader

For readers with intermediate Python skills. No previous experience with Keras, TensorFlow, or machine learning is required.

About the author

François Chollet is a software engineer at Google and creator of the Keras deep-learning library.

Table of Contents

1. What is deep learning?
2. The mathematical building blocks of neural networks
3. Introduction to Keras and TensorFlow
4. Getting started with neural networks: Classification and regression
5. Fundamentals of machine learning
6. The universal workflow of machine learning
7. Working with Keras: A deep dive
8. Introduction to deep learning for computer vision
9. Advanced deep learning for computer vision
10. Deep learning for timeseries
11. Deep learning for text
12. Generative deep learning
13. Best practices for the real world
14. Conclusions

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