Vincent Ramdhanie
Artificial intelligence is in the spotlight these days, and deservedly so. It has the potential to alter human society and affect the progress of mankind. Without exaggeration, artificial intelligence unlocks the power to new unimaginable scientific advancements and improvements to the quality of life of all the peoples of the world.
I have studied artificial intelligence since my undergraduate days. At that time, I studied neural networks, decision support systems, and compilers in an attempt to understand this vast field. Later, during my graduate studies, I studied the application of artificial intelligence as well as Prolog and SML. My Master's thesis was on implementing a parallel version of the simmulated annealing algorithm on GPU architecture.
It was some years later that the field of Machine Learning came to the forefront and I was able to spend some time teaching and mentoring students in this area.
Today, I am part of a team of engineers that are finding ways to enable effective value for humanity through artificial intelligence. The challenges are myriad but the opportunities to learn and explore are endless.
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10%Now: The Physics of TimeRichard A. Muller2016This book explores the concept of time from a physics perspective. Richard A. Muller delves into the nature of time, its relationship with space, and how it is perceived by humans. The book provides a comprehensive understanding of time, combining scientific theories with philosophical insights.
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50%The Case Against RealityDonald Hoffman2019This is a well-argued stance on reality and our perception of reality. The basic concept is that we do not percieve the truth of reality, rather, we percieve reality in the way that maximises our chance of survival. The argument is that we create a reality when we observe the world. That reality that we create may not be the objective reality.
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100%AccelerateNicole Forsgren, Jez Humble, Gene Kim2018Describes the results of several years of research into high functioning teams. The authors, present several metrics that correlate with high functioning teams and the factors that contribute to these metrics. It is an excellent case for devops and automation.
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10%The Staff Engineer's PathTanya Reilly2022
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100%Project Hail MaryAandy Weir2021A well told science fiction story reminiscent of Heinlein. The main character is a human who wakes up in a spaceship with no memory of how he got there. He must figure out how to survive and find out what is going on.
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100%ArtemisAndy Weir2017A thrilling story set on the moon, where a young woman named Jazz Bashara gets involved in a heist that could change the future of the lunar city, Artemis.
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How to Expect the Unexpected: The Science of Making Predictions―and the Art of Knowing When Not ToKit Yates2023This book was featured on the Physics World podcast.
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The Math of Life and Death: 7 Mathematical Principles That Shape Our LivesKit Yates2020
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100%HollyStephen King2023A well written mystery with good old fashioned human monsters. The detective work unfolded smoothly. Some of the side quests felt forced but overall, did not detract from the story.
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You Like It darker: StoriesStephen King2024
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We Have No Idea: A Guide to the Unknown UniverseJorge Cham, Daniel Whiteson2017
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“Surely You’re Joking, Mr. Feynman!”: Adventures of a Curious CharacterRichard Feynman1985
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1%Collapse: How Societies Choose to Fail or SucceedJared Diamond2004
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Milton Berle's Private Joke File: Over 10,000 of His Best Gags, Anecdotes, and One-LinersMilton berle1989
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The Cartoon Guide to StatisticsLarry Gonick, Woollcott Smith1993
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2%The Far Side Gallery 2Gary Larson1986
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The Far Side Gallery 3Gary Larson1984
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The Visual Display of Quantitative Information, 2nd Ed.Edward R. Tufte1983
