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Hands-On Reinforcement Learning with Python
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Hands-On Reinforcement Learning with Python

by Sudharsan Ravichandiran
June 2018
Intermediate to advanced
318 pages
9h 24m
English
Packt Publishing

Overview

"Hands-On Reinforcement Learning with Python" provides a practical guide to mastering reinforcement and deep reinforcement learning using Python. You will cover topics such as Markov Decision Processes, exploration strategies, and designing learning agents. Leveraging OpenAI Gym and TensorFlow, you will be guided through hands-on implementations of state-of-the-art algorithms.

What this Book will help me do

  • Understand the fundamentals of reinforcement learning, including key algorithms and techniques.
  • Learn to build and train agents using OpenAI Gym and TensorFlow.
  • Implement advanced topics like Markov Decision Processes, Monte Carlo methods, and TD learning.
  • Develop deep reinforcement learning models such as Dueling DQN and PPO.
  • Apply these models to practical environments, including gaming and autonomous applications.

Author(s)

Sudharsan Ravichandiran is a technology enthusiast and author specializing in artificial intelligence and machine learning. With a strong foundational knowledge and practical experience in Python and AI frameworks, his writing style combines technical rigor with accessibility. Passionate about teaching, he aims to provide readers with the tools to explore the forefront of AI.

Who is it for?

This book is intended for machine learning practitioners, data scientists, and software engineers interested in exploring reinforcement learning techniques. It is suitable for learners familiar with Python, linear algebra, and machine learning basics. If you're looking to expand your AI expertise or tackle real-world RL projects, this guide is tailored for you.

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Publisher Resources

ISBN: 9781788836524