Nature doesn't feel compelled to stick to a mathematically precise algorithm; in fact, nature probably can't stick to an algorithm.
—Margaret Wertheim
You do not need a background in algebra and statistics to get started in machine learning. The previous chapter introduced key foundation principles. Be under no illusions; mathematics is a huge part of machine learning. Mathematics is key to understanding how the algorithm works and why coding a machine learning project from scratch is a great way to improve your mathematical and statistical skills.
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