Basher Science Mini: Artificial Intelligence: When Computers Get Smart!: 137 (Basher, 137) - Softcover

Jackson, Tom

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0753447444 ISBN 13: 9780753447444

Publisher: Kingfisher, 2022

Synopsis

The perfect introduction to AI for kids, Basher Science Mini: Artificial Intelligence explains what AI is and how computers are aiding humans in everyday tasks.

Come and meet the smartest artificial intelligences of the past, present and future. This cutting-edge book introduces pioneering AI machines such as Watson and Sophia, and lifts the lid on how they work. Meet machines that look like humans, pit your wits against AlphaGo and Deep Blue, and seek advice from Recommendation Engine. With The Code Room, there is even a chance to imagine what it is like to be an AI yourself. There’s nothing smarter than that!

Artificial intelligence is already shaping the world and computers will be taking on more and more human-type tasks in the future. But there’s no need to be afraid of AI. It is here to help, not takeover, despite what you might see in sci-fi films.

Perfect for home or school, Basher's highly original books make difficult concepts tangible, understandable and even lovable. Chatty first-person text and stylish, contemporary character illustrations give a voice, personality and story to each topic – a brilliant way to communicate science.

About this title

About the Authors

Tom Jackson is a highly experienced science writer and editor who has written many titles in the bestselling series Eyewitness Science, including Computer and Science. His other titles include How to Build a Human Body, So That's How it Works! Robots and AI, and his book on the history, science and technology behind refrigerators, Chilled. Tom lives in Bristol.

Simon Basher is an internationally recognized illustrator, author and artist. His range of work includes large scale paintings, animation, printmaking and digital media. He is best known for creating and illustrating a novel series of books that make science and other topics fun and accessible for younger students. His illustration style is described as graphic surrealism; a synergy of European graphic design and Japanese character creation. Simon Basher lives and works in London, England.

Edition details

• Publisher: Kingfisher
• Publication date: 2022
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0753447444
• ISBN 13: 9780753447444
• Binding: Paperback
• Illustrator: Basher Simon
• Number of pages: 64