Neural networks and deep learning are the backbone of modern artificial intelligence. A neural network is a computational system inspired by the structure and function of the human brain. It consists of interconnected layers of artificial neurons that process and learn from data. Deep learning is a subset of machine learning that utilizes multiple layers of neural networks to analyze complex patterns and make intelligent predictions.
Traditional machine learning methods rely on manually engineered features, while deep learning automatically extracts relevant features from raw data, making it highly effective for tasks such as image recognition, natural language processing, and speech recognition. Neural networks have transformed various industries, including healthcare, finance, robotics, and entertainment, by enabling AI models to perform at human-like or even superhuman levels in some tasks.